Obituary of Jagmohan Singh Banwait

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jagmohan Singh Banwait at the age of 74 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s. A devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and loyal friend, Jagmohan will be remembered as a man full of life and laughter. Survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mohinder Kaur Banwait, his children Parmjit (Mandip), Rajinder (Armando), Jatinder (Suzie) & Rupinder (Ruby) and his adoring grandchildren Ravina, Jessica, Pavan, Celine, Monica, Ishaan, Ronav, Jaanya, Kalan & Aahna. Jagmohan will also be missed by his brother Satnam Singh (Kulwant Kaur), and his sisters Mohinder Kaur (late Sadhu Singh), Manjit Kaur (late Surjit Singh), Kanwaljit Kaur (late Balbir Singh) & Manmeen Kaur (Amrik Singh). Jagmohan is predeceased by his father, Lashkar Singh Banwait; his mother, Balbir Kaur Banwait; his mother Kartar Kaur Banwait; and his siblings, Agia Kaur (late Jaswant Singh), Hans Kaur (Sital Singh), Gurcharan Singh, and Harbinder Singh.Jagmohan was born in Ladhana Jhikka, Punjab on January 1st, 1946. Being the eldest son, he had to take over the family responsibilities at the early age of 26, after the sudden passing of his father in 1971. He worked on the farm to support his mothers, siblings, wife and 2 children. In 1972, in the face of financial hardship, he decided to come to Canada for the betterment of his family. Leaving his wife and 3 children behind, he ventured into a foreign country to build a new life. He arrived in Toronto and stayed with friends until he was able to secure a job as a welder. Soon after, he moved to Guelph and he sponsored his wife and children in 1974. He and his wife worked hard to care for their children, purchase a house and sponsor his mother and four siblings who were still living in India. Continuing his role as head of the household, he helped his school-aged siblings to continue their education and the older ones to find jobs. It gave him great joy to help his siblings get married and settled in Canada.In 1986, Jagmohan moved to Burlington with his family, to a new home and a new job. While employed, he went back to school to further his welding skills. He was a man undaunted by new experiences and challenges. It was a blessing for him to see all of his children get married and have their own families. He adored his ten grandchildren and was delighted to pass on his traditions and share with them his love of music, drawing and gardening. He also enjoyed storytelling and reminiscing with his family and friends. He took every opportunity to laugh and to get together with his loved ones.Jagmohan struggled with Parkinson’s for over 12 years. As the disease progressed, he was admitted to the hospital and then was moved to a nursing home where he continued to sing songs, share stories and jokes with family, friends and even staff members. His strength and perseverance shone through to the end. Jagmohan was a blessing to all who knew him and he will be greatly missed.The family is especially grateful for the care and compassion that the amazing staff at Billings Court Manor provided for Jagmohan (“Jimmy”).As directed by the Province of Ontario and the Bereavement Authority of Ontario the attendance at the funeral and cemetery is restricted to 30% capacity or less and a record of attendance must be maintained.Wearing of masks, or face coverings, by everyone is mandatory during their time in the funeral home or cemetery.Respecting the current situation and pandemic building restrictions, a Service will be held for invited guests only.At this time we ask that you kindly join our family via live stream by clicking on the following link on Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 10:15 a.m. Please follow the link below to view the live stream.https://www.distantlink.com/DLM1.htmlPassword: Arbor1Please take a moment to sign the online guest book