I am so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts to hear this news. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. May he Rest In Peace.

Sheila:  As you know Joe & I grew up together from kindergarten at Earl Grey through high school.  Many memories and times together.  As life works we didnt connect much following high school.  Ironically I ran into Joe 3x in recent months at the dog park while walking my daughters dog.  Had some nice, albeit brief, visits & it was great to catch up.  So sad to lose him & his spirit for life.  Sincerest condolences to you and the family.  Bob Balfour

So sorry to get this news. Joey was always a host which made everyone feel comfortable. He focused on the individual and made it feel you were the most important person at that moment, a rare quality to have.

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to the entire Dutton clan. 

Although Joe was a pal virtually my whole life, I had the privilege to know him best when he approached me to help him in making his vision of the Tour of Courage a reality.  What an audacious vision.  And he pulled it off completely.  What lessons he taught us all in having the vision, creativity, courage, drive and tenacity to pull off such an unbelievable endeavour.   To this day, I am in awe of his amazing accomplishments.

Joe was truly a powerful force of nature who deeply impacted and contributed to countless individuals. 

He is greatly missed. 

Allan Fowler

Sheila, Bob and I are very happy to have had a visit with you before Joe passed. Take all of your most fun and loving times with Joe and put them in your memory bank. Then, make withdrawals when your need of him is great. Keeping you and the girls in our hearts. Bob and Susan Cochlan

In the early seventies at Jasper Park Lodge where we worked in the Golf Shop making nothing and loving it. Joe and I teed it up for $ 1 , $ 1 , $1 with presses allowed . It was quite a game , coming down # 18 with 144 games going. The stories about Jasper, Pauma Valley , Pro - Ams  & Phoenix are enough to write a book!! An example of Joe's caring nature occurred on my 40 th birthday(35 years ago) . Alone and working, the phone rang , it was Joe & Sheila inviting me to dinner, what a treat for a guy feeling a little lonely.  Whenever I want a smile I will think of Joe , rest in peace my friend.

Our condolences on the passing of your Husband and Father. Joe ,a friend to all full of smiles and support.

We will miss him ,he will forever be in my memory.

Jay Wilson / Cheryl Noland                    

Although I only worked with Joe for a relatively short time at the Kidney Foundation, I found him to be a lovely man and really funny! He was great to work with and I had so much more to learn from him. My condolences to his family and fur babies that I got to see occasionally on our Zoom calls.

I have such fond memories of Joe. So many great events together here in N. America. He was always such a constant and steady source of friendship. When i got the news of his diagnosis i was devastated. How could it be? A man who seemed so healthy and vibrant not to mention a man of the highest moral compass. How could it be? Then to lose him so quickly felt so much worse. The man was a true FRIEND to me. When the world turned their back on me, this man didn't. I will never forget that and never forget him. We miss you Joe!

Joe was a true gentleman, he was soft spoken with a heart full of kindness. Jim had the honour of knowing Joe a lot longer then I did. We were both lucky enough to spend the last few years on the golf course with Sheila and Joe, always a fun day ending off with our favourite hole, the 19th.  He was a wonderful man and we will always miss him dearly.

1. When I think of Joe Dutton his friendliness and kind heart are my first thoughts. Although we did not see each other frequently any time we did he was always  friendly, caring and interested in what  was happening in my life. A genuinely good guy, I’m honoured to have known Joe. Thinking of you Sheila and the family, I know you were soulmates. 

To Sheila and the entire family Cindy and I would like to extend our deepest heart felt condolences. Joe was a dear friend dating back 30 years with whom I had the opportunity to enjoy many wonderful times. I will miss my friend.  Tim and Cindy Down

Tour of Courage

Sheila& family,

I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s illness & “too soon” passing. Know that you are in my thoughts & prayers during this very sad time.

I know you will have tons of memories to cherish & enjoy . Keep them close  to your heart & share them often, they are wonderful healers.

May Joe Rest In Peace. 

Siobhan Duggan

About to lead out another edition of the Tour of Courage — with Quinn Jacques, Joe Dutton and Mark Kay

Riding the lead car at the 2007 AB Tour of Courage — with Joe Dutton

I know we aren't supposed to pick favourites at the club but I have to be honest, Joe was one of mine. Every encounter I had with him over the last ten years was so positive - he had an energy about him that was infectious, a rare quality indeed.

When I started running again last year, Joe would always ask me how the training was going and was quick with compliments and encouragement, which meant a lot to me.

I am going to miss Joe a great deal. 

Dear Sheila and family,

I was shocked to hear of your tragic loss. Know my prayers are coming your way and I will look forward to a catch up, to raise a glass with you and hear “Joe” stories.

Love

Julie Moylan

Joe leading the Tour of Courage 2005 — with Joe Dutton

I worked with Joe most recently at the Kidney Foundation for the last 2 years. He and I were fellow libras , athletes and have a passion for fundraising. He had a lovely and warm disposition and one thing he wanted to be a part of was our 100KM Kidney March. I am going to honor him by wearing his picture on my hat every day of Kidney March so he can experience it. Miss you Joe.

Joe has been one of the most influential figures in my professional life. He was the one who came to me,  with the idea of having Lance Armstrong come to Calgary to raise money for our then brand-new cancer research institute that I was trying to get off the ground at the medical school in 1999/2000. Joe was the trusted foundation of that relationship with Lance and his vision and passion succeeded in raising many millions of dollars for our shared dream. He more than anybody taught me how community and academia always have the same objectives if you look even slightly below the surface and that we must work as partners to accomplish our common goals. He has been a friend ever since. He had been in contact with me when the reasons for his recently failing health first began to come to light some months ago. We had hoped we would get to have one more coffee together, but it never came to pass. Joe, you taught me so much and are always with me. Thank you.

I am so sorry to hear about Joe's passing, sending my deepest sympathies to your family in this difficult time. I worked and travelled with Joe for a number of years on the fundraising events with Lance and a few other projects, all related to cycling. They were great events and I have wonderful memories of those years. I hope all your warm memories of Joe help you through these heart-wrenching moments.

Sheila, Maddy, Robyn;  I had the pleasure of meeting Joe in 2000. I instantly liked him and we embarked on a friendship that would last for over 20 years.  Through volunteerism, I was able to travel with Joe while he pursued his passion to raise funds for cancer research. It was during this time that I was able to share some great experiences, some amazing meals and a lot of laughs. I remember going for a training run with Joe in Cape Town in 2011 and I made the mistake of whizzing past Joe and saying "Hurry up raisin balls!" Joe called me "Grasshopper dick" - dropped the hammer leaving me in the dust. Some time later I found him back at the hotel. He even had time to have a quick shower before I arrived.  Man, Joe had some amazing wheels! 

Maddy, Robyn, although I have never met you, you need to know that your father talked about you both in the fondest of terms. His eyes would always light up and he would smile while he told me about your amazing adventures. He was very, very proud of you both.

Sheila, thank you for supporting Joe on his volunteer expeditions. It was through these journeys that I was able to spend time with him as he raised a lot of money that I'm certain has benefited many people. He was truly an amazing man, an amazing friend and I am going to miss him.   

For many years Joe set up a golf game for us to play either Banff or Kananaskis…..he loved Kananaskis!….we are on the final hole….joe and I are partners….the game is not your regular 10 dollar nasa….the only time 10 bucks is mentioned is to tip the cart girl…we are under water big time….our opponents?….Tim Down and Bob Libbon….on the tbox  Joe says “cheech let’s all American “…. If you are not familiar with Downism that means double or nothing…Upon hearing this Tim says “ ya Tommy it’s only money” …..I check out Bobby and he’s got that shit eating grin on his face a beaver couldn’t chew off…my conundrum?….if I play it smart I decline… leaving me with the chicken shit label …Joe gives me a elbow nudge “come on we got this”…. Let me give you a insight on the last three holes….Joe hit all his T shots so far in the woods you wouldn’t find them if they had a beeper installed in the ball….I was alone and proceeded to play like Stevie Wonder….we’re down ….LARGE!…but I got to…not smart that’s for sure….I got to accept…it’s a par 5….all are drives are decent and the layups are even better….4 in the fairway about 100 to 115 to pin…i’m farthest out….joe is closest….ok so hit it on the green Tom and we’re good….FAT!!!….in the water …I’m out and extremely bummed…..embarrassing ….I can’t even look at Joe….Booby hits his 30-35 ft long on the green but has a tough downhill slider….Timbow drops one 10-12 feet!…has a uphill put ….a possible birdie (extra cash for birds) but he sure as hell not going to three putt…Joe doesn’t look at all phased…He’s good at that…but I KNOW he is!…oh well another day another lost dollar…calmly he swings….we all watch as the ball stops ONE INCH from the hole!…now you all know that Hollywood  handsome face of Joe’s?…the one with that very large and perfect smile?….that’s how I’m gonna remember Joe!!….so sad for his passing my ….condolences to family and friends…

Sheila I am so very sorry to hear this! Please accept my sincere condolences for you and your lovely family.  You were very lucky to have so many years with such a wonderful man. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time xx