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John Mertes
April 17, 2021
What happened johnny o we had so much fun together in the 80s dude love you miss you man i thought i would run into you again wow mind blown what happened please let me know
June 14, 2019
17-years and I still stop and think of things I want to share with Johnny. You were a joy to share life with and I still can't figure how to deal without you. So many time I stop and want to share something with you, to only find that empty space in my heart. I sure hope you are entertaining the family in heaven because that was one of many gifts you shared on earth. Love you loads and miss you tons! LOVE-Kisses-Hugs-and peanut butter balls!
June 16, 2018
Tomorrow marks 16 yrs that my heart is emptier with the loss of my Pizzon (John Boy). Oh how I miss you. This time of year is so hard on the family Dad being gone May 17yrs ago and then Johnny 16yrs ago. So many good memories I try to recall instead of the emptiness in my heart. MISS YOU LOADS and LOVE WITH ALL MY HEART!!!!
November 13, 2015
Tracy Obos
April 19, 2015
Wow!! I can't believe it'll be 13 years! Your name and the memories of you have been popping up a lot lately.. I hope that means your around! God it would be so great to see you and laugh with you again!! I know you see the kids but to see you watching them grow would be better! I know you'd love them and be amazed at how much they've grown!! I wished they knew you! They know of you and that's all we can do is tell them about you and I do.. Often! Your pictures are on the wall and always will be! Never out of site or out of mind in this house!! Love and miss you!! Your family, Michael John, Tracy, Michael jr. and Rachael.
Chris Sandberg
June 17, 2012
Today it has been 10 years since you left us my brother. I miss you all the time, I think about all the things we did together and I smile I laugh I cry. I love you Johnny and miss you.
June 9, 2012
Jim Obos
November 30, 2011
was reminded how many miss you cuz
Anita Seiler
June 17, 2008
Oh Johnny (Pizzon), I called mom early this morning to tell her we need to be strong today. I cannot begin to explain how much I miss you! Bob and I have moved to Hayward, WI. and I know you would have packed it up and moved in with us. NATURE is beautiful and you would have been in awe, as I am. Our lives are filled with happiness, but my heart will always have an empty spot for you. All my love and the family sill try to be strong, but it still is not easy.
Cy
June 16, 2008
Johnboy,
It's been 6 years and it still seems like yesterday. My heart aches for you all the time. Thanks for sending down the pennies to put a smile on my face and think of you. I miss you so, so, so much and think you'll walk thru the door anytime. I know you won't but I like thinking it.. Love and miss you tons.
Alicia Koepke
April 20, 2007
Uncle Johnny,
your still in my thoughts and my prayers and i know you are sitting on my shoulder and from here on out...you will always guide me through life and help me when i am stuck in hard desicions or obstacles. I know you will lead me in a great fun life. I want to live life just like you did. Your awesome. I love you so much and i hope you and grandpa are going crazy and having the time of your lives with God. I love you soo much. Please keep our family safe and healthy. Help the Obos' and Obos' in laws grow strong together as one. Thanks soo much. I LOVE YOU FOREVER IN MY HEART & MIND.
Darla Bonanno
April 19, 2007
Johnny,
Know that everyone still thinks about all the time. Your family and friends still tell stories about you and that is what keeps you with us even though your not. I hope you and your Dad have found that casino in the sky and are having a blast!
amanda obos
September 16, 2005
i think now it has been 3 years since you left me. and every day that goes by i think of you no matter how bad or good my day is..your always in my mind.. theres so many things i want to tell you so many things i want to kno answers to.. uncle johny i thought i would get over crying over you and understanding that you are gone.. but i cant believe your actaully gone i just cant i wont allow my self to believe it everytime were with the whole family i dont feel like were actaul a family becuase your not there. nothings the same and it wont ever be now that your gone. i never told anyone this but i always looked forward to seeing you. i always wished you lived with me. i always wanted to be with you for more than just a day. i always wanted to get to know you and hear your stories. all my life i knew you but i never knew anything about you. and thats wat i regret the most is not knowing how you lived your life. i know you were a great funny guy and was one of the greatest uncles i could ever have but i wanted to know more. i miss you so much. you have brought me so much pain and i cry alot because your gone i hate going to ottawa becuase thats were you always where and going there i think im going to see you and get one of your hugs.. ugh. how i wish i can get one last hug of yours. but i dont i cant wait til the day i see you again uncle johny i love you so much and i miss you more than i can ever explain.
xoxo your neice amanda
Anita Seiler
March 26, 2005
Dear Pizzon, Well, I just got back from visiting the Obos's in Reno Neveda. The scenery was breathtaking, and the company holds many emotional ties. I really miss Dad's side of the family. Visiting them is great, but never enough. I really miss having you around to talk about things. Seeing the mountains was like being closer to God and you and Dad. You know People say that when you lose someone you love that it gets easier as time goes on. WRONG WRONG! I understand that you and Dad are together, but I still feel it isn't fair. We need both of you down hear and I really need your smile and laughs. Things are going JUST okay, not much more. Easter is a time of rejoicing and I still feel very sad and lonely, even with the rest of our family. I really miss you and love you with all my heart. Mom cries alot, but she tries to hold her own. I know everyone in our family still grieves for you and will always feel the loss of our whole family. I still say it isn't fair, but I know we are all trying. We Miss You , Love You and we are always thinking of you! LOVE YOU LOTS! ANITA
Alicia Koepke
February 27, 2005
Hi Uncle Johnny...i know it has been a long time since you have been gone but i have been thinking about you everyday...i miss you so much although i know you are with me everyday and i wrote an essay about you during english...we had to write an essay on our hero and i wrote about you! ever since that day i have thought about you and sometimes i cry...my inside cries to know i wont b able to see you again and my outside cries because i just want to be with you! i miss you so much and if anyone wants to see my essay please email me at [email protected] and i will be glad to share it with you! Uncle Johnny tell everybody in heaven i said hi and i hope your doing well! Please answer my prayers!
TERRI & DAVE JOHNSON
July 20, 2002
Paul,
We know that words cannot express the loss of your brother, but we just want you to know that we are both here for you and Debbie if you ever need anything. Johnny has brought so much joy and light into other peoples lives,that he shall never be forgotten.We hope that all these wonderful memories of Johnny make it just a little easier for you both to bear the pain you are feeling right now. Debbie you have come a long way with your cancer & we know that Johnny is watching over you and that everything will be ok.To Paul we hope that you know if you ever need a friend,a hug, or just a shoulder to cry on we will always be here for you.May Johnny live on forever in everyones hearts. GOD BLESS WE LOVE YOU BOTH
Stan & Mary Lou Obos
July 19, 2002
To Our Very Dear Family:
Like so many others, we feel John-John's loss so deeply that the right words just don't come. We loved him so much and now miss him so much - and want to do whatever we can to help all of you thru this very difficult time.
He was so loved by all of you and knew he had a very special and very close family.
Stan & I will hold in our hearts, the very special recent memories of John in his tux, so handsome, walking me down the aisle at Michelle's wedding - and having a great time fooling around and just being him.
He's an angel now and I'll bet his Dad is having fun with him! God bless them both and may they watch over all of you.
July 17, 2002
Johnny my sweet so young & dear,
I'm sorry your life ended in tragic fear.
I hope you knew how much you were loved,
I'm sorry God took you way up above.
You did so much, what a full life you led,
You were a great guy that's what they all said.
Johnny you walked with a smile & pep,
Everything you did you took that extra step.
You were caring, loving, genuine & sweet,
You were honest & accepting of everyone you'd meet.
You had some wild times & fun times too,
Johnny how do we go on? What do we do?
Hopefully you are at peace now with your dad,
Thank you for your time that we had.
You'll never be forgotten always in our heart,
I'm so sorry Johnny we are now apart.
When I see the sun shining I'll know what to do,
I'll smile, because in my heart I'll know it's you!
Joseph & Jacquelynn Obos
July 9, 2002
God calls our loved ones,
but we lose not wholly
What He hath given.
They live on earth in thought and deed,
As truly as in His Heaven.
- John Greenleaf Whittier
There is sadness in all our hearts because we no longer have Johnny among us; but, he will forever be remembered by all those he loved and loved him.
Uncle Joe & Aunt Jacquie
Tom Obos and Family
July 5, 2002
In our thoughts and in our prayers....you will always be remembered with a huge smile.
Love Tons
Nancy Sandberg
July 2, 2002
Obo's Family,
Our deepest sympathy to the Obo's family on the loss of Johnny. I wish there was something Chris and I could do or say to take away all the pain. I know time will heal the pain but always remember the good times and family times spent together which might help each of you get through the days.
I know my husband Chris has lost a very dear friend who was like a brother. I think the time spent recently with the Obo's family has helped alot. We will continue to think abount Johnny and remember how special he is to us.
To the Obo's family, we are here for you and we love each of you.
P.S. Johnny I really miss those bear hugs you always gave me. I miss you and love you.
Love,
Nancy, Chris,
Christopher & Kara Sandberg
Mike & Julie Koepke
July 1, 2002
To the Obos family,
We would like to offer our deepest sympathy in the loss of you son, brother, and uncle Johnny. We can't even imagine how hard this must be.
You are blessed to have each other to help you through this difficult time.
Love, Mike, Julie, and family
Sylvia Tomaso
June 30, 2002
Dear Johnny,
I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart. I'll never forget what you said to me a year ago on the day of your father's funeral. You must have sensed how worried I was that my sister was battling breast cancer and how sick she was from the chemotherapy. Even in your own grief, you came up to me and said, "Sylvia don't worry, I promise your sister will pull through this and we will all be there for her." Then you gave me a hug, a hug that was so reassuring that maybe you knew something that I didn't. Those words and that hug meant more to me than you'll ever know. Here, your own father died and instead of me giving you the comforting words - you gave them to me. It truly showed me that you are a descent and compassionate man. Johnny, I know you heard my words and felt my hug when I said my final goodbye to you.
Love
Sylvia Tomaso
P.S. Johnny it was a privilege being godparents with you to our niece Amanda. I take that role very seriously. I promise you I will always love her and be there for her when she needs me. I will do that for the both of us because I know that's what you would want. I will do it to honor your memory.
AMANDA OBOS
June 29, 2002
Dear Uncle Johny,
I'm gonna miss you so much that I can't write it all down.Like when you always called the house and asked for me instead of daddy.Another thing I'm gonna miss is when you were on the trail and always send me postcard.Last thing is everywhere you went you always bought gifts for everyone.Now that your gone all I have are memories and pictures ,I wish I had more.I love you with all my heart.
your godchild,
Amanda Ann Obos
Sue Michaels
June 27, 2002
Dear Cindy, (and the entire Obos Family)
Since I received your phone call that Johnny was gone, I have searched for something to say that would help with the pain and hurt you and your family are going through. But I have come to realize there is nothing that can be said.
Johnny was a special person! He made you laugh, he made you smile. He brought out the fun in people that sometimes was lost. He brightened a room, like the sun. Brillant and hard to pin down. Maybe his soul purpose on earth was to bring his sunshine into everyone's life that he touched. To make people realize that sunsets comes to soon and to enjoy the light in our lifes now, just like he did.
I know I don't have to tell you how I feel about you and your family, especially Johnny.
I know time will heal the wound, but the scars will remain.
As your friend remember I will always be there for you, anytime
of the day or night. No matter what!
Mostly remember when you feel the sunshine on you, you will feel Johnny in the warm rays.
Love you much
Your friend
Sue
Robert Seiler
June 26, 2002
For everyone who was not able to attend. My thoughts and feelings to everyone! I'll miss my partner and brother-in-law!!!
Hey! What's Up!
Yeah, you'd know right away who just walked in...Johnny! Johnny's here!!
From the moment Johnny would walk in or you would walk (maybe even run) in to meet him, there was a noticeable difference. The positive energy that would eluminate from him reached you in seconds and your day or evening suddenly became better...happier.
Johnny loved his family the most, and some close friends were part of the family. He would usually start your time together asking how everyone was. Then he would share something about what was happening with him (which usually took a little longer to discuss or should I say listen to). This is what made being a part of Johnny's life so great. You automatically became closer evertimr you were with him. This is why it was so easy for johnny to be loved.
It's no wonder God couldn't wait any longer to take him. God wanted a part of the action. Well God, we all know it's a little louder in heaven now...You and Dad have your hands full now!
No longer will I be able to come to Mom's where Johnny and I would open the garage, turn on the tunes, and open up a BUD. And then, start doing the list of chores Mom wanted done or maybe was the cars or whatever else would help unleash some of all the energy this young man would have bottled-up.
No longer will Mom & Johnny be stopping by to watch the Bears game each weekend. No longer will each of you be able to do the special things you did with Johnny.
--Mike, I know you'll miss your right hand man.
--Karen, where's that special Uncle that would show all the love he had for your children?
--Anita, Where's your Pizzon?
--Paul, who's going to keep you company listening to tunes & sharing some brews until the weeee hours of the morning?
--Cibdy, will you and Jeff be able to cope with Johnny not stopping by anymore at midnight and keeping your neighborhood awake until dawn?
--Chris, where's that special "link" that brought you into the Obos family? (By the way, don't forget you still are family).
We'll all miss Johnny is our own special ways and I know I've only touched on some of them.
For the rest of Johnny's family and friends, you will all be able to reflect on what you'll miss most about being with Johnny. Don't feel left out if I didn't mention you by name, because we are all equal in that all we will have left now are the memories.
God bless Johnny and All of you!
Anita Seiler
June 26, 2002
I wrote and read this at my brother's (Pizzon)funeral. This is for everyone who was unable to attend:
Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, Friend, Partner, John Boy, Johnny 'O', Dobronovich, John John, Sir Benson, Peanut Butter Breath, Yohnny, Pizzon, and Stomper. These are the titles Johnny was labeled by.
Life, love, excitement, hyper, funny, active, giving, worrisome, concerned, comforting, strong, hard working, and unforgettable. These are some of the words that describe Johnny.
This horrible tragedy is not the wat we should remember Johnny. We need to put this week aside and remember all the good times. Let us all remember the things he said or did that made us feel good. There are so many times he made us laugh. His presence lit up the room. It seems that his job on earth was to make our lives happier, more exciting and more full. He made eachand every one of us more complete.
Now, it feels as if life is standing still. There is a horrible whole in each of our hearts. Part of us is missing. Something is just not right.
We can ask questions of Why this happened?, Did he suffer?, and Why him?. Is he really gonre or is this a bad dream? Mentally, we can't find the answer. Physically, we tremble with our own pain, and in our hearts we try to find comfort through God and our own explanations. I, myself believe there is a reason why these things happen and it is spiritually too intense for us to understand. Each and every one of us need to find at least one comforting thought and learn to live with this.
As for my family, our chain is broken. Our lives will never be the same. A part of our family is missing forever. We are thankful for the memories but still feel cheated out of life. We have a deep, strong, loving family bond that will help us through this devasting time. I can only ask one last favor from everyone here. For Johnny, please learn this lesson:
None of you know what tomorrow will bring. That phone call in the middle of the night can change lives forever. Please, love eachother with your whole heart. Arguements are part of the cycle of life, but you need to rememeber that making-up with eachother is also a part of life's cycle. We all have a limited time on earth and being mad at eachother is wasting precious time.
Let us all forgive, forget, and love eachother more today than yesterday. GOD BLESS EVERYONE!
Chris&Nancy Sandberg
June 26, 2002
To my second family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I miss johnny so much I can't stand it. I could not ask for a better friend than him. My wife and I think of him every day, We will NEVER forget you. I LOVE U BROHAM. HOW I WISH YOU WERE HERE.
To my extened family I love u guys and u will be seeing me.
Love Chris & Nancy Sandberg
Debbie Obos
June 25, 2002
Dear Johnny,
Im sure going to miss you calling Paul and talking over him when he would be talking to you. I will miss your laugh. You will always be in my heart. You were a great brother-in-law. I love you dearly.
I Miss You Very Much
Debbie
Emily Rose Obos
June 25, 2002
Dear Uncle Johnny,
I'm Miss you alot. I'm going to miss you tickleing me.
I wish I could give you a BIG huge & kiss. I Miss You.
Love Emily
Samantha Obos
June 25, 2002
Dear Uncle Johnny,
I'm going to miss you coming over to the house and joking around with me and my sisters. I going to miss waking you up when you slept over at my house.I love you uncle Johnny and I'm really going to miss you.
Love Samantha
Mary Hafner
June 25, 2002
My deepest sympathy to the entire Obos family.
ALICIA KOEPKE
June 23, 2002
JOHN-BOY,
THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS TO SAY ABOUT UNCLE JOHNNY THAT THEY ALL WON'T FIT ON THIS PAPER, BUT HERE ARE JUST A FEW THINGS THAT CAME TO MY HEART WHILE THINKING OF HIM. UNCLE JOHNNY WAS MORE OF A COUSIN THAN AN UNCLE. HE WAS LIKE A KID. HE PLAYED BASKETBALL WITH US. HE TAUGHT ME SOME REAL TRICKS IN PLAYING WASHERS (GAME LIKE HORSE-SHOES). HE ALSO ATE A LOT. UNCLE JOHNNY ALWAYS LET MY COUSINS AND I WATCH TV WITH HIM IN HIS ROOM. HE WOULD ALWAYS TRY TO BITE OUR FINGERS OFF (AS A JOKE). I REMEMBER WHEN MY COUSINS AND I ALWAYS TICKLED HIS FEET. UNCLE JOHNNY WAS REALLY FUNNY! HE CALLED ME PEANUT-BUTTER BREATH EVEN IF MY BREATH DIDN'T SMELL LIKE PEANUT-BUTTER. MY MOM AND I ALWAYS MADE PEANUT-BUTTER BALLS FOR HIM. I LOVED UNCLE JOHNNY SO MUCH MOSTLY BECAUSE HE WAS A BIG COUSIN IN MY HEART, AND BECAUSE HE ALWAYS HELPED MY GRANDMA OUT. HE WAS VERY KIND AND CARING. JOHN BOY WORKED CONSTRUCTION BY SKYDIVE CHICAGO. HE ALWAYS PLAYED WITH MY LITTLE COUSIN, MICHAEL JOHN JR. M.J.(JR.)
WOULD ALWAYS CALL JOHNNY, YANI. IT WAS REALLY CUTE. THEY WERE STUCK TOGETHER LIKE GLUE. I REALLY LOVED UNCLE JOHNNY AND I ALWAYS WILL REMEMBER HIM AND HIS MEMORIES. I REMEMBER WHEN HE TOLD ME TO KEEP GOING IN BASKETBALL BECAUSE HE WANTED TO SEE ME IN PROFESSIONALS ON TV SOME DAY. HE ALWAYS WANTED EVERYONE TO SUCCEED IN LIFE. UNCLE JOHNNY WALKED THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL. WHEN HE CAME HOME, HE WAS SO HAIRY HE LOOKED LIKE JESUS. MY UNCLE JOHNNY WAS A LOVING, CARING, HOLY, AND FUNNY YOUNG MAN WHO WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. HE NEVER YELLED AT ME OR SCOLDED ME. AND SINCE WE WERE SO CLOSE, HE'LL ALWAYS BE MY BEST UNCLE EVER! NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS. I LOVE YOU UNCLE JOHNNY. THE FIRST KISS YOU EVER GOT WAS FROM GOD AND NOW THE LAST KISS YOU GOT WAS FROM GOD! HAVE FUN IN HEAVEN. GO GAMBLE WITH GRANDPA. LOVE YOU!
YOUR NIECE,
ALICIA M. KOEPKE
Geralyn Todd
June 21, 2002
Dear Michael,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy on your loss. God bless you and your family.
Pam Nelson
June 21, 2002
It's been such a long time since I've seen all of you but I still feel part of your family. Johnny will always have a special place in my heart. I only knew him as a small child, but judging from that I have no doubt he lived an adventurous and fun-filled life. It was an honor to have him as my "ring bearer" so many years ago, I will always remember what a great job he did and the hair cut he gave himself just before the wedding causing a frantic rush to a stylist to repair the damage!
May you find peace knowing that he brought joy to so many and that he is with God, I'm sure in a very special place.
Love, Pam & Les Nelson, Jeff, Kevin & Lacey and Meredith Obos
Annette (Urban) Kozlowski
June 21, 2002
My deepest sympathy, heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Cindy and the Obos family at the sad loss of Johnny.
He was a good friend of my brother, Al (Butch) Urban and I remember him fondly. He was full of so much life, with a vibrant personality that I'll never forget! May God Bless him and his family.
The Kozlowski Family
until we meet again
Rich Diamond
June 21, 2002
To the entire Obos family and everyone who knew him and loved him.
I hadn't seen Johnny for way too long when I heard the news. I never realized how damn quick 7 years can blow past. It was like a heartbeat. Rarely a week would pass without someone bringing up a Johnny Obos story. There were a million of them. It just never seemed like we were apart for those last years. He always seemed so close because people never stopped talking about him. No matter what part of the country he was in at the time, he was always right down the street as far as I was concerned. When you met Johnny, you'd have a real hard time forgetting it.Even if you only met him once, you'd remember Johnny Obos. That's just the way he was. When he walked into a room, he owned it. It was his. He was a like a spark plug. That is a very rare quality. To be able to make that kind of impact. I'm lucky to have known him most of my life. We're all lucky to have known him.
Johnny, I'm gonna miss ya, bro.....and I know you'll never let me forget ya.
Rich D.
([email protected])
Lisa McIntosh (Chadwick)
June 21, 2002
To all of the family of John E. Obos Jr.:
I may of not known him personally but he was my brother (Johnny Chadwick's)best friend, they always hung around each other. I feel the pain from all of the family and my brother. He will be sadly missed and always be in my brother's heart forever! My condolences go out to the all of you.
From:
Lisa McIntosh(Chadwick)
Renata (Kaczmarek) Archambault
June 20, 2002
Cindy, it has been a long time since I have been in contact with your family and with you. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I wish you my most heart felt sympathy at this most difficult of times. I pray God will be close by for all of you and that He will hold your brother close until you see him once more.
Most Sincerely,
Renata
Jackie Maslana
June 20, 2002
The Obos Family,
My deepest sympathy, my thoughts and prayers will always be with you.
Steve & Connie Obos
June 20, 2002
"My life is but a weaving,
Between my Lord and me.
I cannot choose the colors
He works them steadily.
Oft times He weaves in sorrow,
And I, in foolish pride,
Forget He sees the upper
And I, the underside.
Not til the loom is silent
And the shuttles cease to fly,
Will God unroll the tapestry,
And explain the reason why.
The dark threads are as needed
In the Weaver's skillful hand,
As the threads of gold and silver
In the pattern He has planned."
"Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."
Matthew 11:28-30
May the love and peace of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer, Everlasting Power, and our Savior, comfort and strenthen each of you in your sorrow.
With our heartfelt sympathy and our love,
Steve, Connie, Jason, David & Sarah
ALICE
June 20, 2002
OBOS FAMILY,
IT WAS MY PLEASURE TO KNOW JOHNNY AND BE HIS FRIEND. I WILL ALWAYS HAVE VERY FOND MEMORIES OF HIM. MY HEART IS BROKEN FOR SOMEONE WHO WAS VERY DEAR TO ME. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS ENTIRE FAMILY.
GINO, DARLA & LUIGI BONANNO
June 20, 2002
DEAR OBOS FAMILY,
THERE ARE NO WORDS WE COULD SAY TO TAKE AWAY THE PAIN YOU FEEL RIGHT NOW. PLEASE KNOW THAT EVERYONE THAT KNOWS JOHNNY LOVES HIM DEARLY. HE IS TRUELY THE REFLECTION OF GREAT PARENTS AND A LOVING FAMILY. HE WILL REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER. PEACE AND LOVE TO ALL OF YOU.
Michelle & Dennis McAleer
June 20, 2002
Dennis and I were so honored to have John John as an usher for our wedding. We will always cherish the memories of him. We are so shocked by his death and will miss him greatly. He is now in heaven with his father. God bless him.
Uncle Ben and Aunt Darlene Obos
June 20, 2002
Dearest Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are there with you all now....the saddness that you all feel will slowly go away...but his memory will linger on. Thank you, God, for the time we did all have with John...may he rest in peace. Much love, always.
The Staff of Cumberland Chapels
June 20, 2002
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of Cumberland Chapels
June 20, 2002
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
DAVE & TERRI JOHNSON
June 19, 2002
WE ONLY MET JOHNNY A COUPLE TIMES, BUT HE WAS A GREAT GUY AND A WONDERFUL PERSON. OUR SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE WHOLE OBOS FAMILY IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU.
Al (Butch) Urban
June 19, 2002
My deepest sympathy to the Obos family.I don't know what to say.Johnny was my friend for more than 20 years and it ain't fair.He was great.We had MANY good times together.He will not be forgotten.Johnny was a shooting star. SHINE ON JOHNNY!
Peg
June 19, 2002
Karen, Steve, Jason, Ryan and Alicia,
I didn't know Johnny personally, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and all the Obos family at this difficult time.
Peg
Janet and Mark Arrasate
June 19, 2002
Our deepest sympathy to all who loved Johnny, and especially his family. Thank you, Johnny, for all the laughs and stories camping with us. Thank you for being such an excellent friend to our family. And thank you for your vibrant spirit and love for life that encouraged us all. The world misses you. God Bless
Kendra (O'Dell) Nichols
June 19, 2002
John was a great guy - I'll never forget his smile. My heart is broken & I don't understand why life is so unfair sometimes. John will alway be remembed & loved. My deepest sympathy goes out to the enire family. I'm so sad & sorry for your loss.
MARK TOUSIGNANT
June 19, 2002
JOHN WAS A GREAT GUY HE PLAYED ON MY DART TEAM WE HAD SOME GOOD TIMES HE HAD A LOT OF FRIENDS AT THE "OLD WORTHEN HOUSE" HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US. GOD BLESS
Denis Ducharme, JR
June 19, 2002
I and my family are so sorry for all your loss. Johnny was a great guy, a little crazy but aren't we all. I am still in shock that God took him from us now. He lived a wonderful life, and I will NEVER forget him.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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