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John Chatterton Obituary

CHATTERTON - John Tompkins, 70, of Bonita Springs, FL, passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2007. Born in Bronx, NY, he came to the area eight years ago from Rocky Point, NY. Survivors include his loving wife, Joann M. Chatterton of Bonita Springs, FL; daughters, Lori A. Chatterton and Lynn H. Chatterton, both of Rocky Point, LI, NY, and Lisa A. (Larry) Boyle of Miller Place, NY; brother, Edward Chatterton of Northport, NY; sisters, Joan Kowalski of Spring Hill, FL and Jean Harris of West Islip, NY; and grandchildren, Kenneth Chatterton and Paige E. Boyle. Friends will be received Friday, November 2, 2007 from 12:30 - 1:45 PM at Walter Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home, 28300 Tamiami Tr. S., Bonita Springs, FL 34134, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 PM at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, Bonita Springs. Memorials in John's name should be directed to Joanne's House at Hope Hospice, 27200 Imperial St., Bonita Springs, FL 34135.

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Published by Newsday on Nov. 2, 2007.

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Pat Radzwicz

November 10, 2007

Dear Joanne, We will miss John and his wonderful sense of humor.He was the best roofmate we could ever wish for. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
With love, Pat & Kathy

Janet Martini

November 2, 2007

I only knew John for a very short time but will never forget his smiling face when we came across the two of you riding your bikes. He called me Mrs. Bill. You and your family are in our prayers. We will miss him. May he rest in peace. Janet Martini-Highland Woods

Elena Launzel-Paige

November 2, 2007

Dear Lori,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ernie Casey

November 2, 2007

Dear Joann and family
We were so sorry to hear about John. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael, Ernie, Lauren and Mike Casey

Jackie Acquista

November 2, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about John. He always made me smile. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jackie (from our Bay Harbour days)

Patricia Nirmaier

November 2, 2007

Dear Joann & Family, My deepest sympathy to you all at this very sad time. You will be in my thoughts & prayers
Pat Brennan Nirmaier from BHS

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