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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Kyra Frank
September 21, 2008
I am still in shock at this tragic loss. I knew John from the New Kent Pit Stop and like thousands of others he touched my life. He was always quick to smile and because of the hours that I worked I often got to stand and talk to him for at least an hour in the middle of the night. He was a star that burned brightly here on Eath and now he will make the sky even brighter, because I know that he is still looking down on us all. He will be missed and his memory cherished by every single person that had the distinct privelage of meeting him. He and you all will remain in my prayers and thoughts.
Mary Jackson
September 10, 2008
I knew John for 8 years, I was sorry to hear about his passing. I work at Pit Stop in New Kent 03. I will miss him dearly. My prayers are with the family. He talk about his daughters and grandchildens alot.
Vicki Simmons
August 29, 2008
Crissy,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything please know that I am here for you.
Bobby & Vickie Perkins
August 29, 2008
Debbie,
Words cannot express what I know you are feeling. I am so sorry, and will miss your dad.
Love you all
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James And Stephanie Beach
August 28, 2008
My husband and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family, we knew John from New Kent Pit Stop. I would talk to him everyday as I stopped to get coffee he always brightened my day as I am sure he did many people as they encountered him. He was a wonderful person and he will truly be missed.
Belinda Fisher
August 28, 2008
To Chrissy and Family, I would like to offer my sympathy in the passing of your father.
"Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls"
Matthew 11:28-29
Tamara
August 28, 2008
Crissy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the wonderful memories you have of your Father and let them bring you comfort and joy. Your Father is in a better place now and know that God is ALWAYS with you. God will get you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Crissys former co-worker, Tamara
Kay and Ralph Gove
August 28, 2008
My husband and I are so sorry for your loss. I knew John when he worked for Interstate Pallet and my husband knew him from the New Kent Pit Stop. He was a very kind and wonderful person that adored his family. I know that your family has many wonderful memories of him.
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