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John Deacon Obituary

Of Medford, March 29, 2008. Survived by his wife Susan and many friends. Calling hours will be held for John's friends on Sunday from 4:00-8:00 at the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) SOMERVILLE. Interment private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in John's memory to the charity of your choice. Late member the Sierra Club. John worked with many community organizations on transportation and planning issues. For more information visit dohertyfuneralservice.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 3 to Apr. 4, 2008.

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David Dow

April 6, 2008

John lead a life well-lived and his example should inspire the rest of us to follow in his footsteps. He will be sorely missed and I extend my condolences to his friends and family. I well personally miss his wise council and sage advice on the environmental and social impacts of ill conceived public transportation projects.

Kathy Fernandez

April 6, 2008

Dear Susan,

I will always remember John from the "old days" when we all called him Deacon.

He brightened every gathering with his wit and charm.

My husband remembers meeting Deacon ,about ten years ago, at one of Leigh's College Ave. gatherings.

We are both sincerely sorry for your loss.

Kathy & Gary Fernandez

Billie Bates

April 6, 2008

To Family & Friends,
I appreciate the many hours John Deacon volunteered as a Sierra Club Leader in transportation issues, such as the Boston North/South Rail Link. He was always striving to protect his area, & make the world a better place.

Blossom Hoag

April 6, 2008

In knowing John for so many years, I was saddened and shocked to hear of his passing. He was a wealth of technical information on transportation issues and always available, corrascible and lovable.
Susan, you are in my thoughts at this time of loss.

James McCaffrey

April 5, 2008

Susan, I am so sorry for you and for the loss of John... know that I and so many others will miss John's wit and wisdom along with his tremendous contributions to protect our environment. Be well. James

Larry Renfroe

April 5, 2008

Susan,I'm so sorry for your loss!John was a good friend and he will be missed.

Preston Rendell

April 4, 2008

John was a good friend and neighbor. He will be missed. He had a wealth of knowledge on many subjects. My sincere condolences to the family.

Judy Genthner

April 4, 2008

Dear Susan, Stan & I are so sorry about John's death. I met him only a few times, but found him very likeable and (this is so rare) a gentleman among railfans. We will see you on Sunday.
Best wishes, Judy Genthner

Carolyn Segelstrom

April 3, 2008

Susan, I am so sorry for your loss.I worked with John and I am shocked and saddenned by his death. John was a true pleasure to work with and a kind person to know. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word and will be missed greatly.

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