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for John Collins
October 15, 2012
To All the Family -
I was so sorry to hear of john's passing. I enjoyed Thanksgiving at his home two separate years, and he was a wonderful host. I feel honored to have met him and honored to have experienced your wonderful family. I am praying for healing and comfort for all of you. Marie Price
Keith Hawkins
October 12, 2012
Family and friends, you have my sincere sympathy; Johnny will be missed. It was always a pleasant surprise to run across and talk to JC during my visits home. I pray that you look to the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ during this time of loss.
This is a picture of John Collins that appeared in the New York Times on Jan 13, 2011. He is removing Zenyatta's racing shoes. Photo: Luke Sharrett.
Fran Jurga
October 11, 2012
Fran Jurga
October 11, 2012
I'm so sorry I never got to meet John Collins. I have heard so much about him, and it sounds like everyone I know in the horseshoeing world considered him one of the best--at his job and as a person. I am trying to write an obituary of him and I don't think I can ever do him justice, but I hope that reading about him will inspire others to stop and think about all the good that horses and people can do...especially when they do it together.
Edwina Coleman-Randle
October 10, 2012
To the Collins family
My deepest condolences
My God be with you always
Tommy Walters
October 9, 2012
One man........he touched many people like no other....
RIP my friend
Kelly Mcintyre
October 9, 2012
May God Be with you during this time of sorrow..
Becky Smith
October 9, 2012
My thoughts and many prayers are with Johnny Collins family. I knew him for many years at Lanes End Farm, he will be greatly missed by so many!!! So sorry for your loss. Becky Smith, Lanes End Farm, Versailles, Ky
kaye mcdowell
October 9, 2012
john was a such a pleasure to know. He will be missed but I look forward to seeing him again heaven. We love you John.
LeVonya Parrish
October 9, 2012
My heart and prayers are with the Collins family. Johnny was a kind hearted soul and a dear, dear friend of the family.
Margaret Scott Leach
October 9, 2012
Collins Family,
You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you strength today and the days ahead.
Gloria McCowan
October 9, 2012
Aunt Mary, Dana, Sue, PeeWee & Ricky,
I was so sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. Grief can be so hard, but keeping those special memories of him will help you to cope. Please know also, the Lord is ABLE to take you through it all and give you peace, comfort and understanding during your time of bereavement. May God forever keep you in His arms and know that I am praying for the family.
Louise Caldwell-Edmonds
October 9, 2012
Patsy and Family,
Words cannot fill the empty gap of your loss, they can only express that you and your family are well thought of and loved by many. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God' love comfort you all in this time of loss.
Teresa White
October 9, 2012
To my auntie and cousins, really wish I could be there with you. But more important God is with you. Love you much.
Samuel Christian
October 8, 2012
Johnny was the type of person who truly lit up the room with his presence. I wish I could have known him more. My deepest sympathy to his close friends and family.
Vickie Plowman Gayheart
October 8, 2012
On behalf of Tracy Plowman and Family, Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family. John and my father worked together for about 15 years before my father retired. My father and our family was saddened to hear of his passing. John was a kind, caring and wonderful man. He will be greatly missed! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!
October 8, 2012
To Mrs. Mary and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Ann Davis
tami and duwan garrett
October 8, 2012
our deepest sympathy and prayers are with the collins family. he will surely be missed by all and may the Good Lord keep each one of yall wrapped in his blessed and comforting arms.
Christie Mitchell
October 8, 2012
Rest in peace, dear friend. You will be missed.
Hope Snowden
October 8, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one Johnny. It was such a shock to hear about his passing. He was a very nice person. Your family is in my prayers
October 8, 2012
"Mrs. Mary & Family"......... Keep the faith, although; "Johnny" is no longer with us, we love and will miss him alway.
Tony & Sicerea Lewis
Oscar Dishman Jr. w/daughter, Marilyn
Marilyn Dishman
October 8, 2012
I had the pleasure of meeting Johnny at the 2012 Black Horsemen's Derby Eve Backside Party in Louisville, Kentucky, where he was inducted into The Black Sports Hall of Fame. I am so grateful every day of my life that Barry Tilford had the insight and tenacity to ensure the legacy of African Americans in the race horse industry. When Barry introduced us, Johnny immediately let me know that he had shoed horses for my father, Oscar Dishman Jr. (2010 inductee) and that he had a lot of respect for him. Needles to say, I found his words to be extremely comforting, especially around Derby time when I missed Daddy the most. Mr. Collins was quite likable and friendly. I do hope that you find comfort in knowing that he was and is a well-respected farrier and gentleman. I will keep you in my heart and thoughts as you deal with his passing.
Barry Wilson
October 8, 2012
To the Family,
Thank you so much for sharing Johnny with all of us! God placed Johnny here on earth to make things better and he did. My friend has gone home, I miss him already, however, I know that he's in God's hands and doing great! Once again, thank you for sharing such a wonderful blessing with us.
October 8, 2012
Rest in peace John gone to soon gonna miss your big smile, because you always had one on your face. I send my condolences to the family,GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU!
Always in Christ
Alicia(Smith)Glenn
Mia Vinegar
October 8, 2012
You are all in my prayers, sorry for your loss
Amee Osbon
October 8, 2012
Patsy & family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that your loving memories bring you peace during this sad time.
Wanda Sidney- Green
October 7, 2012
To The Collins Family:
My deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy on your loss. Keeping you close in thoughts and prayers. God be with you always.
John H. Jones
October 7, 2012
Mrs. Collins and Family
Etta and I are sorry to hear of your loss, please be assured that you all are in our prayers.
October 7, 2012
TO DANA AND FAMILY,
THE CHILDREN OF THE LATE THOMAS "TUCK" SNOWDEN EXTEND THEIR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU.
REGGIE, MUTT AND KATHY
Rosiland & LeVonya
October 7, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Brandi Collins
October 7, 2012
He was one of the best people i know. Ill always remember him and his beautiful smile. All my love and prayers go out to his son and family.
Brandi Collins
October 7, 2012
Ill miss u so much! Thanks for all ur love, support and understanding. You were definitely one of the best people on earth! Love you, Brandi
Rose Marie Champs-Carr
October 7, 2012
To the family,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Keith Knowles
October 7, 2012
We will always miss your smile and laughs, such a true gentleman , a great lose to our community an world, ....From the Knowles and McCann families, you will be dearly missed our friend , God bless you, an your family, till we meet again my friend,
Melanie Gere
October 7, 2012
May God bring your family comfort and peace.
Johanna Huffman & Stephon Thompson
October 7, 2012
Mrs. Mary and family a very kind and special person has gone to rest. He's another Angel looking down on us. He will be missed. We will always remember his quick smile. You all are in my prayers.
Ricky Evans
October 7, 2012
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Sharon Clark (Lynn)
October 7, 2012
I had the pleasure of meeting John when he was a client at BB&T Bank on Main Street in Lexington back in 2005. He was far and away one of the kindest, caring people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing, as are all of my former co-workers. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends during this saddest of times. May it comfort you to know, and I am not alone in saying this, he made the world a better place every day just by his by smile and caring manner. God bless and be with all of you.
October 7, 2012
John was a great Daddy and a kind person. He will be missed by our family and Braden. We are proud to have known him and will keep his memory alive for Braden. Karyn (Gran) Cureton and Family
Edith B. Happy-Parham
October 7, 2012
To the Family
You have my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences.Johnny will be sorely missed but never forgotten.Know that he is in a better place.Momma Mary,Sue,Ricky,Pee-Wee,Dana I love you guys.God will ease your pain in time.I'm sending continued prayers to the family in this difficult time.May God Keep His Loving Arms Around You.
Edye
Melanie Gere
October 7, 2012
The only thing harder than saying goodbye,is not getting a chance to. I will miss you.
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