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John Lamensdorf Obituary
Nov. 17, 1986 - May 28, 2009
John Hunt Lamensdorf of Sarasota, residing in New York City, lost his life suddenly on May 28, 2009, in Monticello, Ga., in a tragic accident while assisting a friend on a film shoot.
John graduated from Pine View School for the Gifted in 2005, receiving the school's award for creativity. John was also awarded a National Merit Scholarship. His short film, "Heroin," an anti-drug film, was accepted to the Sarasota Film Festival Young Filmmakers Showcase in 2005 and won the "Best Editing" award.
John graduated on May 13, 2009, from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, Kanbar Institute of Film and Television Production. As a junior, John spent a semester abroad in Dublin, Ireland, and directed a music video for the song "Up and Down the Hill" by the Irish band The House of Cosy Cushions. The video has been widely viewed in Europe and the States. As a senior, John was accepted into the prestigious "Advanced Production" course led by famed screenwriter Ezra Sacks. His screenplay "Only Criminals" and subsequent movie is in post-production and will be completed by John's close friend Andreas Cardona, who served as John's cinematographer and co-producer. "Only Criminals" will then be submitted to the film festival circuit as he had planned. Tisch Dean Mary Schmidt Campbell relayed that John was a "shining star" and that his movie was felt to be a "brilliant piece of filmmaking."
John was a prolific reader, extraordinary writer and talented musician. He was exceptional in guitar and composing and an avid lover of opera.
John is survived by his proud and devoted parents, Dr. Michael and Kathy Lamensdorf; his adored sister, Jennie K. Lamensdorf; his beloved maternal grandmother, Kathleen M. Donohue; his supportive paternal grandparents, Susan and Rolland Lamensdorf; his loving aunts and uncles Jacquelyn and Kevin Donohue and Jane and Marty Bucher; and his wonderful cousins Brooke, Kevin and Bryan Donohue.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to the John H. Lamensdorf Memorial Fund at Wachovia Bank, whose funds will be used solely to support student filmmaking at the Tisch School of the Arts. The incredible outpouring of love and admiration for John from family and his many friends has provided great solace.
John was perhaps like Phineas in "A Separate Peace," too special to live for very long on the planet Earth; "the marrow in his bones was just too pure."
Arrangements are by Toale Brothers Funeral Home, Colonial Chapel.
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July 1, 2009
Dear Lamensdorf family,M.J., Josh and I wish to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. It is impossible to put our sorrow into words. All we can say is that you have always been wonderful to us. We know what wonderful parents you were as well. You have been in our thoughts every day.
Bob & Jean Gomoll
June 30, 2009
Dr. Lamensdorf & family....
I cannot express how terrible we felt when reading about your son. I cannot even imagine losing a child. You are so caring and I'm sure you had a lot to do with what a great guy he turned out to be. You can be so proud of that. We didn't know John, but I remember the pictures you always had in your office of John and Jennie and loved seeing how they grew up.
God grant you peace in your sorrow and may you find strength in your memories of John.
Our thoughts and prayers are and have been with you.
Mark
June 28, 2009
I have visited this site every day and just kept hoping that I could write something someday. I realize that this will end in a few days so say soemthing I must. I was in three of John's music classes. It was unusual for a film major to be in classes outside of Tisch but I think John got special permission to minor in music. He was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about music and music makers. He had a terrific voice but was too modest to let many people know that. I know that John was fortunate to have terrific parents - he talked about them a lot always in positive terms. How his mom loved music. he told me he went with her to a Jackson Browne concert because she was a fan and he said Browne was "totally true to the 70s" and that his mom said he even wore the same shirt he did in 1976. I know his dad is a doctor but John never talked about things like that. He did talk about how many books his dad read and I am sure that is why John read so many books - he always had an impressive book at the ready. I was a little bit jealous of John. he was smart, handsome, funny and knew exactly who he was. He would never say or do something he didn't believe in. That is hard to do. Just wanted to talk about John. I am having a hard time understanding that he is gone. So much talent and so humble. I hope his family understands how many people are missing him and struggling. Prayers for all of you.
MaryElizabeth Kelley
June 24, 2009
Aunt Kathy, Uncle Michael and Jennie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I regret not being a better "cousin" over these past few years. I truly wish we continued to see more of you as we got older. Our families always had so much fun during our visits to Florida. Our Easter spent with you will always remain one of my fondest memories, dying eggs and eating the massive chocolate chicken we brought down. Smiles, jokes and laughter were always shared; (mostly because of John) he always made our typical trips to the Melting Pot one of the highlights of our visit. He will be missed - yet always present in our minds and in our hearts.
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Katie Bowers (Kelley)
June 22, 2009
Dear Aunt Kathy, Uncle Michael and Jennie,
I am so sorry to hear about John’s death. It’s shocking and terribly sad. Even though we lived in Boston I always felt a connection with you growing up. We looked forward to your Christmas presents every year and picking out the gift for our mom to sent to Jennie and John. We loved our visits Sarasota every winter. A few fond memories of the Kelley and Lamensdorf family that come to mind include walking down to the beach at the end of your street and the kids posing with a large piece of drift wood and having the parents take our pictures. Another memory is something I always looked forward to….. a fun dinner at the Melting Pot with the all of us. I can actually remember John’s laugh driving home in Michael’s car. It was the best. The four of us got along so well and we will always cherish those memories forever. I hope you can remember the great times you and all of us shared with John and let them bring you comfort.
A Best Friend
June 18, 2009
It has taken me this long to post anything. John changed my life in senior year of high school. I was self doubting and he suggested music to listen to so that I understood that so many others felt the same - that it was ok. He was so adorable, brilliant, funny and kind.......why him?
Elaine Owen
June 17, 2009
I never met John. I wish I had. My son was three years behind him at Pine View. There are no words for your loss. But I wanted you to know that there is someone thinking of you. I have never lost a son. But I have loved one. So, I will keep you in my heart. And send you grace.
June 16, 2009
Dear Michael, Kathy, and Jennifer,
Larry and I were so saddened to learn of John's passing -- our daughter Sandy (Van Such) told us she'd met your children at one time and was just devastated to learn of your loss when she returned from her grandmother's funeral out of state. We keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Betty Levick (Sarasota)
June 14, 2009
My heartfelt condolences on the tragic demise of John.May God give you and your family the strength to bear this terrible loss.
Moiz Carim
Tom Wilhelm
June 14, 2009
Dear Kathy, Michael, Jennie and Aunt Kathy,
For whatever reason, the entry I wrote on June 10th did not seem to get posted on the Guest Book. Maybe in that lost message, there is a more mystical and spiritual meaning for you/for us. John's words will always be "out there" but you won't be able to read/hear them so clearly - words of the deep love he had/has for all of you. He's with his great grandmother whose name he bears and his grandfather whom he never knew.
Both my Mother and you, Michael, helped save my life back in 1989 when my Mother's voice haunted me in my sleep in Chile (two years after her death) prodding me to go back to Sarasota to care for my Father who was recovering from surgery when I had no intention of returning since my siblings were all available. You were able to get me to see a dermatologist right away to remove the melanoma that certainly would have taken my life by now if it were not removed so quickly.
I hope you will somehow hear John's words "from the other side" which will somehow and someday serve to console and renew your spirits. Like my brother Rick, the tears have come from time to time, but nothing like the flood of yours. I too, look forward to the day when we can cry and pray and listen together.
With my deep sorrow and love,
Tom
Jay and Lin Dockendorff
June 13, 2009
Dear Dr. Lamensdorf and Family,
We are so terribly sorry to hear about your tragic loss.
Jane&David Kelley
June 13, 2009
Kathy, Michael,Jennie and Aunt Kathy,
We were so sad to hear about John. We can't imagine how diffucult this is for such a close family. We have many fond memories of being with all of you during our many visits to Sarasota.
One memory that brings a smile to my face is when Jennie, John, Katie and MaryLiz decorated Easter eggs in your kitchen and mad quite a mess.
John brought many smiles and laughs to us & obviously all that knew him.
May John help my father use"Hudge" as a way to let you know he is always with you.
All of you, especially John will be in our prayers forever
Love Jane&David
SRQ Guerilla Film Crew 26 March 2005
Brooke Elias
June 13, 2009
Dear Lamensdorf family -
We are so saddened by your loss. John touched the lives of many people in a very positive way. Colin worked with him on several film projects. His talent and vibrance will be missed.
Brooke Elias, Andy Walker & Colin Walker
Diane Sulimirski
June 12, 2009
Dear Dr. Lamensdorf,
From the very moment we read of your son's passing, your loving family, immediate and extended, has been in our thoughts and prayers. How mindful we are that your John changed the world with his unique spirit, talent, intelligence, creativity, and kindnesses. Thank you for nurturing his life so that he could be such a gift to humanity.
Peace be with you,
The Sulimirski Family
Sue Wilhelm
June 11, 2009
Dear Kathy, Michael and Jenny,
I was very sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rick reminded me how gracious and supportive you were during the week his father died. You invited him to stay with you and comforted him in the middle of the night when his dad passed away. You are kind and generous and I hope you are able to find many people to comfort you.
Thinking of you, Sue Wilhelm
Rick Wilhelm
June 11, 2009
Dear Kathy, Michael and Jenny,
Sadly, there is nothing anyone can say or do to alleviate your enormous pain. I cried off and on for hours upon hearing the news and I know your tears will never stop.
I am so looking forward to giving all of you a big hug when you are ready for a visit.
With love, Rick Wilhelm
June 10, 2009
Dear Kathy, Jenny, and Dr. Lamensdorf,
What a difference one single life made. With profound sadness. Memory Eternal.
Michele Ozkan and Family
Robin Sweeting
June 10, 2009
Dear Lamensdorf Family,
I am without words to express my sorrow for your loss. I had the absolute pleasure of having John as a Kindergarten student. As a first year teacher, he taught me so much more than I could have ever taught him. Even at the tender age of five he was wise,creative, and brilliant beyond his years. I have thought about him often over the years and was so proud to hear of his accomplishments. We are creating a brick pathway to the upper school building and will be adding a brick in honor of John. The teachers at the Justin Lee Wiesner Pre School and Goldie Feldman Academy will remember him always.
With all my love and support,
Robin Sweeting
Janet Sclafani Lovesky
June 10, 2009
To the Lamensdorf Family:
You are in our thoughts. We pray that you find comfort in the days ahead. It is difficult to express how truly sorrowful we are about the tragic loss of your gifted son, John. I know how proud you are of both of your children and the nurturing they gave them throughout their lives. Keep living the joy of Jenny and keep the spirit of John close to your hearts. He will never be far away
Janet Sclafani Lovesky
Marie Sclafani
Jacqueline Dulin
June 10, 2009
To Dr. Lamensdorf and his family, my prayers and deepest sympathies are with you.
Chuck Hill
June 9, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of John a fine young man.
Chuck and Mariana Hill
Bonnie Truesdale
June 9, 2009
Dearest Dr. and Kathy, Jennie& family, My heart is just broken to hear this terrible tradegy of John. I have such great memories of being blessed to of had him as a client of his younger years. God Bless you all and may He deliver comfort and strength through this difficult time.
Clio Mason
June 9, 2009
Kathy, Michael, & Jenny,
It is with my deepest sympathies that I write to you now. I am saddened to learn of this tragic loss. When thinking of you all, my mind turns to memories of us sitting cross legged and barefoot at Kyoto, and of trick-or-treating in your neighborhood. You are truly a warm, loving,remarkable family and I wish you all of the strength in the world to help you through this time.
Affectionately,
Clio J. Mason
Jacque Donohue
June 9, 2009
Kath, Michael and Jen,
We still can find no words, though so many have been eloquently written.
Just know that John, his life, his tragic death, your sorrow, memories shared, and the knowledge of what would have been, will remain in our hearts forever.
Love,
Kevin and Jacque
Sandra VanSuch
June 9, 2009
Dear Michael, Kathy, Jennie and family,
I have not written sooner because I could not fathom what to say. My heart breaks for you. So I thought I would share somthing a fellow teacher said when I asked if she knew John. Her comment was "He was possibly the most brilliant child I ever had the pleasure of teaching!"
All our love, and prayers,
Sandra VanSuch and Family
Diane Stevenson
June 8, 2009
Kathy and Michael,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Diane and David Stevenson
Kim & Doris Hartman
June 8, 2009
Dr. Lamensdorf & Family: My sincere condolences and sympathy to you and your family. I know how proud you were of your son and I hope time and good memories sustain you.
John Alper
June 8, 2009
Dear Michael and Kathy
I am so sorry about your son John. I wish I had had the joy to know him. He sounds like a truly wonderful person--as a loving son, a filmmaker and guitar player, a guy with his accomplishments and what must have been a great heart. I really pray that you will find strength and courage, peace at some point. I look forward to re-connecting and hopefully sharing a bit of the weight.
I think of you often.
God bless you all.
John
Video Renaissance
June 8, 2009
We are deeply saddened to learn of John's death, and we extend our condolences to the Lamensdorf family and to John's friends.
John was quite the film buff, and it was always a pleasure to chat with him about recent and past cinema.
Sometimes, he would give us a yea-or-nay opinion on a film he had recently seen in NYC which had yet to play in Sarasota. We always knew when the semester at NYU had ended, because he would be in to see us as soon as he returned to Sarasota.
John was bright, witty and kind - a true gentleman.
The world is a poorer place without him.
May he rest in peace.
Bill, Terry and Patrick
June 7, 2009
Dear Kath, Michael, Jennie, and Mrs.Donahue, There are no words to say about your loss, other than I am so sorry. I am saddened by the pain all of you are enduring,and the heavy hearts you are carrying. God bless and watch over you in this time of need and sorrow. Please know that we love you. We hope you find the comfort, strength, and peace to deal with this tragedy of John's untimely death. Always, Lee, Bill, Casey and Tim Ross
June 7, 2009
Dear Michael and Kathy, We met you at the Lawrenceville dinner at Bijou. Our hearts ache for you and your profound loss. May your memories of your very talented son give you strength and courage. sincerely, David and Nancy Gold
Deborah Lamensdorf Jacobs
June 7, 2009
Dear Michael, Kathy and Jennie,
It is with great saddness that I write. We were stunned to learn of John's accident. Words are inadequate to describe this sense of loss. I hope you will find comfort and strength from John's memory as an exceptional young man and artist.
My thoughts are with you and your entire family.
Wayne & Beth Golden
June 6, 2009
Dear Michael & Kathy,
We have thought of you daily; you and your family are in our prayers.
My heart just hurts for you, but I know your family has exceptional love and courage and will go on.
Thoughts & prayers to you,
Wayne & Beth Golden
Nancy & Michael Falkenstein
June 6, 2009
Michael, Kathy and Jennie...we are so saddened to hear of John's accident. We are in North Carolina(retired) and saw the news story but of course no names were given....we can imagine your sorrow and loss. We send you our love and deepest sympathy...you and yours will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Landon
June 6, 2009
John was a wonderful filmmaker and friend. My fondest memory of him was when he smeared peanut butter on himself as Iggy Pop for the sake of a friend's film shoot. This showed great dedication on his part for his friends and fellow filmmakers. He will be missed.
Debbie Lynch
June 6, 2009
Although the friendship was shared years ago, the sadness is heartfelt today. My heart is broken for you in the loss of your son, John. I think of you often and hope that you can find the courage that it will take to go on.
Elaine Toscani Thaine
June 5, 2009
Dear Kathy, Michael, and Family,
My sincerest condolences are with you at this very sad time as are my thoughts and prayers.
May God bless you and keep you strong.
Shaila
June 4, 2009
Kathy, I am at a loss to express how deeply sorry I am for your tragic loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gail Capaldi
June 4, 2009
I would like to publicly share a few thoughts as I have found great solace in reading and rereading the sentiments posted on this website. I hope the same will hold true for the Lamensdorf/Donahue family.
I have seen the names of people I know, people I have known, and people who I don’t know, but who are kindred spirits of a sort. We are united not only in our heartfelt sympathy, but also in our love of John, whether we knew him or just felt like we did. I hardly saw John, but I felt as if I I knew him, because I know Kathy.
John was robbed of a long life, but certainly not a rich one.
In moments of triumph and tragedy, we feel the love of old friendships, despite the years that have passed and the infrequency of contact. I send my love and deepest, deepest sympathy to Kath and her wonderful family.
Gail Capaldi (and family)
Loretta Burns
June 4, 2009
Kathy, Michael, Jennie and Mrs. D, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this unthinkable tragic time. We know your love and support for John helped to develop him into the wonderful young adult he was. Jake and I know you were so proud of his incredible accomplishments; so know in your hearts that he surely felt your love everyday of his life. We are so sorry for your pain and tremendous loss.
Love, Jake and Loretta Burns
Phyllis Myers
June 4, 2009
I do not know your son and generally don't read obituaries. But, something caught my eye about John and his story really touched me. Our grandson is heading this Fall to the NYU Tisch School of Arts. I can only imagine how deep your sorrow is right now. John sounds like a very special person that has and would have continued to make significant contributions. My heart goes out to you and I pray for you to find peace in the wonderful memories you have him.
Arlene Craig
June 4, 2009
Dr. Lamensdorf and Family, from our family we send our deepest condolences during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers and if there is anything we can do, let us know.
The family of Arlene Y. Craig
Neal Schleifer
June 4, 2009
Dear Lamensdorfs,
Deepest condolences. Words pale at the immensity of this tragedy. John’s talents, creativity, and humor were surpassed only by his modesty.
Kimberly Calhoon
June 4, 2009
Dearest Kathy, Dr. Lamensdorf, Jennie and family,
On behalf of myself, Pat, and my family, we are all devastated for you and could never begin to know what to say or offer any words that would truly comfort you. One could never prepare for such a tragedy. I have hugged my Zachary longer since I found out about your precious John. John was a wonderful boy and grew into a remarkable young man. We honor his life and his legacy. We are praying for you and thinking of continually.
All our love,
Kimmy, Pat, Zachary Calhoon,
Bird, Jerald and Loraine Land
Spencer Family
June 4, 2009
Dear Kathy, Michael, Jennie and Mom D,
We are heart sick for you all. Can not imagine ... Our memory of John is his willingness to share. His music, his ceativity, his thoughts ... and to listen to others too, a true special gift. We continue to think of John and smile for the picture memories he gave to us. Our prayers are with you all.
Love Nancy, Bill, Lauren, Blair and Kate
Patricia Miller
June 4, 2009
Dear Dr. Lamensdorf,Kathy & family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle Speyrer
June 4, 2009
Dr. Lamensdorf and Kathy, there are no words to say about your loss except for I am so sorry. My family understands the pain that you are going through. You have always been family to us and please know how much we love you, are praying for you and are willing to do anything you need us to. You, John and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!!
Sue & Jim Starcevic
June 4, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
linda didovic
June 4, 2009
My heartfelt sentiments to you, Dr.Lamensdorf and family on the tragic loss of your beloved son, John. His star will continue to shine ever so brightly in the sky.
June 4, 2009
Dear Kathy, ML, Jennie and Nan - Our deepest sympathy. Hoping time will help to heal the sense of loss so tragic and the memories you hold dear will keep John close in your hearts forever. Lorraine & Tony Leone
Wally Stern
June 3, 2009
Dr. Lamensdorf, Kathy and family,
I was extremely sorry to hear the news about your son. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marsha Snyder
June 3, 2009
Dear Dr. Lamensdorf, Kathy and family, I am so sorry to hear about
your son. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. My deepest
sympathy to you and your family.
Cornelius Halvey
June 3, 2009
Dear Michael,
I cried when I heard the news of John's passing. My daughter, Jackie, John's classmate at Pineview, emailed me a link from NYU's website telling of John's death. She title the email, "really sad." "Really sad," it is but I'm sure it doesn't begin to describe your emotions after your devastating loss.
I never met John, but my two daughters knew him well. They shared classes with John at Pineview. They were impressed by his intellect and independence. And, they liked him. John was not with us very long, but I suspect he has left his mark on many. I regret I never had the pleasure of meeting him.
The Halvey family extend our love and sympathy to you, Kathie, and Jennie, as well as the extended Lamensdorf family. G-d bless you all, and G-d bless young, John.
Sincerely,
Kate Crosby
June 3, 2009
Dear Lamensdorfs -
I wanted to say that from the moment I met your family, I could tell how much every member of your family was loved and valued. While I was never lucky enough to get to know John well, I was fortunate enough to experience first hand the love and support that you all gave him. He was a brilliant artist, a loved, and loving son and brother. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all during this time.
Eileen Ocon
June 3, 2009
Dear Dr. & Mrs. Lamensdorf, I was so very sorry to hear about your son. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
carly cattinari
June 3, 2009
Kathy ,Michael and family,
Words cannot express my sincere sympathy for you loss.
I remember meeting John many times and what a remarkable young man he was. There is no greater loss at that of a child. My prayers are with you all.
Carly Cattinari (Coast Dermatology and friend of Kathy Donohue in Pa.)
Amanda (Morris), Andrew, Austen and Alek Kurland
June 3, 2009
Dear Dr. Lamensdorf, Kathy and Jennie,
We are so sorry to hear about John and we wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know that you have 22 years worth of wonderful memories to help pull you through this. Our deepest sympathies are with you.
Mary Knarr
June 3, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Karen Domschke
June 3, 2009
Dear Dr. & Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Words cannot express the pain and heartache. Take comfort from those around you,
Cry, many shoulders surround you. Along with our Lord, your friends, family, and of course, John, Your hearts will eventually heal. My deepest condolences.
Karen Domschke (Sarasota,FL)
Bruce & Judy Macgowan
June 3, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Carol Graf
June 3, 2009
Michael, Kathy, Jennie and The Nan,
I cannot express how I feel at this moment in your lives. There is no way to make it easier for any of you. I pray that the Lord can comfort you and heal your hearts.
John was a wonderful son and grandson and you should all be proud and celebrate his life as short as it was.
Love and blessings,
Carol
Linda Franklin
June 2, 2009
Dear Dr. Lamensdorf and family,
Doctor, I have always appreciated you whenever I have been in your office. Your care for Mom and me has been greatly appreciated. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I cannot imagine the pain and loss you are enduring. Prayer and time cannot vanquish these feelings, but they will give you heartsease and peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Linda Franklin
Ron & Kim Vincent
June 2, 2009
Kathy, Jennie, Michael and Family:
Kim and I want to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. In times like this words cannot describe the sorrow we feel for you. With all of the wonderful memories and accomplishments John has made through his lifetime somehow bring comfort and strength through this difficult time. When Kim first heard of your loss she said that "God must have needed another angel." You are in our hearts and prayers.
Love, Ron & Kim
"PERHAPS THEY ARE NOT THE STARS, BUT RATHER OPENINGS IN HEAVEN WHERE THE LOVE OF OUR LOST ONES SHINES DOWN TO LET US KNOW THEY ARE THERE."
Mary Reese
June 2, 2009
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Micheal Lamensdorf,
I was so sorry to hear the sad news about your son, John. He sounds like such a wonderful person and I'm sure you will miss him terribly. I don't know you or John but I work for Dr. Gremillion and I talk to the patients that you refer to us. They always tell me how much they like and respect you, Dr. Lamensdorf. I just wanted you to know that there are many people you don't even know (like myself) who are praying for John and for you and your family at this very sad time.
Sincerely, Mary Reese
Wren Noble
June 2, 2009
I miss your son so much. He was one of the few people who could get me out and about. He just loved being surrounded by people, not for any selfish reason, but just to see them happy and having a good time. He would crew for any friend if needed. When I shot my experimental last semester he gladly came out and helped me shoot at 2am, just the two of us and the actors. I just can't forget his smile and goofy laugh. I'm so so sorry.
Ruth, Jim, Jon and Jamie Dyal
June 2, 2009
Michael, Kathy and Jennie,Your loss is unfathomable. You are so very much in my thoughts and prayers. Michael, having met you so often at Pine View activities, accompanying your son, I know what a devoted and proud father you are. John was truly a remarkable and gifted young man, and deeply loved by his friends and family. May your memories of the great joy he brought you give you peace.
Lisa Intagliata
June 2, 2009
Dear Michael, Kathy and Jennie,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I remember with fondness babysitting for John and Jennie many years ago when they were about 6-8 years old. You have my deepest sympathy.
Kathie Pearson
June 2, 2009
Kath, Michael, Jennie and Nan:
Ken and I are thinking of you all. May your memories of your beautiful John bring you comfort. Know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Love, Kathie & Ken
June 2, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Lamensdorf family on the sudden, tragic loss of your precious son. The Physicians and Staff at The Eye Associates
Rotolo Lisa
June 2, 2009
Kathy, Michael & Jennie-No words can express our deepest sympathy and love for all of you in this sad time. Even though I didn't know John, I feel through your stories of his achievements, I knew him well. I know how proud you are of him. Our prayers are with all of you, may you find peace in the coming days. All of our love...Jay & Lisa Rotolo and Adam & Stephen Dezzi
Mitzie Henson
June 2, 2009
Michael, Kathy, & Jennie,
We are so sorry for your tragic loss. Please know that we are holding you close in our hearts.
Love, Kenny & Mitzie Henson
LENNY&PEGGY DITARANTO
June 2, 2009
DR LAMENSDORF WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY OUR HEART FELT CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR TRAGIC LOSS.
Pam McKay
June 2, 2009
Dear ML, Kathy, Jennie, Nan, and the entire Lamensdorf and Donohue Family,
We are holding you all closer than ever in our hearts. May you find comfort in the love of each other and those close to you.
Pam and the entire McKay and Wolf Family
Bill & Robyn DiLorenzo
June 2, 2009
Our hearts go out to you upon the loss of your beloved son. With deep sympathy,
Teresa & Lee Harrison
June 2, 2009
Kathy, Jennie & Michael - We are so, so sad for you, and for all of us, losing John before he had time to do all those great things we knew he would do. I am comforted by Michael's comment that John died doing what he loved. If we can help in any way, we would love the opportunity to do so.
Adelle Stein
June 2, 2009
My very deepest sympathy,Dear Neighbors of long ago. Adelle Stein
John Pitcock
June 2, 2009
Although I didn't know John, his dad is my eye doctor and now our paths cross is a way that we'd rather be different. May God hold and comfort his family and friends.
Cal and Piedad Dodson
June 2, 2009
To the Lamensdorf family,
There are no words! We are so sad, we have been through the same pain when we lost our son David at age 35, who was also a great human being and high achiever, his death was as senseless as your son's.
Our deepest sympathy, Cal and Piedad Dodson
Sally Matlack
June 2, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kim Eskew
June 2, 2009
Dear Kathy and Family,
May Love support your struggling hearts. God give you comfort and strength. Memories give you joy and closness to your son. I am thinking of you with thoughts of comfort and peace.
Michael Stack
June 2, 2009
Michael, Kathy and Jennie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your family is so very special and I can't find the words to properly describe the sorrow that is in our hearts. John was an amazing young man.
Conch (Mike and Janette)
Julie & Luke Drazek
June 2, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
June 2, 2009
To the Lamensdorf family,
With our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Love,
Tony, Antonia and Bianca Prossi
Erin McLeod
June 2, 2009
Kathy, Michael & Jennie - John was such a special part of so many lives. You are all in our prayers. With heartfelt sympathy - Erin, Craig, Collin & Meggan McLeod
Betty Pettigrew
June 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you with wishes that God will wrap you in his loving arms and comfort you.
Soraya, Clay, Safia and Christopher Tappan
June 1, 2009
Kathy, Michael and Jennie
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
molly petersen
June 1, 2009
To the Lamensdorf family,
jon was such an amazing kid! my greatest childhood memories include him when our families went to ireland and when we visited you guys in florida. the memories we all had together will be cherished forever and always. i will keep you in my prayers during these hard times
The Grabows
June 1, 2009
Michael & Kathy,
Although no words of sympathy can ease the loss you bear, we send our condolences.
Harry & Shelley
June 1, 2009
Michael, Kathy and Jennie--We want to extend our most sincere sympathy to you on the death of your John. We want you to know that all of you are in our prayers and we ask that God grant you the strength you need to face the loss of John's company. Bob and Madeline Baxter (Avalon, NJ)
Ashton Crocker
June 1, 2009
Please accept my condolences for your family.
Janice Knepp
June 1, 2009
ML, Kathy, Jennie and Nan.... I can't tell you how saddened I am in your loss... There are no words... I do send my most sincere sympathy, love and support. May God hold you all in his hands and somehow bring comfort and peace. You are deeply loved! Janice, Kevin, Matthew, Bryan and Erika
Jim
June 1, 2009
I am so saddened. My heart aches for you. With love and sympathy.
Ofelia Camano
June 1, 2009
Dear Dr. Lamensdorf and Family,
I am so sadden to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.
June 1, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to Michael, Kathy, and Jennie in this tragic loss. It is a loss to all of us when a creative, bright mind is prematurely silenced.
Trina and Fred Turton
Jean & Michael Fung
June 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jimmy Rose
June 1, 2009
God needed John to do a movie in heaven.He is very happy and is not suffering.God will take good care of him.
Tommy D'Agostino
June 1, 2009
Dear Kathy and Micheal,
I cannot attempt to find words to express my sadness, since there are no words that can handle this moment in anyone's life. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tommy D'Agostino (Francesca Toscani's son)
June 1, 2009
Dear Kath, Michael, Jennie and NAN.
JOHN the funniest, sweetest boy..how we all loved being around him when we shared vacations. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Our love and prayers are with you.
Jan and Pete and family
Kathy Kaplan
June 1, 2009
To Michael and Kathy,
Words cannot begin to express the sympathy that we feel for you and all of John's loved ones. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
Kathy and Marvin Kaplan
Kathleen Kennedy
June 1, 2009
Dear Michael, Kathy and Jennie,
Words cannot describe how saddened and shocked I was when I read about John in the paper. He was such a special person. I can't imagine how you feel. I know you are a very close family and Michael was very proud of John's accomplishments. Please accept my sympathies.
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