John Garrit Petrasch

As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your treasured memories continue to bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

Dear Lynn,

Just learned the sad news that John has passed away. Please know that I am thinking of you during this difficult time and send my deepest condolences to you and your family.

Hi Lynn, I just heard of the very sad news of John's passing this afternoon. I am so very sorry. Linda and I just returned from California for the season. I dropped by a few minutes,ago to give you a big hug, but nobody home. I will never forget the 20 years or so, commuting the Needham train with John and hearing about his Shawmut and Mt. Kisco/Bedford, N.Y. stories. I think we were two of the only New Yorkers on the train. He was such a good man. Please walk into our house, any time, if the...

We will never see a pheasant and not think of our friend John (and of the several wonderful pheasant dinners we shared together!). Always a warm smile and a hug--his life, light and love live on in his beautiful Lynn and family. Rest in peace.

I thank you all for such lovely words and memories of John. We have been overcome by all the wonderful sentiments and hearing from many old friends in far-flung places. John would be (and I suspect is) surprised how many lives he touched. Thank you for being a part of his and my journey.

Life is good. Hugs to all, Lynn

Dad. I miss you so so much. I just wanted to be able to type something to you.
Know dad, thst Addy scored a hat trick today in lacrosse, Grady is still peeing on my truck tires, and Andrea just took two more jobs at the Warren School. I know you're so, so proud of all of us.

Lynn,

I was so saddened to hear of the passing of John. May all your wonderful memories give you strength in the days and months ahead. You and John were great friends and support to Ernie, Fi and myself.
With deepest sympathy,

Elizabeth

We saw the notice in the NYT May 7 Sunday edition and are greatly saddened by the news. John was a wonderful human being, demonstrating sound personal values and always open with his thoughts. He was devoted to his family, especially his faithful wife, Lynn. We send our prayers and condolences to the family

We send you our love and some hugs at such a difficult time. Lean on one another and talk about John a lot.....it helps.

Alan, Anne, Abby, and Jessie Duncan