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Beth Morgan
October 27, 2017
Johnnie worked on the case of my niece's murder in 2000. He was so kind and helpful throughout the trial. Periodically I go online researching her murder. I was saddened to see that Johnnie had passed away. He was very respectful, professional and helpful throughout our horrible ordeal. May God hold you close. Sincerest regards,
Gwen
August 1, 2013
A friend is a friend forever...
Beth & Ray Lawrence
April 11, 2012
Debbie & Family, we are so very sorry for the loss of Johnny. Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Keith Sumitra
April 9, 2012
May his soul rest at peace.
Annalisa Paragas
March 24, 2012
Life does not begin with birth, nor does it end with death. Your memories will all be cherished by us (colleagues, friends and love ones). We thank you for your sweet spirit, good deeds and examples. We fervently pray for the safety of your family with the divine intervention of the Almighty God.
Michael Bester
March 22, 2012
I appreciate his service to our country and for being a fellow American here in DynCorp Dubai.
Thank You, Johnny for our conversations and for your dedication to making the United States safer for all of us.
Meldy Arienda
March 22, 2012
I just know Johnnie in the office here in Dubai and that he's a great person, a man of faith. To his family, be it known unto you that Johnnie's passing is just a beginning of a wonderful life in the eternity. Families can be together forever.
Sharon Noel
March 20, 2012
Your family is in my prayers.
RMSH c/o 1985
Stan Kittrell
March 20, 2012
My prayers are for Jesus to give peace, courage, and comfort to Chris, Kaitlyn, all the Sessoms and the Umphlets. Johnnie loved adventure, justice, his career and life, but the the focus of his life was his family. The love he has for Chris and Kaitlyn is awe inspiring. And Kaitlyn, when you start missing your Daddy, just feel the pulse in your wrist, because his blood is flowing through your veins right now. He will always be with you and he will never leave you. To Johnnie, I love you dude. Give Theresa a hug for me.
Tammy DuBrey
March 20, 2012
Dear Chris, You and your daughter will be in my prayers. I am so sorry for your lost. I remember when you two were first married and I am sure the years you spent together were great. May God keep those memories in your heart forever. An old friend from PCHD Tammy
Gene & Amelia Bland
March 20, 2012
We are so saddened by this news. Please know that you have our deepest sympathy and support. May God be with you and your family for we know that Johnnie, Jr. is now with Him.
Catherine Nelson
March 20, 2012
Chris, Kaitlyn, Peggy, and Ron: Joey, MC, Anna Blair and I are keeping you in our prayers. We are all so sorry for your loss.
Love, Catherine
March 19, 2012
Sending condolences from my family to yours.
Melanie Rountree
Rocky Mount, NC
RMSH c/o 1987
Alice Whitley
March 19, 2012
May God give each family member and friend strength, understanding, guidance, and peace, as only He can provide.
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Linda Byrum
March 19, 2012
Chris, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You and the family will be in my prayers.
Hilda de Leon
March 19, 2012
I'm very, very sorry about this horrible tragedy that has come to your family. I know you are all very close and strong in your faith. I'm praying for his entire family and friends and most especially for Kaitlyn and Chris! I know it's hardest on them! It's very difficult to believe and I'm so, so sorry! May the times you had with him and the memories of his spirit comfort you!
Bren Whitford
March 19, 2012
Chris, know that you and Kaitlyn, as well as all members of the families that you share, are in my most solemn thoughts this morning, and have been since yesterday when I read this news. May God surround and comfort you in His embrace during this most unfathomable and difficult time you all are experiencing. Remember the good memories and special times you have shared over your lifetime together. Peace of the Lord be with you...
American Heart Association
March 18, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
March 18, 2012
Mr and Mrs Umphlet and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I got to be friends with Johnnie when he would come to his granparents Mr. and Mrs. Hicks. He was so sweet and full of life. May you find comfort in know that God has gotten another ANGEL. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers,
Daphne (Pridgen) Brewer.
March 18, 2012
Nancy & Johnnie, There are not words to say to ease your pain. Johnni was doing what he loved to do. God give you comfort and peace at this time. Our love and our prayers
are with you during this difficult time. We will not be able
to go for visitation. God bless and keep you near to HIM.
Love you, Earl & Hilda Honeycutt, Dunn, N. C.
Judith Fergerson
March 18, 2012
Chris know that we are praying for you and Kait each day. I worked with Johnnie at the SBI and the news brought sadness to us all here. Keep the faith that God will hold you up during this time of sorrow and will help you in your tomorrows.Know that Johnnie is with the Lord and watching you from above.
roger eaden
March 18, 2012
Johnnie and family, our prayers go out to you at the loss of yourson. many years have passed since we last saw you. Our sincere wishes to you and your family during your time of loss .Roger and Ellen Peaden Falkland NC
Linda Williford
March 13, 2012
Chris - Rick, Zach and I have been so saddened by Johnnie's passing. We are praying for you and Kait each day. May you find comfort through good friends and great memories. And may you be strengthened each day by God. We will continue praying for both of you.
Carla Brotherton
March 13, 2012
Chris and Kate...there are not enough words to express the sorrow we feel. Sharon and I just found out about Johnnie. Although we are filled with disbelief, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that God's healing touch will be with you in the days ahead. With love and deepest sympathy..Carla Brotherton and Sharon Smith, Hickory N.C.
Peter
March 12, 2012
To Ed's family my condolences to you in your time of mourning.
Candice
March 12, 2012
To the Umphlet family: I am sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that your family will have comfort from God during this difficult time. Matt. 5:3
Julia Nelson
March 12, 2012
Dear Chris, words are not nearly enough to express the heartfelt sympathy that is coming to you and Kaitlyn from so many. Lifting you and the whole Sessoms family up in prayer and keeping you close in my thoughts.
Susan Banks
March 12, 2012
Words are not enough. Please know my family mourns with you and yet rejoice in knowing Johnnie is in the best place. He left his mark on all our hearts. Thank you for sharing him with us because we wouldn't have known him if it hadn't been for you, Chris. May God be your strength and carry you thru this time. Love to you both, Susan and John Banks
March 12, 2012
Chris, So sorry to hear about Johnnie. I can not imagine how difficult this time is for you, your daughter and your family. You will all be in our prayers and thoughts. Find the strength you need in God and know that he is in a good place and know in your heart that you will see Johnnie again one day. Kandyce and Tim Klugh (Greenville NC)
Jim and Linda Webre
March 12, 2012
Chris, So sorry for your loss this week. This is such a difficult time for you and your family. May you get your strength from God during this time. Johnnie was a great person and will be remembered for years to come.
Steve & Bernice Cherry
March 11, 2012
Chris,
We were so sorry to hear of Johnnie's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
March 11, 2012
Chris I am so sorry to hear of Johnnie's passing. I tried to find you in the phone book to call you and couldn't locate you. Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts. Johnnie was a great guy.
Pamela Athey (Capoen)
James Mathis
March 11, 2012
Rest in peace he was a good man! I enjoyed being around him.
Shirley Smith
March 11, 2012
Johnny and family, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your son, Johnny,Jr. I haven't heard from you or the family in a long time. Mamie Wilson called me today and told me about it. Pleease know that you are in my prayers. I lost my youngest son on January first also to a massive heart attack and can relate to the heartbreak you are feeling. Just know that I am with you in spirit and in love. Your cousin, Shirley Smith
Todd Pitchford
March 11, 2012
Rest in Peace Brother. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family in this, their darkest days.
Until we meet again.
Eric McCue
March 11, 2012
I worked with Johnnie in Kabul. He was an outstanding person. May you Rest in Peace Brother and may God give your family strength during this difficult time.
Trina Calfee
March 11, 2012
Chris my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
faye carter(bb&t)
March 11, 2012
my prayers and thoughts are with the entire family. i met johnnie through my work and watched him grow from a young college kid into a man that any wife, child, mom or dad and of course his in-laws would be proud of. needless to say his passing came as a shock to all that knew him loved him. May GOD comfort you all at this time.
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