John Everhart Obituary
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Meg Beyer
December 30, 2015
John and I were in the January term Virginia Politics course in 2010 together. One of the smartest students I've ever heard speak aloud, and an equally interesting, nice guy. I am totally heartbroken about his death even this many years later. What a great loss to the world. Rest easy, good sir. Love, Meg.
Melissa Mercurio
January 11, 2011
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Everhart:
You don't know me, but I have kept you and your beloved son, John, in my thoughts and prayers. I waited until some time had passed before writing, knowing first hand that initial condolences are many and very sincere, but with the passing of time comes fewer contacts and fewer good wishes. Family and friends return to their busy lives, and you are left with empty chair, the phone that doesn't ring, and the deafening quiet. But I haven't forgotten, and wanted you to know that I've been thinking of you and John.
Sadly, unimaginably really, I know exactly how you feel. We are both in a club that no one should ever belong to, and I'm so sorry you're now a member. My beloved son, my only child, Matt, left me when he was only 26 years old, having just graduated from the Univ. of Ala. and about to embark on what promised to be a wonderful life. He was an incredible son, an amazing young man, and many of the comments I read about your sweet John made me think of my Matthew. I am proud to have been his mother, and the loss of him makes my heart breaks anew with every single sunrise. A wreck one fateful night changed all our lives, and cheated him of the rich life he deserved. He, too, had a special dog, Samson, who factored into all the stories of his late life. Samson, a pit bull bought as a tiny puppy, went off to UA dorms with Matt, idolized Matt, and he Sam. Sam lives with me now, and has brought me so much joy. I'm sure you understand all too well why---just knowing that as long as Sam is still with me, well, that just proves it hasn't really been that long since I held my sweet Matt in my arms.
The entries on this website attest to the wonderful young man John Everhart was, and I know you take such pride, even now, especially now, in him and how he conducted his life and impacted all who knew him. Take one day at a time, cling tight to each other, and lean on God for strength. Take comfort in the knowledge that you'll see John again, so let that knowledge guide your steps in those good and bad days ahead.
If I can be of any assistance to you, or if you just want to talk, please feel free to contact me.
Terri Loriaux
October 5, 2010
Dear Joanna and John,
I discovered the tragic news of your son's accident while reading UVa Today (I graduating from UVa Nursing, and our son, Dan is a 4th year student now). My heart aches for you and your family. What a terrible loss. Please know you are in our thoughts.
Diane Gravel
September 16, 2010
Mr and Mrs Everhart,
Saw the story of your son and his beloved dog on tv. I am so sorry for you. Know people are thinking of you.
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Anne Vorce
September 12, 2010
Joanna and Jay,
I am so very sorry to hear about John. I will hold in my heart a memory of that sweet, smart and so alert young boy sitting around our various dinner tables. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Anne Vorce and Bill Shaw
Rob Walton
September 11, 2010
When I returned from a business trip today, my wife told me there was a Today Show report I needed to watch. She knew it would strike a chord within me on a number of levels. Like me, the young man in the story grew up in the B-CC area, was a counselor at Camp Wachusett, and an only child. Some thirty years have passed since those four summers I spent working for Bill Triplett and Jim Weiss, yet I still carry a deep abiding love for the camp and all those associated with it. I have no doubt John felt the same way. While I am deeply saddened by the report on John's untimely death, I am grateful for the brief insight the report provided into his character, his love for life and love for his dog. My condolences go out to you and your family. I'm thankful you have Bodhi to ease some of the pain of your loss. Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Unalyi!
September 9, 2010
Words can not express how sorry we are for your loss. Our 12 year old son was devastated to return to school and learn that such a "cool, kind and wonderful guy could be taken from us." It was hard to explain why precious gifts from above are not always lasting. Take care
Kirsten Berg
September 9, 2010
I never met John but saw his story on a newscast here in DC and it touched me so deeply. My heart goes out to you. John seemed to be such an amazing, outstanding young man...and I can't even begin to fathom your loss. Please know his story and spirit has touched me and I hope you find peace despite the devastation. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Much love to you and your family.
Jessica Keener
September 9, 2010
John was a rare soul, full of creativity, unbounded energy, passion, humor, high intelligence, and caring. Though I simply can't imagine the pain of losing him, I am deeply grateful that our son had the privilege of knowing John for seven years at summer camp.This is a blessing that John has given our son and family, a blessing that will last for the rest of our lives.
Beverly Smith
September 9, 2010
Dear Joanna and Jay,
I am so sorry for your loss.
We lost our son, Ryan, about 2 years ago. He was a sophmore at UPENN. It gets better but it will always hurt.
Our daughter, Emily, is at UVA. She had to come home last year to greave. This year, fortunatly, she is back (with her dog, Echo).
I heard about your story on NBC this morning and it made me feel for the path of healing ahead of you. I'm glad that you have Bodhi for Nurture (I'm sure he's glad too).
Please get in touch if you would like to talk sometime.
Sending love from our family to yours, Beverly.
September 9, 2010
Dear Joanna and Jay:
My heart goes out to the both of you. I just saw the wonderful segment on the Today Show about John and his dog. I was following the loss of the dog during the five days. I live about 15 miles from the accident site. I feel your pain as I lost my only two children. Ashley was John's age 20 and Billy was 23. Ashley was only home from college for the weekend and Billy was a law student. Billy called Ash in the middle of the night to pick him up. We had no idea next we knew the police were knocking on the door to tell us our only two children were killed by a drunk who was driving on a revoked licence for a prior DWI and no registration, insurance and speeding in an ice storm.
I can't tell you how much I feel for you. John seemed like a wonderful person. Our childrens' friends built a website and facebook page which helps me quite a bit to stay in touch. I am here if you need me. You can reach me through the web at www.forbillyandashley.com or 9735800702. Please do not hesitate to call me. I got through it - maybe some of my survival techniques or just listening skills can help a little. Just know how much I do wish you peace. My prayers are with you. Best, Debbie Streiter
Eva Raczkowski Bennett
August 31, 2010
Dear Joanna,
It is almost impossible to accept such a devastating loss. It may help a bit to know that John lives on in the memories of so many. Please accept my deepest sympathy and the sympathy of my entire family.
Always,
Hanan Bloomer
August 30, 2010
Since my first year at Camp Wachusett, four years ago, I knew Counselor John Everhart as always being the kind, funny, and go to counselor at camp. He lighted many of my days at camp being the counselor of one of my favorite camp activities, BCK (boating, canoeing, kayaking). I got to know John fairly well this year because I was a rising freshman. At this age I sometimes assisted John in the kitchen and out on the river. Although serious at times, John was never the counselor to yell or get mad at campers. He made camp easy for the new kids, and fun for the old timers. John Chauncey Everhart will always be in my memory, and all family and friends will be in my prayers. I am so sorry to hear about this tragic event.
Lesley Krauland
August 25, 2010
Dear Joanna and Jay,
My son, Sam, attended Wachusett for the first year this summer, and he and I had the privilege of spending time with your wonderful son and Bodhi. I met John in the Dining Hall where he was wearing his Episcopal T-shirt, and spoke to him about EHS b/c two of my siblings went there. Sam loved John, and teared up immediately and cried for a long time when I told him about the tragedy two mornings ago. I cried too. I am so sorry we missed the memorial service. We share your grief. But we are glad to read that he had a great summer at Wachusett, was a very loved and fabulous young man, and will surely live on in the hearts of many, many who knew him well and even those of us who did not. God Bless him, and God Bless you both and give you comfort. Thanks to St. Anthony and all the Saints for helping find Bodhi!! Hug him for us.
Christine Biser
August 24, 2010
Jay, I am so sorry about the accident. The grief must just be entirely beyond painful. I just heard this morning, and missed the memorial service.
August 23, 2010
Dear Jay,
I never met John but I am struck by how much he resembles you in his photos. I lost one of the most important people in my life in a car accident two decades ago and I recall the shock and anguish of it very clearly. You and Liz are in my thoughts and prayers every day.
Ginnie
Karen Jones
August 23, 2010
I did not personally know this young man, however his story in our local North Jersey newspaper touched my heart. Why is it that only the young and innocent are taken from this earth. May he now rest in peace and please always take care of and be kind to his dog Bodhi. I am so glad that this part of John's life is now back with his family. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
John at Christmas, December 2009
Sarah Itzkoff
August 23, 2010
John Chauncey Everhart was my only first cousin, and my most contemporary relation, being ten months my junior. I have many, many fond memories of John from the various times we shared together. John was a near-constant prescience at our Christmas table each year, and each time I saw him he'd practically grown a foot taller. From being partners in crime as two silly little kids to discussing his promising academic career at the University of Virginia, I always got along with him. John had a natural charisma, kindness, and a fantastic sense of humor. As a close friend who knew him says, John was cool without trying. Perhaps the saddest part in all of this is that we will never be able to partake in the joy of celebrating the wonderful things John was bound to accomplish. His was a young life full of promise and hope, savagely and unfairly cut short. His memory will forever live on in my heart and the hearts and minds of my family and his friends.
Bridget C. Connolly
August 22, 2010
To the parents of John C. Everhart,
This candle is for the soul of your beloved son, who have brought the joys, love, happiness and accomplishments to you. Along with this candle and at my hometown church, I am praying for the strength and guidance be provided to you at this time of tragedy. Since I first heard about this I-80 accident, I prayed for his soul and for finding his dog, Bodhi to reunite with you. May John rest in peace.
With my sympathy and prayer,
Bridget C. Connolly
John at dinner-Christmas holidays, 2008
Margaret Hilton
August 22, 2010
Philip Sedivy
August 22, 2010
John Everhart was a great counselor and friend to me at Camp Wachusset. I loved his class and liked talking to him and being around him. He was a smart funny and giving man. If he was my son i would have been proud to be his father. I cannot imagine your pain ,but i do know he had a great last summer and he probably wouldn't of had it any other way.
Timothy Rice Jr.
August 21, 2010
John Everhart was my camp counselor for four weeks. I was sad when I heard the news that he had passed and his family will be in my prayers.
Jack Hurley
August 20, 2010
Dear Joanna, Jay, and John's family and friends,
Our deepest condolences.
John was a wonderful young man who always had a positive presence, a kind word for everyone and a great sense of humor.
He was a favorite of the Episcopal HS football fans (parents and students). I vividly recall all of the EHS students cheering for John to play in the EHS v. Bullis varsity game during John's senior year in the fall of 2007. When John got on the field, he turned in a stellar performance which brought a roar of approval and appreciation from the crowd.
John had a self deprecating sense of humor that was unmatched. After the Woodberry v. EHS football game last year, I was standing with John and several of his alumni friends at the team's tailgate at Flippin Field House next to the new athletic center which was under construction. John asked me in jest, "how do I get my name on the new athletic center and how much is this going to cost me?" I told him he would have to dig deep, but, in hindsight, John is just the kind of exemplary young person whose memory and kind deeds will live on for generations to come.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Jack Hurley and the Hurley family
Kenneth Colon
August 20, 2010
I'd like to extend my heart felt condolences to you and your family. My name is Ken Colon, my wife Karla and I were driving behind your son on i80 when this tragic accident occurred. We did all we could with help of several good Samaritans to try and extract him but to no avail. When we realized their was nothing else we could do we just prayed. We have three boys ourselves and can only imagine the heartbreak of losing a child. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. We are glad to hear of your reuniting with his dog. May God bless you all and help you through this difficult time.o
"the exhaustion of (skating) fun..."
Mariana Kastrinakis
August 20, 2010
Mariana Kastrinakis
August 20, 2010
Dear Joanna and Jay,
John was a beautiful person and a joy to everyone who knew him. I was so privileged to be his Godmother. He achieved more in his short life than many of us in an entire long lifetime. What a star!
Our kids John and David grew up with him and in fact, consider him a Godbrother and they will miss him greatly. I know we will never forget the fun we and they had with our "pizza" nights during grade school. remember?
John's accomplishments, his beauty and his joyous, contagious laugh will always stay with those whose lives he touched, and I want to thank you both for creating him, and for sharing him with the rest of us.
Wherever he now is, I know he will be laughing and sending you both his love. He is an inspiration to each of us to strive to become the beautiful, complete person he already was.
Blessings and love from our family for both of you and yours. And may the pain be brief and soon be overtaken by the rich memories and the joy of him, which will accompany you/us always.
With all our love,
Mariana and family
Ruth and David Cohen
August 20, 2010
Dear Joanna,
Our hearts go out to you at this time of terrible loss. We plan to be at the memorial service tomorrow, and are keeping you in our thoughts every day.
Ruth and David Cohen
The Hebert Family
August 20, 2010
Joanna, Jay, and all of John's family and friends -- our hearts go out to you. We are so sorry for John and your loss.
Amy Egan
August 20, 2010
Dear Joanna, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 20, 2010
Dear Joanna,
My heart goes out to you at this time of tragedy and great sadness. I hope that I will be able to better express my feelings to you in person. I plan on going to John's memorial service tomorrow.
My thoughts are with you.
With condolences,
Brenda Gierhart
Lories Slockbower
August 20, 2010
I never knew your son, but live in North Jersey and read of the tragedy. My heart goes out to your family. Almost 20 years ago, my first husband died suddenly and I had to move from not wanting to live, to living triumphantly. With God's strength I have done that and became a facilitator for GriefShare, a grief recovery group in my church. My co-leader is Anna Simon, whose two teenage children were killed in a car accident years ago. Although we haven't met, I just want you to know of our prayers and support for you and your family. The story has so touched us. In time, you may want to consider a GriefShare group. Just go to griefshare.org and type in your zip code. Perhaps your church has a group. I only know that the friendship of someone who has been there makes all the difference. Of course, you could always contact me or Anna. The anguish is deep for such a vibrant life. Your son's memory will be with you every day and it seems he has left his mark on countless lives. What a blessing you were as parents to have influenced such a powerful young man for others. May God comfort and bless.
With my deepest sympathy and prayers,
Lories Slockbower 973-628-0725 or [email protected]
Lisa Todd-Kyshakevych
August 19, 2010
Dearest Joanna,
John was a rocketing young man full of delight, spirit and ambition, and he was a warmhearted and compassionate person, the combination of which created a rare and special treasure.
Although I only knew John briefly,and saw him infrequently, he always made me feel important, special and included as an extended member of his family. I will always remember him with great fondness.
My Warmest Condolences with Love,
Lisa Todd-Kyshakevych
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