John Painter Obituary

John Painter VIRGINIA BEACH - John "Jack" Painter passed away unexpectedly Nov. 23, 2009, in Virginia Beach. He was born in Erie, Pa., and was a member of Bayside Presbyterian Church and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary where he was a communication and rescue coordinator. Jack served eight years in the U.S. Navy as a submariner where he was a missile technician on the SSBN Andrew Jackson and he received numerous letters of commendation from his commanding officers. He graduated from Fairview High School and Thomas Edison University. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Marie Painter; parents, Robert and Martha Painter of Erie, Pa.; sister, Mary Opitz and husband Chris; brother, James Painter and wife Kathy of Pittsburgh; a large, loving extended family of stepchildren, brothers and sisters-in- law, nieces, nephews and his faithful Shih Tzu companion, Cupcake. A memorial service will be held today, Nov. 28, at 3:30 p.m. in Bayside Presbyterian Church by the Rev. Ben Skidmore. Memorial donations may be made to the Scleroderma Foundation, 300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 105, Danvers, MA 01923, Chesapeake Beach Rescue Squad, Ocean Park Rescue Squad or First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant in Erie, Pa. Condolences may be made to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Nov. 27 to Nov. 28, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for John Painter

9 Entries

Steve Root

December 10, 2009

Mr. & Mrs. Painter, Jim & Mary, I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Jack was a good friend and although we lost contact over the years, I will never forget the days growing up next door to you on Lake Shore Drive. We were friends at a time in our lifes when you didn't have to worry about things too much, oh to have those times back! So many things I would like to say, but just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Jack will be deeply missed,God Speed...

Vern Tuss

December 10, 2009

To the Painter family - I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was a mentor to both me and the hundreds of young Coasties at CAMSLANT during the last 4 years. We could always call Oceana Radio 24/7 for technical/personal advice... He will definately be missed by many in the USCG... - CWO3 Vern Tuss-

Vicky Meeder

November 29, 2009

Just wanted the Painter Family to know how sad I am to hear of Jack's passing. We were class mates at FHS and he was always so nice! I had just asked him to be a Facebook friend...unfortuantely a few days too late. You're in my thoughts.

Vicky Wilkins Meeder

November 28, 2009

To The Painter Family-
We are so sorry to hear of Jack passing away this week.
Please know all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tom and Leslie Momeyer, Fairview, PA

Cheri Veith

November 27, 2009

To the Painter Family-
We wish to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. My husband, Jay, and I went to school with him and although we went our separate ways, we still feel the hole he will leave in the Fairview High School alumni. Our prayers are with you.

Sahlmann Lou

November 27, 2009

To my Dear Fiends Bob and Martha-- I can not come close to imagine the sorrow---my heart goes out to you in compassion and love.
Bob - I remember when you proudly introduced Jack at Rotary when he had been under the sea for six months!

Carol Bearce

November 27, 2009

Aunt Martha, Uncle Bob, Jim, Mary, and Marie - I can't even begin to tell you how sad I am to hear of Jack's passing. We just connected on Facebook after so long. My heart is just breaking and I can't even imagine what you are going through. Wish I was with you to give you hugs and kisses. Love Carol (Momeyer) Bearce

Tasha Bangert

November 27, 2009

John was a very sweet man... just heart broken to hear of his loss. My heart goes out to his wife, Marie, family and friends and his sweet cupcake. He will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,

Tasha Bangert

Joe Nash

November 27, 2009

To Mr. & Mrs. Painter, Jim and Mary:

I am heartbroken to hear that the first friend I ever had has passed.

A ton of good times have rushed through my mind:

Jill the dog, riding the brush hog tractor, climbing trees, Martha's PB&J sandwiches (with butter! mmmmm), the Crosley, Jeeps, Lake Shore beach and walkin' around the neighborhood, jammin' on guitars (we were terrible), camping out in the back yard, and just being able to hang out and not say a word.

We grew apart but I still feel a bond to Jack that will be in my heart forever.

My deepest condolences to the Painter family, Marie, and to all who were close to my friend "Jack".

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