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John Kierstead Obituary

John Robert Kierstead, age 27, of Clinton, died peacefully in his sleep at his home on Monday, September 23, 2008. All are invited to a funeral service on Friday, September 26th at 11:00 a.m in Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 472 Mass Ave (Rte 111) Acton, with parking adjacent to the church at the Acton Funeral Home, 470 Mass Ave (Rte 111) Acton. Burial will follow in Reservoir Pines Cemetery, West Boylston Street, Clinton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Building Fund, PO Box 986, Acton, MA. 01720, the Clinton Hospital Foundation, 201 Highland St., Clinton, MA. 01510, or to the Mass Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Attn. Donations, 350 S. Huntington Ave, Boston, MA. 02130.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Sep. 25, 2008.

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Vanessa & Clarence Delorey

September 30, 2008

Deb and Dave,
We just now heard...So very, very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Vanessa & Clarence

September 28, 2008

johnny...still hasnt hit me that your really gone yet...dont know how really to react to it...its not fair and we all know it. i dont even really know what to say.miss you

Heather Prichard

September 28, 2008

John will be remembered as someone with a smile, warm heart and great soul.

Suzanne Werner

September 27, 2008

I do not know what to say..........."I am sorry for your very great loss" seems so inadequate. Keep your memories of the fun and laughter close to your heart and John will always be with you.

Erin Devaney

September 26, 2008

I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Teresa Lemire

September 25, 2008

Dear Debbie and Dave,
We are in shock. Words can't express the loss of your son John. John will always have a special place in our hearts. It seemed like only yesterday , that we shared many fun times together. Please send Robert our condolences as well. We will always remember his friendly smile.
In deepest sympathy,
Teresa & Joseph Lemire

Brianna St.Cyr

September 25, 2008

Deb and Dave,
We are so very sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always during this hard time.

Love Always,
Brianna, Tim, and Tim Jr.

Marjorie Knockwood

September 25, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Melissa and Bert Roane

September 25, 2008

Dave and Debbie,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

CINDY DAIGLE

September 25, 2008

John you will be sadly missed by all. Take care of zeus, I'll miss you both.

Maureen Center

September 25, 2008

Deb and Dave,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Maureen, Lindsay and Brittany

Amanda Ribeiro

September 25, 2008

Deb...
I wish I had words to take away all the pain... but sadly nothing will ever take away all that you're enduring right now. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to let me know. I'll be at the switchboard! We all love you!

Mary Eley

September 25, 2008

Deb & Family,

Words can't express my sadness at hearing about the loss of your son. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers throughout the coming days and weeks. May your memories comfort you.

Sincerely,
Mary (O'Toole) Eley

Charles Young

September 25, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

September 25, 2008

John, I miss you buddy.

Danny

Amy Mosher

September 25, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Debbie Flint

September 25, 2008

I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie

Jocelyn (Zelent) Eaton

September 25, 2008

So sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts are with you!

The Chiavaras Family

September 25, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. May your fond memories give you help in this most sorrowful time.

Tammy

September 25, 2008

DEB & DAVE-
John was a very special person in so many ways. Hopefully your memories of him will bring you some comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. *Hug that puppy for me.*

Joan & Bob Krokowski

September 25, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Bonnie Lazer

September 25, 2008

Skip,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bonnie

jason musche

September 25, 2008

hey john buddy .you are a great and loving man .im sorry you left us in body, but not in heart .youll always be missed .god bless you and your family.

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