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Frank Celusta III
December 27, 2021
We had our moments. Overall John was loyal, super courageous, funny, and a talented fighter. And I will always remember his abilities at lightning speed. I only wish u the most trust in those who followed OUR beliefs. Blessings to the family, and all those reading.
Julie Longanacre
March 9, 2021
You’ve been gone for 12 years and there is not a day that goes by that you don’t cross my mind! I MISS you so very much! I love you John! I will see you again!
Gary Moddrell
March 7, 2021
Happy Birthday John. Been a long time but it seems like last week Buddy. Jimbo’s been gone 21 years and we still think about him every day too! It’s so amazing you guys are still missed and loved by so many. Your mother and I miss you boys so much every day and talk about you two, to each other, nearly EVERY day! You would be SO proud of your SON, Johne...what a STUD and a fine, hard working young man! Give Jimbo BIG hug!!!
Rusty Watkins
March 7, 2020
Miss you Johnny Mo!
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Pat LeBleu Harmon
March 6, 2020
It's always hard to say the right words but still remember my cycle and 4 wheeler days coming to see you at the store. You know you made me a great deal on my 4 wheeler which I still have and remember that day often. I think your dad got mad at us. Lol. I have my Elvis picture hanging which out of your kind heart you wanted me to have. Miss your smile fun ways. See ya in heaven later. Love
Albert Appiah
March 6, 2020
Amazing, faithful, loyal, strong, amazing leader and committed friend! One of the most loyal friends that Ive ever had. Very blessed to such an amazing relationship
Msuya
March 6, 2020
Rest easy Mo. Think about you a lot man. Me , Moody, and the whole Norman gang miss you. I remember those wild days in the 90s just like they were yesterday.
I just dont know what to say anymore about your passing. Guess we all thought that we were all invincible and would be around forever. Were all much older now and reminisce about the good old days. Wish you could share the stories with us. Keep looking out for us up there. Tell Damon Brice I said whats up. Hes another warrior that left us way too soon. Much love and peace always brother.
Manzale Dawson
March 6, 2020
John, I am so sorry that I wasn't there for you buddy. I can't begin to tell you how much it meant to me that your family made me feel like I was a Moddrell. For that I will forever be greatfull. Your brother Manzale Dawson!
Michelle Pangle
February 20, 2018
Johnny Mo! You've been on my mind a lot lately. It's still crazy to me that you're gone. I hate it. You were one awesome individual and you're still missed and thought of often. Michelle Pangle
gary Moddrell
November 7, 2017
Hey John:
We ran into one of your wrestling buddies today in Durant, TJ Wright. We talked abvout and missed you so much. We had some great times together buddy and I sure miss that. Give Jimbo a hug for us. Love you Buddy.
Dad
November 5, 2017
Hey you! Things are going great here! You have no idea how much you are missed. I still haven't had any luck seeing Jaedn but I have a feeling it will be much sooner than later. As for Colby and Clint, you would be so proud of them! They are natural little athletes just like you and just as sweet as ever! I love you so much and I know I will see you again!
Hugs & Kisses!
Loe you so much,
Julie
JSM
October 29, 2017
I love you<3
Julie Longanacre
May 28, 2017
John,
Just thinking about you & wishing I could call you! I'm sure you're busy in heaven mowing yours & your neighbors yards. I miss you and love you to the moon and back!
Love always,
Your baby sister
Julie cries a lot. she misses you.
GARY MODDRELL
June 25, 2015
Happy Birthday John. You would think after all the years we would be used to this. WE ARE NOT! We will NEVER get used to you and Jimbo being gone.I would trade places with you in a heartbeat iF God would let me. I think about you and Jimbo EVERY SINGLE DAY! MANY TIMES! I miss you guys so much.I LOVE YOU.
Bonnie Moddrell
June 24, 2015
Happy Birthday to my special boy..I love you to the moon and back. .Johne has grown into a wonderful young man, you'd be so proud. At 7:47am you entered my life 45 years ago, happy day, will love and miss you forever. Love Mom.
Connie Schluchter-Hambrick
November 30, 2014
Was watching OU Football and saw a young man who looked so much like you. It made me smile. I think of you and Jimbo so often.
gary moddrell
June 26, 2014
We thought and talked about you all day yesterday on your birthday. Johne is doing great and we miss you and your brother every day.
June 25, 2014
Happy Birthday you will always be young and so handsome. Your son is here with us and is also so handsome. I will always love and miss you. Love, Mom
John Moddrell & Julie Moddrello Longanacre
March 8, 2014
Julie found this picture....we LOVE it!
March 8, 2014
Yesterday was horrible John because that's the day we lost you 5 years ago. Give Jimbo a hug. Love you guys and miss you.
March 7, 2014
It's been five years today and I miss you like it was today. I love you so much
My baby boy, you gave me so much happiness along with heart ache because you are gone. I love you!
January 1, 2014
Happy New Year John and Jimbo. We think about you guys EVERY day and miss you so much. this really sucks typing to you instead of hugging you.....
Connie Schluchter-Hambrick
December 31, 2013
Tomorrow starts a new year here. Scott sees your Mom and Dad once in a while. He and I have had a million smiles just thinking of you and your antics! You are so missed and so loved. Hug Jimbo for us.
gary moddrell
June 26, 2013
We and about 100 people celebrated your birthday on facebook. You and Jimbo are loved and missed by so many. Love you guys, Mom and Dad.
Spivey Family
June 25, 2013
Happy Birthday John. You are Remembered & Loved. Hope you and Jimbo celebrate this day in remembrance of your mama & daddy. Say Hey to Leslie for us :)
Vance Keen
May 6, 2013
John, I just heard of your passing! We hung out alot and you lived a few houses away from me in Surrey Hills. I remember the great times we had and the trouble we got into at the lake, ha ha! Miss ya buddy, you're in a better place RIP!
gary moddrell
November 29, 2011
Hey Johnny. We missed you and Jimbo soooooo much at thanksgiving. We did it at the Longanacre's house and it was soooooo nice. Your sister and your son and your nephews are so cute and so cool. Johne had a great time. Clint and Colby wouldn't leave him alone. Wish you were here buddy...I love you so much. Give Jimbo a hug for me.
XOXOXOXO Dad
August 8, 2011
Jaedn,
Hi baby girl!!! I have never forgotten you! I still remember reading you book after book. You loved it when I read to you! You had the best Daddy in the whole world....he loved you more than life itself!!! I miss you everyday!
I Love you so much,
"E"
July 29, 2011
Jaedn,
I miss you so much! We can't wait until the day we get to see you!!
Love you bunches,
"E"
Bonnie Moddrell
July 8, 2011
Jaedn, Nana will always be there... Bubba and I have been waiting for you.
We love you.
NANa moddrell
July 8, 2011
Hey, Jaedn... I love you and miss you so much.. Johne needs to see you... please remember... we love you...never forget.
Love, Nana
Jaedn Moddrell
July 6, 2011
Hi Everybody is Nana there
Clint, Colby, Julie
Julie Moddrell-Longanacre
March 17, 2011
Colby, Johne, Clint
Julie Moddrell-Longanacre
March 17, 2011
Julie Moddrell-Longanacre
March 17, 2011
Jaedn,
This is Julie, your aunt "E". Your Bubba is right! Your Daddy loved you so much!! He would have done anything for you. You were Daddy's little girl and ALWAYS will be!
I hope you're doing ok. I think about you everyday. You have 4 year old twin cousins, Clint & Colby who are dying to meet you. I love and miss you more than words can express!!!! Love, "E"
[email protected]
gary moddrell
March 17, 2011
Dear Jaedn. Your daddy loved you and your brother, Johne, more then anything in this world.
Jaedn Moddrell
March 16, 2011
hi daddy,i just wanted you to know that I have not forgot you and i never will .I love you and miss you.i wish you were here right now. I love you love,Jaedn
jaedn moddrell
March 16, 2011
hi daddy,i just wanted to let you know i still remember you i love you so,so,so,so, much i wish you were here i will always remember you love,jaedn.
Kim Morton-Pennington
November 12, 2010
I'm thinking about you and your family today. My hopes, thoughts and prayers to all....I will post pictures later.
JEN
August 21, 2010
HERE I AM WANTING TO GO TO SLEEP. CANT THOUGH SINCE THE BOOGIE MAN CAME IN MY DREAMS AGAIN... JOHNNY ITS NOT THE SAME TO TYPE IT TO YOU! I HOPE YOU KNOW THAT ALL THE TIMES I WOULD CALL, AND AT ANY HOUR...I ALWAYS HUNG UP FEELING LIKE MY SUPERMAN JUST SAVED ME. I MISS YOU SO MUCH... I SEEM TO NEED YOU MORE THAN EVER RIGHT NOW! YOU SAID YOU WOULD ALWAYS BE MY BIGGEST FAN AND YOU WOULD ALWAYS BE THERE WHEN I NEED YOU. I WISH GOD WOULD HAVE GOTTEN WIND OF THOSE TALKS WE HAD SO MAYBE I WOULD NOT FEEL SO EMPTY AND SAD BECAUSE I CANT FIND MY BEST FRIEND. I MISS YOU SO SO MUCH.. I LOVE YOU ALWAYS. I WILL TRY TO GO BACK TO SLEEP NOW AND MAYBE I WILL DREAM OF THE TIME TO COME SOMEDAY OF WHEN I GET TO SEE YOU AGAIN! GOODNIGHT MY DEAR JOHNNY. LOVE U SO MUCH ALWAYS AND FOREVER.. JEN
Kaunni Schluchter
August 20, 2010
I was thinking of you and Jimbo today. You are both missed so much. It seems impossible you are not here making us laugh and filling our lives with joy. I love both of you and miss you terribly.
gary moddrell
June 20, 2010
Hi Johnny:
It's fathers day and it really sucks. We miss you and Jimbo so much. I wish I could have gotten a call or a card from you guys. We have Johne with us at the lake and he is having a nice time. He misses you so much. We love you guys. Mom and Dd
March 30, 2010
Thoughts and prayers
GARY MODDRELL
December 21, 2009
HI Johnny;
IT'S ALMOST CHRISTMAS AND WE MISS YOU SO MUCH. I TOUGHT WE WOULD FEEL BETTER BY NOW BUT TIME IS NOT HEALING OUR WOUNDS. We have your son, Johne, with us at the lake and he is having lots of fun...but...he is not his "happy go luckey self. He misses you so much and loves you more then life itself...as your mother and I do. We hope you and your brother, Jimbo, are together and we wish you could come home for Christmas. We would have ONE HELL OF A PARTY! Your mom and I love you guys so much AND WE ARE SO SAD THIS HAD TO HAPPEN.
Please, you guys, be happy.
XOXOXOXOXO DAD
Tom Henry
May 14, 2009
The Moddrell family is a "tight" family. A family that loves one another. This is wonderful in times like these. There will be no replacing Johnny. He was an original who influenced in a positive manner all who were fortunate enough to have spent time with him. I worked with Johnny and his family for one of the most rewarding years of my life. Indeed, the Moddrells' have something special for those spending time with them.
Damn, I am going to miss John. He was a great competitor, loving Father, and genuinely caring man.Little John will carry his legacy. He and his little sister are there to remind the Moddrell's of John. Thank God for that small favor.
I can't say goodbye to John. He lives!
Tom Henry
May 10, 2009
Bonnie & Gary,
We're so sorry for the loss of your son. Please know that your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Connie Roberts & Toni Steele
Claudia Lessin
May 4, 2009
Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Martin & Shirley Burnes
May 3, 2009
Gary,Bonnie,& Family
Words cannot begin to express how we feel over the passing of John. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Christina Johnson
May 1, 2009
I Choose To Remember
I Choose To Remember
The smile on your face,
The sound of your laughter,
Your warm embrace.
I Choose To Remember
The touch of your hand,
Your love for your children,
Your family and friends.
I Choose To Remember
Though you're no longer here,
The gentleness of a friend,
So treasured and dear.
I Choose To Remember
Not sorrow and tears,
But the people you've touched,
Throughout your short years.
I Choose to Remember,
I'll never regret,
The man I called "Friend",
I know I'll never forget.
Bill Downey
April 30, 2009
There are no easy answers to the questions you must have. Clearly the loss is greater than anything else. Our prayers are with the family, as John is no longer in need of them. May you have comfort in the fact that John is finally at peace, free from all human afflictions. With deep regret, and a prayer that somehow something good will come of this.
Cindee Rael
April 14, 2009
I was stunned by the news of John. I am soo sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shelly Roe
April 14, 2009
I am sooo sorry.. My prayers along with Tracy, Alexa, Josh, Angel and Arlene are with all of you... Johnny will be missed
Paul Morse
April 8, 2009
Johnny Moddrell was taken from us all way to soon. Johnny's spirit for life and his love for his family & friends will stay in memory with us all forever.
His love for the family business(Moddrell's Honda)was great as was his love for life.
Johnny will be missed by everyone who knew him!! God Bless you Johnny and I am grateful to have known you.
Mom, Dad
April 4, 2009
Hi Johnny:
Mom and I miss you so much. It's been 32 days since mom got to see you and talk to you. She said you were having such a terrible time trying to breathe she finally took to the emergency room.
I haven't seen you or talked to you for 34 days. I remember we sat at the counter and talked about that new job you were sure you would get with lots more money and fun people to work with. The guy left a message on your phone Friday and said, "John, you're it, call me." I'm so sorry you never got that message.
Mom and I sit around the counter every night and talk about you and all the good times. We laugh and cry and miss you so much! We love you
Mom & Dad
mike
April 1, 2009
I just found out last night about John. Man, Guys I am so sorry for your loss. May God hold you in his arms and comfort you.
Cherie Bombell
March 22, 2009
Bonnie, I am so sad to hear of the loss of your son. Though I never met him, being your son, he must have been a beautiful soul. From the other side of the world, our thoughts and prayers are with you and Gary. Love, Cherie and Ron Bombell - Gold Coast, Australia
Christine Roberts
March 19, 2009
I went to high school with John and will always remember his ear to ear smile. I remember dancing "disco" 70's music with him and laughing at each other. I am saddened by your loss. I will pray for your family. May the Lord comfort you!
Cari Taylor
March 18, 2009
My deepest symphathy to the family of John. God be with you all.
Cari Downes Taylor
Keri Leesekamp
March 16, 2009
I am so deeply saddened to hear about John. He was a great person. I know how much my family loved him like one of our own. He became part of the family working at the Hickory Tree. From the Morrison and Leesekamp Family's we will miss our "Johnny Boy" Love to you all
Keri Leesekamp
(Stilly's niece)
Stacy VanZante Bradbury
March 14, 2009
John always had a mischievious and charming smile on his face. Love and peace to everyone who loves and misses him.
sheryl gunter
March 14, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Cheryl Booze (Fancher)
March 14, 2009
Bonnie and Gary,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, John. May the Lord bless you with his peace and comfort you during this time and in the days to come.
My prayers are with you.
Janice Witten
March 13, 2009
Bonnie and Family,
Please know that you and your family are in my prayers--every day. I will be thinking of you and hoping that you will eventually gain peace and serenity, although I know it won't be for a while. I did not know your son, but his picture portrays the countenance of a happy, outgoing young man.
Be well,
Janice Newell Witten
Lynnette,Lloyd Mulkey
March 12, 2009
Bonnie Gary Julie and family
We are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the many nights that John spent listening to Jamie. He was truly a very good friend to Jamie, and her kids.Kelly use to tell me she wished John was her Dad .she really looked up to him.You must be very proud to have had such a special son and brother in your lives.I am just so thankfull that Jamie and her kids had John in there lives. John is what you would call a truly good Friend.He will be trully missed.
our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lynnette,Lloyd Mulkey
Kelly Wheeler
March 12, 2009
Bonnie, Gary, and Julie:
I'm so sorry this happened.
None of ya'll deserved this.
I'll never forget the times i had with
John.
He was my buddy, just like Gary said.
He had the best smile,
nobody can ever forget no matter what!
I love ya'll!
jeanine knight
March 12, 2009
John was one of my favorite cutie pies in high school. My prayers are with the family and friends.
amanda caster
March 12, 2009
John was a wonderful guy and will be dearly missed!!!
Cindy (Beil) Lichliter
March 12, 2009
I briefly knew John in High School at Yukon and caught up with him again when our sons played baseball together. My family and I are lifting you up in prayer
Richard and Erin (Ferguson) McCauley
March 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Cindy George
March 12, 2009
Gary, Bonnie, and Julie
John was truly blessed to be a part of such a beautiful family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Christi Harmon Kerr
March 11, 2009
I went to high school with John. He was so full of life it is hard to believe that he has passed on. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Kyle Shoemake
March 11, 2009
Gary, Bonnie, & Julie Mo
I love ya & if there is anything I mean anything I can do please let me know. I don't understand why things happen to good people. Johne was like a brother to me I love him Please call me if you need anything Love you Kyle Shoemake
Johnny Seyler
March 11, 2009
Gary, Bonnie, Julie
I'm very sorry for your loss John was a good friend of mine we hung out a few times Hayley and i are going to miss him very much! Just remember he is in a better place now and god will always take care of him for you! If you need anything let us know! May god bless you and your whole family! Love: Johnny and Hayley
Matt Starnes
March 11, 2009
I am saddened to learn of your loss. Please now that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Titus Story
March 11, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Lynn Ballenger
March 11, 2009
Gary and Bonnie,
We're so sorry this had to happen again.
Chuck and I will be thinking of you and prayers are with you.
Lynn Dee Mikkelson-Ballenger
Kerrie Mays-Tishler
March 11, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ken Apel
March 11, 2009
Gary, Bonnie,Julie, and family,
May we always remember the good times. God bless you all.
Ken Apel
Lynn and Sharyn Williams
March 11, 2009
Gary and Bonnie - Comforting words are hard to come by. We can only imagine your pain. Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers today.
Melanie and Brent Manning
March 11, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers at your time of loss. Johnny will be greatly missed.
Julie Taylor
March 11, 2009
I went to high school with John. So sorry to hear about his passing. Sending prayers from California.
Sonja & Chris Forth & Taylor Stonestreet
March 11, 2009
Julie, Bonnie and Gary,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ted Stacy
March 11, 2009
Bonnie and Gary- Sorry to learn of the sudden loss of one so young and full of promise. We trust the time you had together was fulfilling, and the memories of a lifetime well spent. Ted Stacy and Kitty
julie misialek-nelson
March 11, 2009
our prayers are with you at this time and always. the misialek family. edmond, ok
PAULA MAYO
March 11, 2009
THE PRIDE YOU HAVE CARRIED WITH YOU THROUGH YOUR CHILDREN SHOWS IN THEIR LIVES AND THE PRIDE AND LOVE THEY HAVE FOR THEIR PARENTS AND EACH OTHER.
LOVE YOU ALL, PAULA,RICHARD & MONTANA
Jo McCord (Williamson)
March 11, 2009
Bonnie, I am so sorry for your loss. I know the sorrow you are going through. Ron and I lost our son at age 33 to cancer. I just want you to know that we are praying the Lord will give your family strength and peace to help you through this time of grief. Remember the good times and treasure everday with your family.
John & Raydra McClure
March 11, 2009
Bonnie and Gary - We are just so saddened to hear of your loss of your beautiful child. We hold your hands in prayer and softly cradle you both in our arms of prayer.
Krista Bailey
March 11, 2009
Dear Moddrell, family i am so sorry to hear of your loss of John, I remember losing Jimbo as well , I used to cut all of your hair when i owned the family salon "The Clipper Ship". I was shocked to hear of this news while i am waiting on my liver/kidney tranplants. It only makes me understand how fragile and precious and what gift of life really is and how it is taken away so fast. Please know He is taken in the BREATHE OF AIR THE LORD. John was a great man and will be missed . Your whole family is in my prayers and will be lifted up in the most high. I pray for blessings upon your family at this of your loss.
Jaron Bailey
March 11, 2009
gary & bonnie,
i'm very sorry for your loss. john was a great man,& an inspiration to us all, not unlike your other son jimbo, who wasoutstanding as well at almost everything he did.i have a lot of good & some bad memories of all of your children. your boys will be missed. i only wished i had some answer as to why things have happened this way, but we all know its not in our hands,God has a purpose for your boys elsewhere now, i shure enjoyed getting to spend some time with them though!
Jaime Foutch-Willis
March 10, 2009
Bonnie, Gary and Julie,
Our deepest love and sympathy go out to you in this tragic time. We think of you all often and hope the great memories made over the years will comfort you during this time! We ask that God will give you peace and comfort in your time of sorrow..
We love you all!!
The Foutch Family
Jaime, Linda, Bill and Lisa
Pam and Erika Stanley
March 10, 2009
To Johnny Moddrells family
Please know that your family is in our prayers. Johnny was a good man who always had kind words and a big contagious smile for all around him. He was a very good friend and neighbor to my sister, and family. May God comfort you in your time of need.
Paul & Joan George
March 10, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Enrico Jaurdon
March 10, 2009
My fondest memories of John and family come from having Thanksgiving dinner during the Oklahoma Open. They took me in without hesitation. I'm grateful for having known and wrestled with one of the toughest guys in the sport. I will you in my prayers!
Nita Clark
March 10, 2009
Gary, Bonnie, Julie.....I just heard the news of John's passing, and again my heart is so heavy for you. I would make an effort to attend the service, but I'm going out of town early in the morning. I have no words...just a tremendous ache in my heart for you.
Sommer Biggs Martinez
March 10, 2009
Prayers are with the family, may god help you through this rough time..
Jerry Talmadge
March 10, 2009
Bonnie,
I wish to extend my sincere sympathy and pray that your bereavement might be tempered by reflective thought upon happiness shared.
Mike Cunningham
March 10, 2009
Mike and Lisa Reyna Cunningham
Mike Cunningham and the Reyna family send our condolences for John.
He was a great friend, wrestler and a wonderful person. He will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
The Rader Family
March 10, 2009
Sometimes we don't get to keep them for as long as we'd like, but to have them for a minute is to have them for a lifetime. You are in our prayers
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