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BOOKWALTER, John Harry age 62 of West Milton, OH, passed away Friday, January 16, 2009 at his home. John was born July 20, 1946 in Dayton, son of Vera (Lefeld) Bollheimer. He proudly served his country in the US Navy from 1963-1967. John was a Master Chainsaw Artist. He was a loving husband, father, brother, son and friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him and loved him. Mr. Bookwalter is survived by his beloved wife, Gloria (Jones); 5 children, Collin (Becca) Poock, Aaron Bookwalter, Andrea (Shawn) Levi, Chandra Bookwalter and Jordan Adkins; granddaughter, Amelia Poock; 2 brothers, Tom (Sarah) Bookwalter and Bob (Diane) Bookwalter; 4 sisters, Betty Rudy, Kathy Ledford, Frankie (Jim) Pyburn and Mary Adams; many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 AM Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at Transfiguration Catholic Church, 972 S. Miami St., West Milton, OH 45383, Fr. John McQuarrie and Fr. Charles Caserta co-celebrants. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County or to the American Cancer Society, in John's memory. Online memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerhazelsnider.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Bookwalter
Michelle Sherritt (Howard)
February 1, 2009
I have known John since I was 13. He was a character and always made people smile. I have three of his masterpieces in my living room. My sympathy to his family. He will be missed.
Amy, Jason, Noelle and Sienna Downey
January 20, 2009
We will all miss Uncle John immensely. It's amazing to me how one person can touch so many lives in so many different ways. He was truly an incredible man with so many gifts and talents and so much love. We love you and miss you all and wish we could be there.
Mike Turner
January 20, 2009
John inspired all of us with his independence and joy for life. he is a good friend. he will be missed.
Jess Towe
January 19, 2009
I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers. John is an example of how one soul can touch so many lives.
Jerry Boldman
January 19, 2009
Rest in peace, my old Middle Street friend.
Connie Zavakos
January 19, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. John was a friend of my brother George who passed away this past year. I always remember John with a great sense of humor and wit. I can recall 30 years ago, when he did a skit at the Jammer every week entitled "Willy the Wimp, the Downtown Pimp. May God rest his Soul.
Doug Shaw
January 18, 2009
Remember all the love and laughter " The Woodman" gave to each and everyone of us. We all share in your loss, our heart goes out to the entire family. John was a mentor to me and shaped my life for the better. Thank You
Mary Weikert
January 18, 2009
We express our deepest sympathy to John's family, loved ones and friends. I cherish many special memories of growing up with John and knowing and loving his wonderful mother, Vera, and his brothers and sisters. God bless you all. Mary & Marvin Weikert
Kathy Kirkland (MCDONOUGH)
January 18, 2009
My prayers are with your family,
This is Kathy McDonough from Middle St.
Betty, I share your pain just as you shared mine when Patty passed.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
terry mitchell
January 18, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Kab Shellenberger
January 18, 2009
To John's family, he was a loving man who will be missed by many. Our hearts go out to you all.
The Shellenbergers
Ludlow Falls, Ohio
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