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George W. John

Hales Corners, Wisconsin

1925 - 2014

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John, George W. Age 88. Born September 12, 1925, returned peaceably and without suffering to the vast unknown, March 27, 2014. George is survived by his daughter Maria John-Detty (Richard) of West Bend; son Peter of San Diego CA; daughter-in-law Kari (Zachow) John of Milwaukee; grandchildren,...

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A wonderful man and certainly a good friend

I will never forget George.

I had the pleasure of knowing George and his family in 1963, and I worked for him in the Renaissance Book Store. I will never forget his constant kindness and how he encouraged me as an aspiring artist. And I loved his books! Pure genius. What an amazing and loving soul! - Robert Wilson, www.rrwilsonart.com

I'm so glad your passing was peaceful. I first met you when we worked together in 1959 at Bill Schroeder's Bookstore. Through the succeeding years, we'd meet accidentally at various places and talk a bit. Mutual friends would let me know how you were every now and then. From all this, and from your poetry books, I felt your constant kindness and generosity of character. You were a gift to all who had a chance to have spent time with you. Your presence among us is and will be...

R.I.P. George; I have fond memories of sharing dinner and wine with you many times. I've alway felt that I learned from the best there was. " A $400. painting will always be worth just $400."-G.J. So long old pal, until we meet again some sunny day. j.d.mitchell, J.Spencer's old partner in art and crime.

Maria and family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man. I was honored to have met him. You are in my heart.