John W. Alley

I had the pleasure of meeting John as we both captured the excitement of the Patrick Cudahy fire. He had a gruff almost intimidating voice when he asked "Who do ya shoot for?" We talked about photography and he invited me to enroll in his course at UWM, which I had the honor of doing. I loved hearing his stories about his travels and different people he would meet and am honored to have met and learned from such a great soul. Rest in peace, John.

I met John at the Milwaukee Highland Games ca. 1996. My fondest memory of him was when I was invited to hang out with him and many musicians after Irish Fest on the balcony of a hotel. There was rich conversation while the musicians played their instruments. I loved that he was kind of edgy. He was also a sweetheart. I will miss him, but I am thankful to have known him.

John, you were a true friend of the family. Thanks for getting the Sandy & Marion Todd award ready for the Highland Games each year. I always enjoyed seeing you at Irish Fest and my Mom's house on 13th St. And thanks for some great family photos!

John, we really miss you at your"second breakfast" stop--Beans and Barley.

Rest in peace and love, John! We do miss you at Irish Fest...

I will miss seeing you at Webb's John! Your lively stories and friendly, upbeat manner always started the day out right. May you Rest in Peace.

I will always treasure John's friendship and encouragement. I was honored to be at his hospital bedside when he went to the Light. I told him at that time--"You'd better not haunt me!" I knew he would laugh at that. I'll miss our lunches and the way he ended his phone calls--"Talk at you later." We'll see you on the other side, John.

May you find comfort knowing that God is near you and is a refuge during this difficult time. Psalms 9:9

Rest in Peace John. You will need to find some new "haunts".