John A. Bottorff

John was my first out of town best friend (I lived in Chicago). We met at a high school conference at Notre Dame. I visited John and his family a few times in Westerville, and when he was studying in Hastings Nebraska I got to see him there. John and his family were like the Walton's to me. I will always miss him.

John should be blessed and remembered for his best contributions to the world~ Aaron, Ann, Beth, and Susan Bottorff. Rest in peace, John.

John was my big brother. He was a kind and caring person. As I go back to our childhood, I remember one incident, that sticks with me. It was a bitter cold day, and we were waiting for the school bus. My hands were frozen because I had forgotten my gloves at home. Through all the tears and crying, John took my hands and with his wawm breath and hands, he tried to comfort me. I'll miss you John.

Friends of John are gathering to celebrate his life on Sat., Nov. 19th, at noon at the Chinese Buffet in the Airway shopping center. All are welcome.

I have know John for many years now. The last time I saw him was in June of this year. He was in good spirits and laughing which he and I did a lot of when we were together. I will miss you my friend. I know your life will be better on the other side.
Tony Takacs

I remember as a little girl - dad brought home some baby rabbits in his hat (he'd found them huddled in some bushes while he was working at one of the parks). He wanted to show us before he let them back out in nature.