John J. Elias

Rest in peace my dear friend.

Dear Susan, Marisue, Larry and family, We were neighbors for only a short time thanks to Agnes. Jack made us feel very welcome ,in to the neighborhood. The competition of whose grass looked better was very unique. Of course, Jack, without a doubt ,always won. Our condolences to all of you. We know that he will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace. Carl and Mary Ann Naessig

Ah Mr. Elias, you were such an inspiration to my becoming an adult! Much gratitude for you June Gearhart, class of `66

Mr. Elias was one of my very favorite teachers at Meyers high school. I always found him to be very kind and very encouraging. My heart goes out to his family and I hope that peace as gentle as angel wings finds its way to your heart.

My favorite teacher!He inspired you to do your best! Later, he came to visit me as a teacher at Kistler!I was honored and happy to see him!So sorry for your loss!

He was the best teacher I had in high school. He instilled a love of literature to his students.

Some people leave an indelible mark in ours lives, for me Mr. Elias was one of those people. Although my memories didn't stretch beyond my high school years, they are forever a part of me. He was a wonderful teacher and motivator and knew how to reach anyone who he believed was not working up to their potential. I will always remember his stance just outside of his classroom as the periods would change and his smile and words of encouragement on a daily basis. Those are the people you carry...

Mr. Elias was not only a GREAT teacher at Meyers, he was a friend, model, and inspiration to us as his students. Class of 1966!

I know it's been a long time Jack but I wanted to say thanks and God bless you