Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Rev. John P. Gutekunst Prachocial Vicar Rev. John P. Gutekunst, 53, of Philadelphia, died Monday, December 24, 2007 in St. Christopher Rectory. He was the son of Margaret E. and the late Walter G. Gutekunst. Surviving are a brother, Walter G., of Harrisburg; uncle of David W. and...
Read MoreFr. John had a very special calling from God. He touched so many people in his pleasant greetings to all. We miss him greatly but now have a special Angel in Heaven.
Steve and Dot Auerbach
March 16, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
Fr. John was my special friend in need. I now have a special Angel in Heaven that I can call upon. Father helped my husband and I through some serious illnesses with his very special blessings. He was with us too short of a time but will always remain in our hearts and prayers.
Steve and Dot Auerbach
March 16, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
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Och, Johnny, we hardly knew ye!
Father John, you left us untimely and all too soon.
We miss your wit, your geniality, your smiling face.
And frankly, your booming tenor in any hymn or tune.
But most of all, your guidance on the path to Grace.
You’re in a better place now as God’s forever priest.
We know we have a friend there near heaven’s throne --
To join the angelic chorus and plead for us and at least
To pray for our...
Raphael MacWilliams
January 02, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
I will always remember Father John for his silly sense of humor, his beautiful singing voice, and how, when we first started the Branches youth group at St. Chris, he always came in at the end of every meeting and prayed with the young people. Our whole family will miss him. He was a good priest.
Erin Cupp
January 02, 2008 | East Cornfield, PA
WE ARE VERY SADDENED TO HEAR OF FATHER JOHN'S PASSING. HE MARRIED MY HUSBAND AND I IN 2004. WE WILL MISS HIM ALOT. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.
KIM AND MIKE KLEPESKY
December 31, 2007 | PHILADELPHIA, PA
I am deeply saddened to hear about Father John's sudden death. My sincere condolences to Aunt Betty and to Walter and Barbara.
Elise Greeenfield Furman
Elise Greenfield Furman
December 29, 2007 | Media, PA
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Fr. John. He was so kind to both my sister and me when our Mom and Dad passed away. He made us feel so comforted. He was a kind and loving man and such an asset to St. Christopher's parish. He will be sorely missed.
Donna (Coco) Nee
December 28, 2007 | FRANKFORD, DE
It was a shock to hear of Father John's passing, he baptized my two sons at St. Christophers church, he was a wonderful man and will be missed deeply. God Bless you Father John, rest in peace, you will be missed.
Laura Melot
December 28, 2007 | Philadelphia
I'm going to miss Fr.john. He was always nice to me and my younger brother, Mark. I would go to him for confession because he would always make me fell confortable telling my sins and not make me nervous. It was a complete chock when we went to Church and heard about his Deaf. Im'm going to miss him so much. R.I.P Fr. John
Melissa Lucci
December 28, 2007 | Philadelphia, PA
