John Lynn Holwege

Dear Sylvia,
I received your card and was sad to hear of your loss. I remember the talks we had at the hospital while my wife Dairis was there also. I was so impressed with your strength at a very difficult time. I can tell that you have a wonderful family that surrounds you and is loving you through this very lonely time. What a powerful blessing they are in our lives and I can tell that John felt truly blessed to have you in his.
Thank you for the card. It came at a good time.

Sylvia, Nichol,Amy,Ryan,Aaron,Becca,Nate, I am sooooo... sorry for the loss of your dad and sylvia your sweetheart, he is the nicest guy, always kind, welcoming and sincere. He will be missed

Dear Sylvia and family, I hardly every look at the newspaper let alone the obituaries, so I was quite upset to read that John had lost his battle with cancer. I pray that you will all be comforted greatly that he woke from his illness to find himself with the heavenly hosts. I know I speak for many at the temple that he will be missed. Loveinly, fellow temple ordinance worker, Joan Reed

Slyvia, Though I did not get to know John well I do know he fought a courageous battle with dignity and grace.
I'm very sorry for your loss
Tina RN

My condolences to the Holwege family. I haven't had contact with John in years but after I was informed of his death, my heart sank. I knew him from the Columbia River ward before I left for the Marines. He helped me the first time I went shotgun shooting with the boy scouts and also spent a quite some time being his "assistant navigator" while on a multiple day scout trip. I wish I could have had a chance to say goodbye.

John and Sylvia you've given so much to our family, you help to raise our children and then our Grandchildren, the peace of mind that came from knowing our children were cared for in your loving home was a priceless thing. John always took time for a short chat when I was picking up my kids, and I always admired him as a man, a father and a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you Sylvia, and all of yours and Johns children which mine, can thankfully be counted. Love you , Kelly and...

Time can't erase the many fond memories I have of you and your family, Sylvia. It all began in the Portland 8th Ward, and now after 45 years, our families have grown in so many ways and in so many different directions. Thinking of you at this time of sadness, knowing you will find peace and solace in your great family. Sincerely,
Susan Gossling Dixon
Tulsa, OK

Hard to know what to say. John was a very soft spoken man and I'll cherish the memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

We were very saddened to hear the news about John. He was an exemplary person and will always hold a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sylvia and family during this time.