John William Leding

May comfort & mercy be found abundantly in the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ, in this time of grief. We hold Pam, Jen and the whole family in our prayer. In Christian love & friendship

I was a Little League player in Clarendon Hills, IL. where John and his brother coached our team with/for his dad. I must say that he had an impact on my life that still resonates 50 years later. He made me a better person then and today with his spirit and instruction. Those that know him will understand this note. Condolences to his family and friends.

This has been a week of great sadness and sorrow for me. My sadness is extended to Pam, Jen, and the entire family.
I have worked for many business owners and managers over the years and two men stand out in my life. John Leding was one of them.
I met John 30 years ago when I walked into the Pacific Monarch office when it was located in Santa Cruz. John just happened to be there and we had a long chat about driving tour coaches and what Pacific Monarch specialized in. John was a...

John's large smile and personality lit up every room he was in. He had a passion and zest for life that shone through in how he treated others. He was kind and considerate. His laughter was real, as well as his respect and kindness. He delighted in telling me things, sometimes, repeatedly, but we shared so many laughs. Thank you for being in my life, miss you already my friend.

So sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for you and Jen.

John and I worked together in the hospitality business. I would call John to reserve a bus for my groups coming to the Peninsula. He ran a great business and could always be counted on to provide the best service. May he rest in peace and my sympathies to his family.

John gave a job when I really needed one. I really appreciated the opportunity he gave me and I really enjoyed driving those beautiful busses all over the state. I have a glass cabinet in my house full of keepsakes. And it is there where my Pacific Monarch name tag sits. RIP John and thanks for your kindness.