John Markham

I too was good friends in grade school with John. His leadership showed at an early age. He was the guy everyone wanted to be friends with, and be like. I know that these traits even got stronger as he got older. It is so sad he had to leave us so early. I know that he made a lot of peoples lives better. He will be missed

Dear Markham family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I didn't really know John but remember his sisters and brother Joe who was in my class at Wamego High School. I will be thinking of your family. Sincerely, Mary (Ault) Schulz, Holton, Kansas

I am very saddened to learn of the passing of John. John was a grade school friend of mine and I fondly
remember shooting and playing countless games of basketball on his backyard court and when he would take me to the High School to shoot hoops while his dad did the laundry. I am sure he will me missed by all who have known him. My thoughts and prayers to his wife and family.

I have many fond grade school memories of John, including spirited basketball games on the Markham backyard court, and the fabulous Halloween Haunted House.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. The entire Wamego community respected The Markham family. I'm sure his legacy will always be remembered at his school--in education and coaching. Mike and Patti (Young) Goehring

Tina and Annette,
I just wanted to express my heartfelt sympathy and prayers for you and your family during this time. I worked for you over 20 years ago at your Child care/Nanny school. Kyle and Ashley were just little kids, then. My heart goes out to all of you.
God bless you,

I was blest enough to have Coach Markham as both a history teacher and a tennis coach and it was always impressive to see how much passion he had for both. In just the four years that I was there, Coach Markham helped the tennis program in Goddard make great strides: new high quality courts were built, school and summer tournaments were hosted, and a Junior High team was started. Thank you for all of your contributions to the school, the city, and to me.

Mr. (Coach) Markham --- you were and are such an inspiration and roll model. It will be difficult to imagine life without you; but I know you would want nothing but the best for your students. A couple of years ago I was honored to say you were my support and my teacher. You are my angel.

Tina & Family -- as the young teenagers today use their phones by text messaging & face booking, it was sad to hear of Mr. Markham's passing. As a parent, he always encouraged my twins, Mitchell & Allan, to do their best. Parent / Teachers conferences were always a breeze with him. He was a very kind person. Mr. Markham had a great attitude and positive outlook on life. I'm sure the halls at Robert Goddard Middle School are a little quieter than normal with this news, at least for a...