John Gerard Sanburn

John’s kindness and sweet nature will always be remembered! Words do not exist to express our shock and sorrow for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

John was the nicest person. I had the pleasure of working with him at Dillon's back in 1980, John and I shared a Birthday and actually born on the same date and year. Kathy, Jeff & John took me snow skiing for a week. As the week was going on I said my knees hurt. Kathy laughed, you are wearing your boots on the wrong feet. I am sad I did not keep in contact with your family. Memories never forgotten. Your family is precious! I am so sorry for the great loss to your family! My heartfelt...

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

My second week on the job at Berry Companies, I had the pleasure of traveling with John and Gene Bosken for the week to shadow them on their "store reviews" and learn a little more about the business I was getting into. John made me feel so welcome and comfortable as a brand new employee while teaching me every chance he could. Witnessing the friendly banter between John and Gene had me laughing the whole time. Over the next 9 years, I leaned on John's knowledge to help me do my job better...

I first met John in 2000 when Berry Companies acquired KC Bobcat. Over the years John and I became friends. We worked on many large projects together and traveled together frequently. John was in a position that allowed him to travel to every branch at least once a year. He made friends at each location. He saw the importance of relationships and building trust with our employees. John made sure that he bought breakfast or lunch at each branch review and loved going to dinner with branch...

John was a wonderful coworker who was very diligent in his work and cared deeply for the people he served. I remember John as a man of faith that who bragged about his family and it was obvious he loved them deeply. I pray that his family will experience God's peace and comfort during this difficult time of separation.

John was the type of guy that was fun to be around. He liked to joke around. I didn't know him really well, but anytime he came through the shop he would always stop and talk to me. Usually it was about bird hunting or how my family was doing. I always felt like he was genuine and that we had a lot in common. He was a well liked guy and will be missed.

I saw this right after we heard about John's passing and I thought it fit him to a T.
'There are some who bring a light so bright to the world that even after they have gone, their light remains'. I had the honor of meeting him in Atlanta with the Berry Co merge and instantly was drawn to his gentle soul, amazing knowledge and love of family, coworkers and friends. Prayers of peace and strength to all.

I only knew John for a few months, but in the time I spent with him, I saw a person that loved his company and his family. He was always there to give words of encouragement to all of those around. He will be missed by all. Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of the Sanburns.