John "Jack" VanSistine

While I was able to give a brief Scout Master minute at Jack's wake before the Scouts sang Scout Vespers, I thought that I would write an extended version and a few other thoughts:

Jack was dedicated to God, his country, his family, his troop, the Boy Scouts, and the community. He was a leader and a teacher of thousands.
Were or are you members of his troop?
Were you members of his troop when he was Scout Master?
Did you learn from him as he taught the Merit Badges and the...

Judy we are so sorry to hear of Johns passing you are in our thoughts and prayers

My life has been greatly blessed by being a second mother to Jack. The added blessing has been the beautiful gift of his very loved wife, the addition of Jenny, Jim and Jeremy as grandchilren and the precious great grandchilren, made this blessing complete. Jack was a son in every way, always there to help his family and of course to add some fun. Jack has given to the Boy Scouts, Hunter's Safety and his friends and his church with a big heart and a big smile. he will live on in all of our...

So sorry to hear of Jacks passing.... he was such a kind man. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.

Judy,
I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jack was just an awesome man and had a great influence on me as a kid. My heart goes out to Jeremy and all of his family.

Judy, Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your beloved husband. His was always a smiling face at family gatherings. We will pray for Jack and for you and for your family. Steve & LaVonne Bishop

Judy, Jen, Jim, Jeremy...I was so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. I know of the heartache all too well. I wanted so much to be there in person today... Jen, it meant so much to me when you were there when my Dad passed. Peace in knowing you have a hell of an angel watching over you.Prayers and hugs... Renee (Zimmerman) Svevad