John Peter Jack Yanoso

To Jack's Family,

I adored Jack. He was such a wonderful person. I knew it when I first saw him in the band, Phantom's Opera back in the 80's. I asked him to do a Billy Squire song and he said yes with a kiss. That's all it took. I would see Jack on and off and in November 1995 was the last time I spoked to him. I got engaged and did not have the heart to tell him. I loved Jack but knew that him being in a band and traveling was not for me. He had made me a tape and I was going...

Bobby, I just found out about Jack's passing. I am deeply sorry and I share in your sorrow. I wish you and your entire family well. I looked up to Jack as a great friend and gifted musician. I always spoke of him to my friends here in Idaho as one of the greatest talents (singer, pianist, song writer, etc...) the music world had to offer. Some of the best times in my life were with PO. I know you are proud of your brother as well as I am. I have great memories of Jack. The memories...

I only knew Jack for a short time but he became very important to me very quickly. Jack and My father Louie used to play together in Phantom's Opera. They were good friends and Jack was helping me to know more about my father and what he really meant to alot of people as he passed several years ago.I will forever hold him very dear to my heart.

A world changed; the missing voice trips the choir.
As one melody flows seemlessly into the next.
An everchanging ensemble tumbling through time,
Incorporates, enfolds, and discards its constituents.
Neverending, always-changing, the symphony never stops...
even when losses cut deep.

Sorrow-infused memory seeps into the cavity,
Creating a ghost appendage to stimulate fond reminising.
The image remains long after the body disinegrates,
Yet the voice lingers on...

He was one of the most important, influential, and inspirational mentors of my life. Working together we sometimes fought like hell and endured serious issues with each other, but fundamentally Jack was a truly great human being. He was kind, charitable, generous, and a hugely talented songwriter and a gifted musician. He was a
profound influence and inspiration to some of the most successful and
talented players NJ has ever known. Guys from Ace Frehley's band, Bon Jovi, Message,...

To my loving cuz Jack. Thank you for all the times we shared together.
You will always be in my heart and mind and for that, I am truly
privileged. Your zest and commitment to life, family, friends, music, and work have made this world and our lives a richer and better place. You have enlightened not only our values and beliefs, but have also given us the strength to continue on with your work and dreams. Your our hero.
Love always cuz Paul and family.

Jack will be missed he was a great performer I met him in the early 80's He had a heart of gold and a soul of a saint Jacko You will be missed. Rock on with Joe & Louie Rest In Peace My friend

We are all who we are because of those who have touched our hearts and lives. Jack made my life fuller, he molded parts of my past with his music and and open heart. It was an honor to have known him and to have enjoyed his music. He will truly be missed.

There are no words that can truely express how sorry I am. Jack was and will always be one of my best friends and I owe so much to him. I'm so happy we are blessed to still have his music to hear when we need it. I will miss you my friend!