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John Deir Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for John Deir
Rosanne Ross
April 3, 2019
I was Johns Dental Hygienist, My fondest memory of John was his laugh he had a great sense of humor and when ever he started to laugh I couldln't help but laugh with him. He is truly missed
Pat Olinger Blanke
April 12, 2012
John and I were classmates at Sidney High. He was a friend to everyone and always had a wonderful sense of humor. My sincerest condolences go to his family. We will miss John at the 50th class reunion, but we will toast his memory. God Bless.
Marlene (Fell) Miles
April 12, 2012
I am shocked to hear of John's passing. I discovered that he lived in the Minneapolis area soon after I had been there in October. I looked forward to contacting him on a future trip. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with John's family.
Larry Nelson
April 12, 2012
John was a good solid man. I remember his quick smile and easy-going ways. Cheryl (my wife) played Clarinet with John and remembers his just-be-friends approach. Too soon gone, sadly.
Our thoughts and prayers for his family and a toast to John.
Ric Taylor
April 12, 2012
Please know that my wife Jean and I were sad to hear of John's passing. We were friends from Sidney High and remember John with great fondness from our times together in Sidney. Our sympathy goes out to John's family.
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Linda & Chuck Huber
April 12, 2012
We are so sad to hear of John's sudden passing. Our family was blessed in many ways during their years at Fridley High School, John was a good man, a role model for his students. I also enjoyed John's mentoring during the years on the School Board, he will be missed. He was a funny "John Deere" at a High School pep fest!
Jack Langdon
April 12, 2012
Our sympathy goes out to John's family. I knew John from Sidney High and will think of him as friendly, kind and caring person. There was always a slight twinkle in his eyes when we talked about the fun we had in High School. He will be missed.
Nancy Moravetz
April 11, 2012
I just heard about the death of John and feel so bad. He was principal when both my daughters attended Fridley High School. I was the president of the Parent Advisory Committee one of those years and he was such a help to me when my husband died that year.John always knew what to say to parents to calm them down or give a pep talk. Sandy, you and all his family are in my prayers.It's very hard when good people die way to young.
Steve and Leanne Kess
April 11, 2012
Our sympathy goes out to John's family. We have known John since his days in Litchfield.John was an exceptional man.
April 6, 2012
Our prayers go to the Deir family. We knew John when our kids attended Fridley High. He was a wonderful man and mentor to many.
Ralph & Vaness Menard
April 6, 2012
Our prayers go to the Deir family. We knew John when our kids attended Fridley High. He was a wonderful man and mentor to many.
Bonnie & Rick Thompson
April 5, 2012
John was such a wonderful man. All of us blessed to know him so appreciate his dedicated service to community near and far. He will be greatly missed by so many. Our deepest sympathies to the entire family.
mark wolak
April 5, 2012
John, you will be missed! Your gifts continue to give. Thanks for your presence with us in Mahtomedi and community! Mark and Julie Wolak
Ron and Jennifer Prasek
April 5, 2012
To John's family,
We were so sad to hear of John's sudden death. All three of our children attended Fridley High School during John's tenure. We worked with him for many years as parent volunteers. He was a calm, caring and devoted leader. He will be missed by many friends and colleagues.
We pray for God's comfort and peace to be with you all at this difficult time.
April 5, 2012
Sandy,
I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Deb Herlofsky
Steve Brueske
April 5, 2012
Dear Sandy and family,
I send you my sincere and loving condolences in loosing John, a man who was Blessed as a wonderful husband, father, and friend to so many. May he now rest in Eternal PEACE with JESUS as you all find PEACE in JESUS too as you greive this significant loss in your lives.
Cousin Steve (Minnetonka, MN)
April 5, 2012
John was a model of what a great leader should be. I knew him well through MASSP and he had the respect and admiration of all who knew him. With his death the tallest tree in the forest came down. Don Hovland, Stillwater, MN.
Eileen Lambert
April 4, 2012
I think I am still in the state of shock. When John came to MHS I welcomed him with a case of wine for his birthday and I certainly expected to him to enjoy many more birthdays as well as glasses of wine. His calming presence will certainly be missed in this world. He was a great mentor, a truly wonderful listener and a joyous friend. My condolences to his family.
Mike Becker
April 4, 2012
Johns great smile and gentle ways will be missed by all Rotarians. John touched many lives and his loss will be felt by all. Blessings to his family in this difficult time.
robbie johnson
April 4, 2012
Our sympathies go to family and friends of John. He was my last principal at MHS and spoke at my retirement party. He was a man of wisdom and compassion. His Rotary commitments are commendable.
Dwayne Purrington
April 4, 2012
A truly professional educator and an inspiration to all who knew him as a coworker and friend. Blessed be his memory.
April 4, 2012
John was a patient at our dental office and we were very deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. What a truly wonderful, caring, smiley person he was. He will be missed deeply. The world has lost a very special man!! Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Kathy & Nicki at Dr. Ennen's office
April 4, 2012
Sandy and family.....we were so very sorry to hear about John...He will always be remembered by many from where ever he was at and what ever he did. He was a kind a wonderful man...Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Bruce and Sharon Dicke
Cindy Bernier
April 4, 2012
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
John has touched so many lives he will be missed.
April 4, 2012
"A great friend, teacher, principal and friend. My memories of you will live on."
Bob Cole (Marshall, MN)
Greg Van Hee
April 3, 2012
A great friend, excellent teacher and exceptional school leader, I will miss John and his sense of humor greatly.
Ann Brooke
April 3, 2012
O Captain! my Captain! rise up and hear the bells; Rise up—for you the flag is flung—for you the bugle trills.
This poem has been in my head since I first heard the news of John's passing yesterday morning. He was a wonderful leader and friend.
RIP John. My heart is heavy. We were so lucky to have worked for you at MHS; you will never be forgotten.
Nancy Burns
April 3, 2012
Sandy and Family:
What can I say! Please accept my sympathy at the death of John.
Willie Johnson
April 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Sandy.
April 3, 2012
"God bless Mr. Deir - you have made this world a better place. You will truly missed."
Pam Cowan (Stillwater, MN)
Steven Dooley
April 3, 2012
Terribly saddened to hear of John's passing. He was one of the truly great men among us. I valued him as a friend, a mentor and consul. Early in my administrative career he was my "go to person" and shared many sage bits of advice that I still follow 25 years later. His intellect, sense of humor and relaxed manner highlighted every interaction with him. My condolences to Sandy, his children and the many others he touched. Rest in Peace old friend!
Lyle Koski
April 3, 2012
John Deir was simply one of the finest individuals I have met. Whether he was leading, mentoring, sharing a story, or just being John, his presence was felt and loved by those who knew him. While we will all miss him, the impact he had on the lives of so many has no limits.
April 3, 2012
John will be missed by all who knew him. I had the pleasure of working for John and not one day went by that we did not laugh...he knew how to calm each storm that came his way. I'm going to miss you John!
Joan McCormick
Joyce Roddy
April 3, 2012
John was a wonderful, caring, kindhearted man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. He was a great educator and principal, and I loved working with him. I also enjoyed our many book talks and have read many a book that he recommended. I will miss him, and the world is a little dimmer without his big smile.
Reggie Buresh
April 3, 2012
John was a wise mentor to so many of us and such a delightful friend. Many lunch periods were filled with laughter, book discussions, the solving of world issues and so on. We discovered we were born just a few miles apart in rural Nebraska and loved rooting for the Huskers. His passing leaves a very large void in our world; we were the richer for having known him.
Heather Gerard
April 3, 2012
Dear Mr. Deir,
I am so sorry to hear about your passing. You had such a positive impact on my life. Thank you for the amazing high school experience and the wonderful education. What an incredible leader you were!
Sincerely,
Heather M. Gerard
Class of 1995
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