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Sally McCruden-Kirchoff
July 29, 2025
Hello.. I am the youngest of 6. Johnny, Alma, Jimmy, Anne, Stephen and me, Sally. I miss my whole family so very much. Johnny, thank you for piping our sister home! The day before my sister passed, she pointed and said "I hear bagpipes" who's there, she said. Of course, it had to be you our loving brother, coming to pipe my sister Anne home! Her husband, Jim Napier, even said he heard her ask this and said she heard the bagpipes! It was very surreal! I love and miss you Johnny and all my siblings, mom and dad too!! Rest in Peace! Sally Lou
Anne McCruden Napier
August 10, 2004
I am writing this today in memory of my brother John. Who was always there to help anyone in their time of need. He dearly loved his boys, Michael, Chad and Gregory. I am very sorry boys for your lose. Please remember your father loved you all very much and know he is at peace now. John, Annie Oakley say's goodbye till we meet again. You are my loving brother and I will miss you so.
All My Love,
Anne McCruden Napier
Doug Barton
August 8, 2004
John was the best friend a guy could ever have. We have been best of friends since we served together in the 19th Special Forces. John and I spent many good times together, I loved him like a brother. He will be greatly missed, and always loved. Until we meet again. Chad, Michael and Gregory - He was the best, remember always how your Dad lived his life, not how he lost it.
A friend forever - Doug Barton
Cheryl Barton
August 7, 2004
John was my husband's best friend, we spent alot of time together over the past 25 years. John was one of a kind, the service today is to be commendent. I'm sure John was smiling the whole way through. I will miss him dearly. I will love him always.
Cheryl Barton
Mark Miller
August 6, 2004
In honor of a departed brother of Sigma Phi Epsilon. Like all spirited brothers of the Golden Heart, he answered the challenge of the Fraternity with virtue and diligence by filling his appropriate place in his family, in his community, and in our Fraternity.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Chad and the rest of the McCruden Clan.
The Brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity - MD Epsilon
August 5, 2004
May it comfort you to know that kind thoughts and sincere sympathy are with you in your loss.
Our prayer is that God's grace will sustain each of you through this difficult time.
The Chaplains of the Baltimore City Fire Department
Roger Melchior
August 5, 2004
I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of John. I knew he was very ill and am certain he is playing the pipes in Heaven. When I was with the Baltimore City Fire Department Color Guard, John was a great help in every facet of our operations. He never turned down a request for assistance, he was one fine gentleman. I will miss him greatly and wish the best to his family in their time of need.
Sally McCruden-Kirchoff
August 5, 2004
I would just like to say that my heart really breaks for Michael, Chad, Greg and Liz. Johnny was my "Big" brother and I loved him very much. I am happy for him now that he is in God's loving arms and that he will not be alone. He struggled and fought to stay on this earth, to be with his loved ones. My brother "is" loved by many and gave to the very end. God Bless you Johnny and God bless his family!
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN...Sally Lou
Nancy Yeager
August 4, 2004
My prays are with all of you.
Love, Nancy
Sam Hannigan
August 4, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go with the McCruden family. I've worked with John on many occasions at various police and fire department funerals and ceremonies. I will always remember his piping and cheerful personnality. God Bless.
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