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for John Woods
Jess Dudek
May 13, 2008
We miss you Big John. xoxo
Russ
May 2, 2008
we LOVE you POPS
JUDY KELLY
April 22, 2008
I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, I WAS OUT OF TOWN AND CAME HOME TODAY TO FIND THIS VERY SAD NEWS. ALTHOUGH I DON'T SEE YOU ALL OFTEN, YOU ARE ALL THOUGHT OF WITH FUN AND FOND MEMORIES. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS SAD, SAD TIME. YOU KNOW HE'S UP THERE SMILING DOWN ON YOU. GOD BLESS
David Pandolfi
April 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tommy Catoe Sandhill Volunteer Fire Department
April 21, 2008
We were truly heart broken to hear of our dear friend "JP's" death. We have worked together in several occasions in the fire department. He was truely dedicated to his service. It was truely an honor to know and to work with him. He will be greatly missed by all. Our prayers are with the family.
Ron Mucha
April 19, 2008
EULOGY TO MY FRIEND, JOHN: Today is a day of sorrow and joy as we remember John. There is sadness in John's departing and joy that he is now with God. John was a wonderful father, grandfather, brother and my friend of 50 years.He served his country in the U S Air Force. He was always happy repairing things that needed fixing. He was a kind person who helped anyone who needed help. His hands were very strong and reached out to help anyone who needed help.His hands were very strong and they served many. His hands fixed anything that was fixable. If he thought something could be fixed, he took it and worked on it; even those things others were prepared to throw in the garbage. Mechanics and collecting stuff was definitely his thing. When I helped him move to South Carolina and we needed a screwdriver, we could not get to the 15 tool boxes he had packed in the front of the truck because of all the other stuff. We had to go to Walmart and buy a screwdriver even though there may have been 40 on the truck. His hands caressed his children and grandchildren and dried their tears and comforted them through life. His family was very important to him. His hands served many at the Fire Department, The VFW and Sals. His strong hands cooked for the elderly that needed his help when in lived in South Carolina. He befriended his elderly neighbors who needed assistance in everyday life. He would prepare meals for them and deliver them to their house. Those strong hands reached out to his family and friends. As we feel the emptiness of losing John, know that it is because he has taken the love of his family and friends with him. Today, John, we will remember the goodness and kindness that came through those hands. We know today those hands have reached out to touch many faces in Heaven. We will miss you John. Pray for us as we will pray for you until we meet again.
Joe & Joan Gabrielli
April 19, 2008
Things Remembered ... Smiles, twizzlers, "Red Face", hugs,
"sunshine", great gravy, many laughs but most of all the fond memories of a friend. God's peace...........
Joe SR Gabrielli
April 19, 2008
John, You were a ray of sunshine each time our paths crossed. You and your loved ones are in our prayers during this difficult time. We know you weren't ready to leave, but you can be so proud that you left your mark across Western New York and the Carolinas. From one former fellow firefighter to another, save me a piece of licorice, because I know our paths will cross again.
Joe Gabrielli, wife Joan, Matt, and Family.
Ashley
April 18, 2008
Grandpa.. i only knew you for a short time but wat time i did spend with you was amazing.. i will miss you so much and you always will be in my heart.. I love you..
Tom Terry
April 18, 2008
There are far too few good men left in the world and John was one of the best. We will all miss him dearly.
James Yandle
April 18, 2008
J.P., We are going to miss you so very much. You brought a ray of sunshine with you where ever you went. You told some really crazy jokes. You were never afraid to speak up and say what was on you mind. You called a spade a spade. You were kind and caring. You sure were a Pack Rat also. I remember so many little, neat things about you. Things that made you so special, so-- one of a kind. You had a smile and a good word for everyone you came in contact with. We really enjoyed the meals you prepared for High Point Fire Dept. in Pageland, SC. You were a Yankee as I am and Steve still declares that we eat "STRANGE" foods. Be at Peace Good Buddy. Till we meet again. Your Fellow Firefighters---Steve Yandle & Mary Killough
Mrs. Izzo and Mrs. Diaz
April 18, 2008
Our sincerest condolences Erin and family on the passing of your grandpa. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time. The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Cathie & Jim Kasperek
April 18, 2008
We are very sorry to hear about John's accident. Our paths took us in different directions, and we haven't seen him in a number of years; but we have many fond memories of the great times we had on Tyler Street -- the pool parties, campfires in the yard, watching Brian, Russell, and Robin grow up... You were such good neighbors. I also think w-a-y back to the years when Johnny, our bus driver, delivered us safely to DHS every morning. (Then he did the same for our kids too.)
We are in Florida right now and won't be able to pay our respects in person, but we want to send our deepest sympathies to the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We hope your memories will help you get through this difficult time.
john kasperek
April 18, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.To all of you my heart goes out to you.I can look back at all the good times we had with you when you lived across the street from our family.Sorry we cant be there,we are in florida at this time.
Jessica (Jess) Dudek
April 17, 2008
Big John, I had only known you for a short while but the time spent was always loud with laughter. From the very beginning of Johnny and I, you had accepted me and made your home and heart warm and welcoming to me. I will miss the card games, the oh-so-talented dinners prepared, all the jokes and ALL THE TIME SPENT... most of all your hugs and waking up to say to you "Goodmorning Sunshine!" I love you "Poppa Woods"
Joyce Marzullo
April 17, 2008
Robin, Tom & Boys, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, Robin. I unfortunately never got to meet him, but I'm sure he was very, very proud of you! Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers and I am a phone call away if there is anything you need. In friendship and sympathy;
Joyce and Dave Marzullo
Patrick Kitson
April 17, 2008
Grandpa, I am one of your grandson's who loved you very very much, and honestly I can not belive that something like this would happen to you of all people. I am gonna miss you so much and all the good times we had when ever I was at your house, It will be hard but we will get through it and we will be talking to you and I know that you will listen and be watching over all of us. I love you and will miss you forever!
Patrick Kitson
April 17, 2008
Grandpa, I am one of your grandson's who loved you very very much, and honestly I can not belive that something like this would happen to you of all people. I am gonna miss you so much and all the good times we had when ever I was at your house, It will be hard but we will get through it and we will be talking to you and I know that you will listen and be watching over all of us. I love you and will miss you forever!
Bruce Paul
April 17, 2008
i knew this man and he was a good man. sorry to see a good man go. he has gone from watching life unfold to overseeing life from above. he will always be there for you. remember him well. he was a great man. you have our sympathy, as well as our love. god bless him.
Jerry & Shirley Fusani
April 17, 2008
Our condolences and sympathy to the family of John.
Erin Woods
April 17, 2008
Grandpa,
Im the only granddaughter that you have, you mean everything to me.
These past 2 years we spent together while you moved back to NY, were the best. I never would have given up anything to spend time with you. I Love You and I Miss You Grandpa. you will always be with me when i need you.
Tom Loveric
April 17, 2008
I didn't know this man, but from what I was told he was a very nice man..Reading this article makes me think of how many wonderful people we have in this world and how hard it hurts when we loose them. My prayers are with everyone in the Woods family.
Lisa Deptula
April 17, 2008
I might have only known him for a short time but i loved him as if he was my real grandpa...he was always a wonderful chipper man and will always be in my heart....
Billy Carnes
April 17, 2008
John was always in a cheerfull mood. We could count on him to cheer up the day when he was around. He worked tirelessly with us at High Point Fire District here in Pageland, SC and he was missed when he returned home and is certainly missed by all who knew him. My prayers of comfort for his family and friends and a "We will see you later JP" to John.
Frank and Kelly Capan
April 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers remain with JP's family during this difficult time.
PAMALA szymanski
April 17, 2008
JOHNNY WAS A REALLY GOOD GUY WE ALL STILL THINK ABOUT YOU AT THE DEPEW BUS GARAGE.LOVE FROM ALL YOUR "OLD" BUDDIES IN DEPEW N.Y.
Donald Dillenburg
April 17, 2008
John was a great man that always lent a hand when needed. My children loved when he was around because of the twislers he always had for them. I did not know John for very long but for the short time I did he was the neighbor that you loved next door. He will always be in our hearts and memories. The Dillenburg's
Town of Jefferson
April 17, 2008
We are truely sadden to learn the death of J.P. He was a true and loyal employee of the Town of Jefferson, and a great friend. He touched the lives of all the residence in our small town of Jefferson. He made friends anywhere he went. We will truely miss our dear friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
The Town of Jefferson
Jack Edwards
April 17, 2008
I'll always remember the good times we had when we where in the fire department. I thought we could get togeter agian, as we where close neighbors agian. Rest in peace
Billie Johnson
April 17, 2008
I was truly shocked and sadden by the news of JP's passing, he was always so cheerful and nice when he came in the Bank of Jefferson, he will surely be missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
Joe Lent
April 17, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Woods Family. John will be sincerely missed. I spent many years with J.P in Hose Co. 1. We all had so much fun and great times with him. J.P knew how to have good time.
Wendell Johnson
April 17, 2008
I am truly sorry to hear of J.P.'s accident. J.P. He was a great man, he was always willing to help others. He was one who made friends where ever he was. Many around here simply knew him as the man with the "Twizzlers", because of the licorice candy he gave every where he went! John was an asset to our community during the time he was here, our community and fire department has a space hasn't been filled since he left SC and went home to NY. We are grateful for the time J.P. spent with us. Our thougths and prayers are with you.
J.P. you will be missed, may you rest in peace.
High Point Fire District
Sonia Terry
April 17, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of John. He meant so much to our family and to our mother, we could never say enough about how wonderful he was to all of us. We loved him dearly and do not know what this world will be like without someone of his character and love for life. The Terrys
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