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for John Hadfield
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Cameron Treu
November 7, 2017
I love this man so much! I owe him everything. My heart aches thinking about him and the fact That i found out 2 years after his passing that he was gone. I absolutely lost it. President and Hermana, I love you both more than either of you will ever ever know. You both changed my life forever. Love Cameron Treu
Weston Griffeth
September 10, 2008
Hadfield Family,
It has taken me some time to gather my thoughts about the passing of a mentor and great friend John C. Hadfield. As a missionary he gave us a vision and that vision extended far beyond just being a missionary. I will never forget the many memories we had together. I will miss our talks and opportunities to go out to lunch every once in a while. What a blessing. We love you and thank you for your dedication to making us better.
carolina macarena cartes ardiles
August 5, 2008
hna hadfield le mando mis mas sinceras condolencias por el fallecimiento de nuestro querido presidente se que nuestro padre celestial salio en su encuentro y ahora esta sirviendo su mas grande mision junto a el que nuestro padre celestial le de la fortalesa que necesita en este momento usted y familia
Jeremy Nielsen
July 18, 2008
Sister Hadfield,
I am so sincerely sorry to hear about your loss. You of all people know how much I loved President Hadfield. When I saw you both off at the airport the day you both left Santiago, I did not know it would be the last time I would see him. I pray that you will be comforted in this time of grief. Thank you for all the love you showed me as the mission "mom" in Santiago. My heart goes out to you. If there is anything that I can do for you, please let me know.
(Elder) Jeremy Nielsen
Freddy Kuhn
July 8, 2008
Sister Hadfield,
I am sorry about the late response, but I was unaware of this blog. President Hadfield passed away the within 24 hours of my Grandmother. Unfortunately the times didn't work out for me to attend both viewings. I love President Hadfield and you. You both helped change my life significantly and I am definitely a better person for it. Thank you so much for the love and influence you have given me. My prayers are with you and I hope that you are comforted by our Heavenly Father.
Travis Evans
June 8, 2008
I happened to come accross this saddening news just now. I am reminded of the goodness and love shown towards me as I came to a foreign land. President was truly a motivating and inspiring man. He left the world a better place and gave his heart to the kingdom.
My sorrows are with his beautiful family.
Lance Bullen
May 23, 2008
I am deeply saddened to hear about the untimely passing of our dear Presidente. There are few people in life that stand above all the rest in terms of example, dedication, and leadership like John. He was one of the most selfless people I have ever known. Even though it has been years since our time together in the mission field, it seems like yesterday we were in Santiago working hard and losing ourselves in the work. Time with President Hadfield was always a fulfilling experience. I will never forget him. He had the type of character that made you want to be a better person. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hadfield family, it is so hard for me to accept the fact that he has passed on I can’t imagine what it must be like for you in this challenging time. I spent some time talking to Lexine today, she is so strong and accepting of this difficult trial the Lord has placed upon her, she is truly an amazing person. I look up to you both so much, you may have been my mission parents for a short period of time, but the impact you have had on my life is monumental. I feel so blessed for the opportunity I had to know President Hadfield, he will never be forgotten. He was one of a kind.
Please accept my belated condolences, with much love.
Blake Mathis
May 19, 2008
Dear Hadfield family, you most likely will not remember me, but I served in Rancho in 1993 as a missionary. My accent was a little different, as I was from Alabama; many called me Elder Bama. I just read about Pres/ Hadfield on the San Bernardino Mission website and I could not believe it. I was hoping it was not the family I remembered so well, but it was. Words can’t express how sad I am for you all. I hope the spirit will be with you and continue to comfort you all. Pres. Hadfield was a great man. He was always so nice and helpful to the missionaries regardless if it was in your hometown or as a mission president. I have heard many great things from others that knew him better than I. Again, please accept you condolences. R. Blake Mathis, Huntsville, Alabama, [email protected]
Julie (Kincher) Doyle
May 10, 2008
Sister Hadfield,
I want to send my love to you and your family. My son is Mark Kincher and he served as a missionary in Santiago. President Hadfield and you had a great influence on Mark. I know that because of you and your husband, Mark is who he is today. I am forever thankful that Mark served a mission and was able to have such a great man be his mission president. I was saddened to hear of President Hadfield's passing, but I konw it is Heavenly Father's plan and we will all be united someday. Bless you and your family ~ and thank you for being an example to so many.
Clarke Miyasaki
May 4, 2008
I just heard the sad news about President Hadfield. I served in the San B mission from 96-98 and got to know the Hadfields well during my time in Rancho Cucamonga. They treated me and Elder Burton like family.
I was serving there when they were called to Chile. We were eating dinner one night and making fun of Sister Hadfield because she couldn't speak Spanish (which we often did). She started crying and left the room and we felt really bad until they let us know a couple of days later that they had just received their mission call that day so she was understandably a little emotional about the comments about her needing to learn Spanish. It was something we could all laugh about later.
President Hadfield was definitely one of the good people of the world - my prayers are w/ Sister Hadfield and her family.
Clarke Miyasaki
Jonathan "JJ" Whitesides
May 1, 2008
Mission President Hadfield,
I had the opportunity to serve as a missionary under President Hadfield for nearly all of my 2 years as a missionary.
Of all the things I can say about President Hadfield, I can say without any reservations that he definitely had a pure heart and truly sought to accomplish the will of God in his service as a mission president.
I learned a lot of lessons from his leadership style which I hope to implement in my own life and service.
Madeleine Snyder
May 1, 2008
I am grateful for President Hadfield's influence in my life. He had such a loving way about him. It was special for me to have known his family as a young adult and then for me to find out he would be my mission president in Chile. I was so excited! I am also reminded of some advice he gave me on leaving the mission field regarding who I would marry. His counsel helped confirm my answer to prayer. I will be forever grateful for President Hadfield. My love goes out to all the family. We love you all.
Jared Jensen
April 29, 2008
From half a world away, I wish the Hadfield Family the very best. President Hadfield taught me much of service and self worth that has remained with me these past ten years as I have grown into new roles as a husband, father, and Soldier. We have truly lost a great man, a kind leader, and an inspirational teacher.
To Sister Hadfield I wish my very best. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's grace and mercy shine hope into your life as you remember the good times, the happy days, and the precious moments that have made John the great man we will never forget.
Josh Perry
April 28, 2008
My heart goes out to the Hadfield family at this time, especially Hermana Hadfield. I was able to attend the funeral proceedings and could not help but be reminded of the great man that President Hadfield was. Thank you President Hadfield for your example. Words cannot express my gratitude for how you have helped me in my life. God bless you and your family for the life that you lived. You have left an indelible mark, directly or indirectly, on countless people. Thank you.
Troy Evans
April 28, 2008
I served as a Missioinary in Rancho Cucamonga while President Hadfield was beginning his call as Stake President. He was such an inspiration of devotion and dedication.
He taught me to wear my Missionary Name Tag on the inside of my suit jacket to continually remind me of my missionary duty as a member of the Church...I still wear the name tag.
Thanks for your service and example and my heart goes out to all of the Hadfield family.
Kyle Pettingill
April 25, 2008
To the entire Hadfield family,
Thank you for sharing your husband and father with us in Chile for 3 years. President Hadfield was and still is a great inspiration to me and has taught me things that has and will improve my life forever. Thank you Hermana for your great service and love for all of us. We love you dearly.
Steven Wright
April 24, 2008
Dear Lexine and family,
I was John's first missionary companion in San Diego, California, when he spent several months there awaiting his Mexican visa. He was a wonderful new missionary, and I knew from the first moment I met him and saw his great spirit and enthusiasm, that he would be a tremendous missionary, and he was! I served as a mission president in La Paz, Bolivia, and was so proud and pleased when you were called to Chile to the same service. I am so saddened at his passing at such a young age, but consoled by his service, faith, and good life. May you be blessed and comforted at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Allyson Smith Maughan
April 24, 2008
Hadfield Family:
My prayers are will you at this time. Thank you for being a part of my life if Chile. Pres. Hadfield gave me a blessing...he said it would be the same blessing my father would have given me if he were there. This was at the lowest point of my mission. He promised me if I would continue to be faithful I would finish my mission and I did.
My one wish is that he was able to read the letter I sent him at the reunion so he knows what he did for me...I don't want him to have thought all of his work was unnoticed or that our lives were untouched.
I pray you will know of my gratitude always.
Dave Warner
April 24, 2008
I will always remember the impact that Presidente Hadfield had in my life. He inspired a confidence in me that I hadn't known before the mission. He made me want to be a better missionary, work harder, and strive to improve my life every day. His influence will be felt in my life for a long time to come.
Chelsea (Russell) Booth
April 24, 2008
My heart goes out to the Hadfield family. I served but a short time under Pres. Hadfield, but he left me with something I will never forget. Nearing the end of my mission, I mentioned how tired I was. Not thinking much of the comment I made, he put me quietly in my place. "Do you think Pres. Hinckley ever gets tired?" I was humbled and never again did I "tire" in serving the Lord. I know that Pres. Hadfield spoke from personal experience that our life is to be worn out in His service. His influence will be passed down for generations to come. He will be missed. May the Lords blessings continue to smile upon those whom he left behind. God be with us til we meet again.
Joshua McDaniel & Family
April 24, 2008
What an excellent example of love and compassion. My heart goes out to Lexine and the entire Hadfield family. Hermana, I hope you realize the impact and positive influence you were in all of our lives. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maria G. Canul
April 24, 2008
Hadfield Family,
I worked in the Honeyville, Rancho and had the oportunity to meet John when he arrived from Peru. And you could tell how he was a very kind and loving person. You could tell how much all the people cared for him and his family.
My condolesence for his family.
Lo sentimos mucho de corazon y nuestras oraciones estaran con el.
Alejandra González
April 23, 2008
Querida Familia Hadfield
Siento mucho la partida prematura de Pte. Hadfield, fue un gran lider y sus recuerdos quedaran en mi corazon en el mejor tiempo de mi vida. Muchas bendiciones para toda la familia Hadfield, se les recuerda siempre con amor.
Kenneth Parnell
April 23, 2008
President Hadfield had a profound influence for good in my life. I was deeply saddened to learn of his passing. I learned a great deal of what it means to be a father, a husband, and a servant of the Lord from his example. My prayers are with Sister Hadfield and his family.
Kathy Pavia
April 23, 2008
Although it has been many years since we were in the Placentia II Ward together, Louie and I have very fond memories of John and Lexine. We were young and we were both just starting our families. We were so sad to hear of John's passing.He left behind a wonderful legacy. What a great Christ-like example he was to us and all who knew him. Our prayers are with all the family.
Daniel Melville
April 23, 2008
I also wanted to add my thanks for everything Pres. Hadfield Taught me in my mission. It has helped me become a better husband, father, member of the church, and man in general. His sterling example and seemingly infinite wisdom helped me through difficult times, to know where I should turn and what type of person I should bestriving to become.
My sincerest regrets go out to Sister Hadfield as I know she must be hurting with this departure and temporary seperation with president. Their love was evident in everything they did and I with others, I'm sure, express our deep love for her in this time of need and want to let her know if she needs anything she has hundreds of sons and daughters she can ask at anytime to help, me included.
John Heap
April 23, 2008
I recieved a phone call last night and found out that Pres. Hadfield had passed away. I just wanted to express my love for him and Sister Hadfield and the tremendous impact that both have had on my life. As a missionary, I had the opportunity to serve under his direction and was so impressed by his humility and love for the missionaries. I will always be grateful for my time with him in the mission, and know that we will all see each other again someday. What a great man and a great example. He will be missed.
David Richey
April 23, 2008
In addition to his legendary service as a mission president, 30+ years previous he was the best missionary companioin any young missionary could ask for.
Meijken (Loveless) Boone
April 23, 2008
I remember President Hadfield as an inspired man and leader. I am so grateful for the inspiration he received and the direction he gave, for when followed, our work as missionaries was touched by the Lord and miracles happened. I recall the beautiful pamphlet he had made just for our mission, directed toward fathers, with the Family Proclamation inside. He told us to use that pamphlet to find fathers and their families. One day in La Granja Hna. Traasdahl and I met two men in the street getting out of a colectivo on their way home from work, and spoke with them, showing them the pamphlet. One of the men told us to come to his home tomorrow at one o'clock. We showed up the next day and I fully expected they would not be home. (What faith, eh?) To my surprise, they were not only home but the whole family was sitting around their kitchen table, Bible in the center, waiting for us. The entire family was baptized. When I think of how this blessed my life then and now, I am even more touched thinking of how President Hadfield's inspiration brought that family the gospel of Jesus Christ. Multiply that by hundreds of similar scenes across the west mission. Thank you, Presidente, for leading, guiding, and mentoring us so that we could be instruments in the Lord's hands to bless so many of his children. Hna, your husband has touched many more lives than even the many you see at the funeral and memorial service and viewing. Thousands in Chile (and Mexico), most of whom never met him but are blessed today by his faithful inspired service.
Jeneane (Jorgensen) Waite
April 23, 2008
My heart goes out to Sister Hadfield and her family during this time. I am so grateful that I was able to serve my mission under the loving guidence of President Hadfield. I had been in the mission for just a few months when he became President. In my first interview with him, he asked how I was doing and I proceeded to talk about my area and our progress there. When I finished he said "That's great Hermana Jorgensen, but I want to know how you are." President Hadfield loved his missionaries as much as he loved the work we were doing. He had a great impact on my mission and left an impression that will remain with me always. I am eternally grateful for the testimony, example and kindness that he and his dear wife shared with us.
Cathie Barton
April 22, 2008
Hadfield Family
President Hadfield was a loving and fair mission president. He taught us lessons that would guide our lives and futures. He loved all those around him. I feel I have a better life because of his sacrifice to serve. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shem Wanlass
April 22, 2008
I am so blessed to have served a portion of my mission under the inspired direction of President John Hadfield. His countenance beamed with joy and peace to be in the service of the Lord. I look forward to a day when I can again serve the Lord at the side of John Hadfield. Your family is in my constant prayers.
Heather (Robbins) Clark
April 22, 2008
Hermana,
Thank you for sharing your husband, family and love with us. Remember on those lonely days that families are forever.
Paige Levanger Moore
April 22, 2008
I learned so much about the leadership of Christ by watching how President Hadfield interacted with his missionaries. I am honored to be one of those missionaries and will always hold his testimony in my heart.
Laura (Jones) South
April 22, 2008
I am so grateful for the love that President Hadfield shared with everyone around him. President and Hermana Hadfield helped me become the woman I am today because of their love and leadership. I love you and pray for you.
Matt Waite
April 22, 2008
I just wanted to say how much I loved President Hadfield. He truly was a man of God who loved everyone unconditionally. I looked up to him like a father and was grateful he could be there for me when my father was gone. I will forever have the sweet memories of Chile and President and Hermana Hadfield. They single handedly helped me get through the most difficult time in my life. I love you Hermana and my prayers are with you.
Kyle Campbell
April 22, 2008
President Hadfield is a great man who I love and respect very much. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to serve under him and will always love and remember him.
Mandy (Stoddard) Halverson
April 22, 2008
When I think of President Hadfield’s greatness I remember an experience from my mission that I would like his posterity to know. I guess I thought that I was going to be the next “Dan Jones” missionary for the Church. It was a major disappointment for me to not measure up to the greatness I had imagined. I tried my best and I was usually able to smile and find much joy in missionary work. But, one day the nagging feelings of failure were loud shouts in my ears and I could hear and feel nothing else. My companion at the time found me crying and in surprise asked me what was wrong. I blurted out all of the ugly feelings about myself that I had kept bottled up inside. She insisted that I call President Hadfield. I hesitated to do so because I never wanted to be a “problem sister”, but I felt desperate and unable to function. And so I called him. I expected him to tell me that the secret to missionary work was work or that I needed to forget myself and go to work. Instead I heard his voice say, “What’s on your mind Sister Stoddard?” Through my tears I told him that I felt like a failure. “Oh, Sister Stoddard,” he compassionately moaned, “I felt the very same way yesterday. The only thing that eventually made me feel better was to lock myself in my room and read The Book of Mormon until I felt better.” I heard the sincerity in his voice. I almost laughed. I knew he was telling me the truth. He was about 3 months new to the mission and I imagine he was going through many adjustments. His sincere compassion and humility totally shocked me. Because I am a typical female, just having him listen to me, making me feel loved, & understood solved 90% of my problem. And so what did I do? I forgot myself and went to work. I was in my sector working two minutes later. But his love helped me to do that. That love and humility he showed to me many times was what I consider to be power in the Priesthood.
President Hadfield, Ray Gutierrez,Elder Raymond Gutierrez,Nancy Gutierrez
Ray , Nancy Gutierrez
April 22, 2008
President Hadfield,
Was a very special man to our Ward as well as our Stake.The loss we feel in Rancho Cucamonga is tremendous. He was loved by all who knew him.The continued effort love,guidance ,service he always provided,went above and beyond what was asked.We are better people for knowing him,and want his family to know how much he was loved by all of us. We were blessed to have such a devoted follower of Christ in our midst guiding the members of our Stake to be a better people.Thank you President Hadfield!
Jerad Hintz
April 21, 2008
We will miss you President Hadfield. You were a great man, that was loved by many, truely amazing!
Matt Nygren
April 21, 2008
Hadfield Family- I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I think about each of you all the time and hope you can find comfort though this difficult experience. I love you all so much and will never forget the impact you had on my life during my mission and after I returned home.
President Hadfield will always be an example of strength, conviction, integrity, and love. His love for the gospel and his family give me a goal of what I hope to have some day in my own life. He taught me to pray with conviction, love with all my heart, trust in the Lord, and live life to the fullest. I will never forget those lessons and I hope to pass them on in my life through my example.
Hermana and family- I have so many cherished memories with you from the mission field and after. I read my journal almost all night this past week and would give anything to be back in those moments with many of you. I will never forget our outings on p-day, non-stop laughter, all nighters before mission conference, the best brownies in Chile, etc. Your friendship means so much to me and I can't thank you enough for always treating me like family.
I miss you all so much. I would do anything for you and hope you will know I will never forget your influence and love in my life. Your strength through this time is an example to me. You will always be a second family in my life and I will never forget any of you.
Love,
Elder Matt Nygren
Monica Makai Fangupo (Hna. Makai)
April 21, 2008
Wow, what can I say about this wonderful man. I was so sad to hear of his passing. He was an incredible man, my mission dad! I feel very blessed that he was a part of my life, and a very big part of my testimony. What an honor it was to serve along with him and his wife as missionaries of the Chile Santiago West mission. I will miss him so much. Lexine, I love you! Stay strong and remember that las familias son eternas! Although he is no longer here physically, his legacy will live on forever through the testimonies of those he touched. With love always,
Michael Gray
April 21, 2008
I had the privilege and honor to serve as a missionary under President Hadfield for a year. There is not space or time to write all the feelings in my heart. Simply but he was a towering example of Christ-like service and love. I learned so much from him and still draw strength from the many things he taught me by way of advice, counsel, admonition, & example. My heart goes out to Hermana Hadfield and their children and families. I especially hope that his grandchildren and future posterity will never have any doubt that their grandfather was a wonderful man, loved and respected by all that knew him. He has left an indelible impact for good on my life and the lives of thousands, if not tens of thousands, of others. May I live worthy to enter into the rest of our Father and give him "an abrazo" once again.
Brandon Wilson
April 21, 2008
President Hadfield was one of the greatest men that I ever knew. He lived the gospel by example and personified righteous leadership. I will always regard him as another father, and more importantly, as the greatest example of missionary work I have ever seen. He has been recruited to continue on, and for that, I am grateful.
Kenny and Gina Kershaw
April 21, 2008
Lexine and Family,
We truly enjoyed your friendship in the Victoria Ward and are deeply saddened by your unexpected loss. The funeral today was beautiful and the spirit was so strong - it was a very sacred experience for both of us. That is how we know of the truths that were spoken - and that the plan of salvation is truly real. It is so comforting to know of these things. We want you to know that we love you and that our prayers are with you.
Ryan Romney
April 21, 2008
President Hadfield was the best example of "losing one's self in the service of the Lord" I have ever know. I was very sad to hear of his untimely passing last week. I know I will never forget his devotion to his family, his church, and to his missionaries. Serving under President Hadfield taught me to truly love the one's I serve and to always stand as a whiteness of Christ. My thoughts and prayers are with his wonderful family at this sad time. I will miss his advice and leadership until we meet again. With all my love, Ryan Romney
Nate Baxter
April 21, 2008
I was only with Pres Hadfield for 3 months, and he left a huge impact on my life. I love him. My heart goes out to his awesome family. Hermana Hadfield and his family are in my prayers. He leaves a great legacy of honor and listening to the spirit. He will be missed dearly.
Stephen Mehr
April 21, 2008
I just wanted to quickly thank the Hadfield family for letting all of us learn from this great man and his wife. He will be sorely missed. All our love, take care.
Aaron Rogers
April 21, 2008
President and Hermana Hadfield made the West mission the great mission it was. Even with all the missionaries they had, you always knew that you were important to them both. I don't think we could have had a better couple to serve with us.
K. Gotredson
April 21, 2008
I will forever remember President Hadfield's compassion for others and his love of the Gospel. I will also remember his sense of humor and his positive attitude. I am a better person for having known President Hadfield and look forward to the time when we can meet again.
Paige Terrell Lybbert
April 21, 2008
President Hadfield was the best mission president any missionary could ever have. His was so kind and always saw the best in each missionary. His talks were encouraging and inspiring. His face always shown with light, the light of Christ. When things were difficult he always made me feel so much better when I talked with him. He truly was a great man who touched many lives. He will not be forgotten.
Scott Hancock
April 21, 2008
I was saddened to hear that President Hadfield passed away last week. He was an inspirational mission president. You could always tell that he genuinely cared for each missionary, member of the church, and individual he associated with through his church service. My thoughts and prays are with his family at this time.
Josephine Van De Graaff Lewis
April 21, 2008
His smile as he welcomed our pounding hearts into the mission. His smile as we sang "Called to Serve" Oeste style. His smile as he told us to be our best. His smile as he would look at his love, Hermana Hadfield. His smile as he bore witness of Jesus Christ. With a smile he showed us the way, and his smile still does.
Cristhian Tomaduz
April 21, 2008
Dear Hadfield's
I have no words to describe how sad I feel and it's hard to write my feelings now. But there's something that I agree with all the people that wrote here. And that is that we will never forget his advice. I still remember my last interview with him before going home. I asked him some advice to chose at the time to get married, and I received the most wise counsel that I ever heard. And because of that, today after 8 years I'm so happy becuase that counsel. I will keep for ever in my mind all his wisdom and love.
Eric Aston
April 21, 2008
I am so thankful to have served my entire mission under Pres. Hadfield. His example and counsel have been a major guidance in my life since serving my mission. What a great man!!!!! I am deeply saddened by the fact that current circumstances have not allowed me to attend the recent reunion and the funeral to offer my respects to this incredible person and influence in my life. The entire Hadfield family has been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I have been deeply blessed by my association with such wonderful people.
Brian Roach
April 21, 2008
Sometimes I think that our purpose in life is related to the number of actions performed or duties fulfilled. This line of thought leads me to forget that the relationships that I forge are what shape me into a new being.
Even though the time spent building good relationships is shorter than I would like in most cases, and especially so with a man like John Hadfield, I can say that I am a better man for it. This is true not just for knowing him, but because we shared a journey together. He shared his strength, which helped me to see the measure of my own.
I would like to find a way to thank the people who made it possible for him to share his strength. That sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Jason Randall
April 21, 2008
Pres. Hadfield played a key roll roll for me at a key moment in my life. He helped me break out of my shell and encouraged me to be more than I had previously ever been.
The Heavens are improved by his presence there.
Travis Laird
April 21, 2008
The passing of President Hadfield has caused me to reflect a lot this last week on the effect that he and Sister Hadfield have had on me and countless others. I am very grateful for the opportunity I had to serve part of my mission under their direction. Their pure love, faith, and dedication to the Lord were an example to us all. President Hadfield required the best out of his missionaries and taught us how to serve effectively, solve problems, and rely on the Lord. He urged us to always strive for perfection (“el trabajo de 500 pesos”) and to not settle for mediocrity. I will be forever grateful to him and Sister Hadfield and know that he is now in a better place.
Dustin Dance & Family
April 21, 2008
We would like to express our love for the Hadfield family and at this time let them know our prayers are with them during this time of the passing of our dear President Hadfield. President Hadfield left a huge impact on me and really helped me to focus on the importance of a mission and the blessings that would come out of serving the Lord. My greatest memory of President Hadfield was when he shined my shoes during interviews! What a great man! We love you Hadfield family.
Kylan, Danette & Keion Peterson
April 21, 2008
I will forever be grateful to have known this kind, caring and faith-filled man that I had as my mission president. My heart goes out to Sister Hadfield and her children. Exactly 5 years ago, I experienced the same unexpected loss in my family. How grateful I am for the Gospel and for people like President and Sister Hadfield who have strengthened my testimony. You will continue to be in our prayers.
Spencer Thomason
April 21, 2008
I always loved President and Hermana on the mission and have thought fondly of them since I returned. Unfortunately, it wasn't until after I learned of President's passing that I realized how much they mean to me. There are few people in life that really make a difference in a person- who change you for the better and bring you closer to God. May our Heavenly Father bless you President and Hermana for the influence you have had in my life.
Rachelle Portmann (H. Ellis)
April 21, 2008
Dear Hadfield Family,
Although I only served 7 months of my mission under President Hadfield his example of service and love helped to mold me as a missionary and as the mother and wife that I am today. He and Sister Hadfield were great examples of how the Savior wants us to be. I love you all very much and will miss President dearly but I also know that the Lord needs him on the other side to keep up this great missionary work that President Hadfield was so good at. You all are in our thoughs and prayers.
Love, Rachelle, Aaron, Madison and soon to be Ryder Portmann
Eric Stevenson
April 21, 2008
President Hadfield had a vision that extended our ability as missionaries to do the work more effectively.
I don't know many people who would be inspired enough to design a completely new approach which used media in a way that he did. I had just arrived on the mission when the plaza presentations were implemented and I was floored at how innovative they were. Then throughout the mission President Hadfield continued to implement new and innovative ways to make sharing the gospel real through the various video presentations.
In my opinion his innovative vision is unmatched.
Luke Balling
April 21, 2008
It's hard to believe that Pres. Hadfield has passed on. He will be deeply missed. I will never forget the love that he showed to me and all the great things that he taught me. His life has definetly made this world a better place.
Humberto y Monica Martìnez
April 20, 2008
Querida familia Hadfield: Ha sido muy triste para nosotros enterarnos de la muerte del Pdte. Hadfield, a quien conocimos en Santiago de Chile, sirviendo al Señor. Deseamos expresar todo nuestro pesar ante su partida. El amor y gratitud, hacia el vivirà siempre en nuestro corazòn, rogamos bendiciones para su familia, paz y consuelo en el amor infinito de nuestro Salvador.
Ivan Zuñiga
April 20, 2008
I had the blessing to serve my first 8 months of the mission under President Hadfield. I will never forget all the love that he gave to us missionaries. His influence made my life better. My heart and prayers goes to you hermana and the family.
Angela (Adamson) Simmons
April 20, 2008
Dear Hadfield Family,
What a great blessing it was for me to know President Hadfield. He was a wonderful example of faith, strength and love. I learned many great lessons from him that strengthened my character and influenced the decisions I have made since returning from my mission in Santiago. He will always be remembered, and his influence will continue to live within the hearts of the Oeste Missionaries.
Taylene Burnham (halverson)
April 20, 2008
I don't know how to put in to words how wonderful President Hadfield was. He was so humble, so kind, so thoughtful and empathetic. He loved the Lord and was completely devoted to the work. He had a way of making you feel loved and important-even though he was in charge of hundreds of other missionaries. He helped me through one of the hardest times in my life and if it weren't for him I'm not sure where I would be today. I am grateful for his influence in my life.
Jennifer Aikens Price
April 20, 2008
Sister Hadfield,
I hope you know how many "sons and daughters" you have all over the world thinking of you and wishing we could hug you. I couldn't have asked for better mission parents and I treasure everything I learned from you both. Thank you for your strength and testimony. Our dear President will be greatly missed. What a legacy he has left for us all!
Gonzalo Juárez
April 20, 2008
Dear Hadfield's:
My most heartfelt condolences on the loss of our dear president Hadfield.
Undoubtedly us to come to each of us who have been affected with great sorrow for their loss.
It has been, and always will be a great example in our lives,
Love, elder Juárez.
Adam Wilson
April 20, 2008
I was recenlty reflecting on the times I remember President Hadfield showing interest or concern in me individually. He told me one Sunday (when I was the mission secretary) that he had a stop to make in Isla del Maipo in the Talagante zone, where there weren't missionaries at the time. While I drove him out there he told me about a small town in his mission where he had a lot of good memories, and how Isla del Maipo reminded him of that place. When we got to Isla, we attended a sacrament meeting. The bishop saw President Hadfield enter and invited him to address the ward. Of course he took the opportunity to encourage missionary work, then he asked me to stand up so he could introduce me. I stood up and he told everybody, "This is Elder Wilson. In a couple of weeks he will be assigned to serve in your ward." As I sat down, a little shocked, and I realized that the entire trip to Isla had been for my benefit. President Hadfield had also done some leg work in advance, because he introduced me to an older gentleman who had asked to be taught and baptized. He laughed at my ignorance on the way back to Santiago; he obviously thought he was terribly clever tricking me like that. President Hadfield had the unique ability to focus on the work while showing concern for us individually. My family and I are extremely grateful for the continued concern they have shown for us after the mission. We express our sadness and love to Sister Hadfield and her kids at this difficult time, and also our faith that she will be strengthened to continue living a happy and productive life during this time of temporary separation.
Forever indebted,
Adam, Summer, and Noah Wilson
Sean Barney
April 20, 2008
President Hadfield influenced every single person he came in contact with and will be missed dearly. He meant so much to me and the other missionaries and molded us to become better husbands and wives, mothers and fathers, and leaders of this church. President changed my life and I'm forever grateful for him and his example that he showed towards serving the lord.
Wendy Collmar
April 20, 2008
Dear Hadfield Family,
I went to Box Elder High school with Ben and I remember John also. My sister in law, Carol Ann Larsen Lorscheider is a cousin. We're all connected in some way in this life and I'm saddened to learn of John's death. I can tell from reading about him that he lived a "Christ centered" life. With Sympathy, Wendy Lorscheider Collmar
Jeff Decker
April 20, 2008
John was my mission President, friend, and also a co-worker. Having had the opportunity to see him day in and day out, we spent several occasions reminicing about our time in Chile together and the events he was doing in his Stake. More importantly we shared our lives together. I will forever remember his advice and his missionary zeal. I'm still trying to keep the formula 'Read, Pray, Serve, and Obey.'
Trent Toone
April 20, 2008
Dear Hadfield family,
Although I only served with President Hadfield for six months, my life would not be the same without his and your influence. I am grateful for the lessons I learned from him. He was a great man. The thoughts and prayers of my family are with you.
Brandon Erickson
April 20, 2008
President Hadflields passing came as a shock to me! I'm so grateful for the opportunity that I had to serve under such a great man and great example! I truly feel that I would no be where I am without his selfless teaching. He once told me that if you can be a successful missionary in the West mission, you can do anything you want. That comment has given me the courage to many times exceed even my own expectations. Thank you President and Sister Hadfield for all you have done for me, you will never be forgotten and you will always be loved!
Brent Peterson
April 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to a man that we all loved very much. John's example and enthusiasm for the gospel will forever affect our lives.
Ben Hansen
April 20, 2008
My parents were especially impressed with President and Sister Hadfield when they came to pick me up at the end of my mission. I personally will always remember both of your advice about when to get married and how to have good relationships. Thank you to President for all he taught me!
J. Melody (Peay) Murdock
April 20, 2008
Dear Hadfields,
Our prayers are with you also. It was wonderful seeing President and Sister Hadfield at the recent mission reunion. Your impact will live on for generations in the homes of the west missionaries and their posterity. Thank you and God bless.
Lowell & Adele Goodsell Family
April 20, 2008
Dear Lexine and family,
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you. You and John and your family were wonderful friends during our years in Rancho Cucamonga. May you be blessed with peace and comfort at this time of loss.
Adam Jensen
April 20, 2008
This came as such a shock. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of my mission and the experiences I had there. President Hadfield had such a strong influence in my life. I know without a doubt that I was supposed to go to Chile and he was supposed to be my mission president. I will never forget all I learned. My families prayers are with you and your family Sister Hadfield. If there is anything we can do please let us know.
Alisa Barton Ellingson
April 20, 2008
Hermana Hadfield and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. President Hadfield taught me so many things that changed my life and made me a better person. I will never forget him. Thank you for the sacrifices that you all made to allow him to serve as mission president. My prayers are with you!
Heather and Todd Gardner (H. Zahn)
April 20, 2008
Our prayers and thoughts are with you Sister Hadfield and all of your family. My family has been deeply touched by President's passing, even though they never met him. Todd commented after reading the obituary that President Hadfield must have been needed on the other side of the veil. He was an amazing person. I will always remember the teachings, advice and love you both gave to me as a missionary in Chile. You have given your lives fully to the Lord and have taught others to do the same. We will all have one great Mision Oeste reunion some day!
Melissa (Quinn) Snyder
April 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Lexine and family. May the Lord bless you during this difficult time. President Hadfield was a great man. He was a valiant man and always stood for what was right. I was privelaged to have served under him in the Chile Santiago West mission. He helped me in so many ways. I will never forget him. We love you!
Katie and Brian Larson
April 20, 2008
Hermana Hadfield and Family,
President Hadfield was a great man. I am glad that I had the opportunity to go on a mission and serve under his inspiration. It was great to see both President and Hermana at the most recent Missionary Reunion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We love you Hadfields!!
Danny Gardner
April 20, 2008
I was so surprised and saddened to hear of the passing of President Hadfield. I will never forget the love that I felt, and the instruction that I received from him as a new missionary. His legacy will remain in my life forever. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Hadfield family.
Summer Mull
April 20, 2008
I am so incredibly sad to hear of the passing of President Hadfield. He and Hermana Hadfield will forever hold an important place in my heart. He is an incredible man that taught me so many things through his words and example. I am eternally grateful to him and Hermana. Heaven is now a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Hermana, and your family.
Shauna Davis Zitting
April 20, 2008
Dear Hadfield family,
I was blessed to serve as a missionary under President and Sister Hadfield. I will always remember the spirit of love and service that Pres. Hadfield eminated. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Jorey Herrscher
April 20, 2008
Familia Hadfield,
What a great man he is. I had the privilege to serve under Presidente Hadfield and could not have had a better experience. My love and support goes out to the Hadfield Family.
Michael & Maria Wach
April 20, 2008
Sister Hadfield:
What a wonderful opportunity it was for our family these last few years to be influenced by Pres. Hadfield. He will be remembered for his enthusiasm for the gospel, for his dedication to missionary work and for his love of the youth and the young adults, among so many other things. His contagious smile that he so often shared will not be forgotten. He always had a great love for those he served, especially the wonderful people of Chile. Our prayers are with you and your family in these difficult times.
Glenn & Angela Farr
April 20, 2008
Lexine: it has been our privilege to have had your husband as our stake president in our short time here. His energy, excitement and enthusiasm for anything relating to the gospel were contagious! We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. All our love,
Hector and Allison Amezcua
April 20, 2008
Dear Lexine and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you from here in Minnesota. We were stunned to hear of Pres. Hadfield's passing and I wish we could be there to hug you and to tell you in person how positively our family was affected by your dear, sweet, smiling, husband and father. What a great example he and your whole family were to us as a young family in the Terra Vista Ward. President Hadfield was a bright light and we will always think of him with a smile. I know the Lord has great plans for President Hadfield. Just as I know that we will see him again. He was greatly loved. May the Lord bless your family in this difficult time.
Toni Rogers
April 19, 2008
Lexine & Family,
I have known your family since you moved to Rancho Cucamonga. John was our bishop and friend & helped my family in many ways. His mission here is now over on this earth but he will live on through his family all of us he touch during his time here. My family will miss you my friend. My prayers are with Lexine & your family, may you each have peace at this time in your life.
Andy Henderson
April 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. President Hadfield was an amazing person who had a positive influence on us all.
Cristian Andres Godoy Triviños
April 19, 2008
Estimada Familia Hadfield,
sintiendo grandemente la partida de presidente Hadfield, sabiendo que su legado permanecera para siempre entre nosotros, sus misioneros, oramos por vuestro consuelo en estos momentos de dolor,
Wood Suitcase Box presented to Pres. & Hermana Hadfield at the 10th Year Missionary Reunion. The box was full of letters from the missionaries. President went "home" with a suitcase full of memories just as he wanted his missionaries to do too.
April 19, 2008
Memorial Wreath from Chile Santiago West Missionaries presented at the funeral
April 19, 2008
President John Chris Hadfield
April 19, 2008
Renelle Johnson
April 19, 2008
Dear sweet friends,
My heart ached when I heard of John's passing. What an amazing human being John is and I know you will miss him incredibly. Our family loves your family.......we are here for you whenever you need us. Lexine, John was so blessed to have such a faithful, loyal, loving wife. Becky, Johnnie, Jimmy and Kim....you're dad loves you and I know he knows you love him. You'll always have each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you. As you slowly, in your own time move forward in life may Heavenly Father's arms be around you each step of the way that you may have the peace, comfort and strength you need. Love, Sister "J"
Jody Hadfeild
April 19, 2008
Our prayers are with the family in the untimely loss of John. John was my cousin and someone I looked up to when younger. He did lead by example and was a leader of men. When moving to Rancho Cucamonga in 2001, John was family in an unfamiliar area and reached out with his hospitality to welcome us.
He was a great speaker, father, husband, grandfather and to me an older cousin who set a great example. His smile and persomality will be missed.
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