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John Raleigh Chowning

1984 - 2011

BORN

1984

DIED

2011

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Greenwood Funeral Homes - Cremation at Greenwood Memorial Park

3344 White Settlement Road

Fort Worth, Texas

John Chowning Obituary

John Raleigh Chowning, 27, passed away Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011. Service: 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Rita Catholic Church. Interment: Greenwood Memorial Park. Rosary: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday in Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials: Donations may be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association, www.PHAssociation.org. John was born Aug. 20, 1984, in Fort Worth. John loved music and taught himself to play the guitar. He loved to play and sing. He loved meeting friends from all around the U.S. to attend concerts. John was also a Dallas Mavericks fan. John was preceded in death by his grandparents. Survivors: Mother, Esperanza Fe Chowning; and numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Nov. 29, 2011.

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Sarah Miller

December 1, 2011

So very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was kind and brave and a good friend who will be missed and remembered always. His love of music made him many friends and he touched people all over the country with his kind, generous soul and beautiful music-making. All of my love to his family... god bless.

Patti and Joe Kavanaugh

December 1, 2011

May God grant you peace during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.

Jack White

December 1, 2011

Fe, "I am greatly saddened by your loss. May God comfort you and your family during these very hard times."

Woody Enloe

December 1, 2011

Fe, I am so sorry. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." Matt. 5:4

Janis Campbell

December 1, 2011

Fey,I was so sad to hear about J.R. he was always such a kind thoughtful young man! I will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! God Bless

Stephanie Pastusek

November 30, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you with His strength and peace.

November 30, 2011

our prayers and deepest condolence for the loss of our cousin ( john )....and to you ate...especially here in the philippines....GOD BLESS

Vanessa George

November 30, 2011

There are a lot of heavy hearts this week. Keeping John & his family in my thoughts and prayers.

Amy Stum

November 30, 2011

Fe, I am profoundly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless each of you in this difficult time.

Trini Rincon

November 30, 2011

My prayers are with the Chowning Family, may God give you'll the strength in your time of grief!
Trini Rincon

Karen Newman-Varnado

November 29, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss Mike and Fe, I will continue to Pray for you both.

Kelley Stampke

November 29, 2011

He is at peace, and now, it is left for the living to find their peace with his leaving them. That his family and friends can do so is my greatest wish.

Jenny & Brian Crowder

November 29, 2011

Love you so much John. We'll always have the music my friend.

Sandy

November 29, 2011

Mike, My prayers go out to you during this time.

Gretchen Luper

November 29, 2011

Mike, may God be with you in your time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you and the rest of John's family. God Bless dear friend.

Karen Skjolsvik

November 29, 2011

Very sorry for loss of your beautiful son John.

Janet Berg

November 29, 2011

Fe, I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

November 29, 2011

Fe,
My prayers are with you during this time of such sadness. JR was a gift to you and others. He touched many lives. Carmen & Adan

Lee and Beverly Wright

November 29, 2011

Fe, we have such happy memories of John. It doesn't seem that long ago that he and Ben were having fun times at St. Rita's. Please know that we are praying for you in the many days ahead. God will lift you through this as he does with all
who lose their precious ones.

Lynn Flesher

November 29, 2011

I am sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers.

Diana Hall

November 29, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope the love and support of your friends and family can bring you some comfort, and please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many.

Ana Uribe

November 29, 2011

Fe, may the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead. I am very sorry for your loss.

Ana Uribe

November 29, 2011

Fe, May the love of those around you,
help you through the days ahead. So sorry for your loss.

Veralyn Hensley

November 29, 2011

Fe, I am extremely sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.

Johnny MacDonald

November 29, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Chowning family and friends...Mike and Fe...God will see you through this....

Katy Paasch

November 29, 2011

Fe: with deep sympathy from JR's extended family - your team at work. We have been with you and JR in spirit through his doc visits, tests, and clinical trials, hoping and praying, and are with you now feeing this great loss. This has been a tough year for your family.

November 29, 2011

Dear Fe and all the family. I am heartsick hearing of your loss. J. R. is with Jesus this Christmas. He was such a sweet and bright young man. I can see him playing his guitar and reunited with Comadre in heaven. May the promise of the Resurrection be a source of strength. Our prayers are constant for you and your family. Always, Love, Tony and Lillian Garcia, Mesquite, TX

Michael Chowning

November 29, 2011

Fe, You are in my prayers. May God surround you with peace.

Terrie Genovese

November 29, 2011

Oh little one, I maybe far away but I am so close. You and yours are in my heart/soul at this time. I pray for your faith to remain strong and through pray I will be lifting you up to our Lord. So sorry for your lose and I send my sympathy. Sending all my love your way.

Dawn Shurelds

November 29, 2011

Fe,
So sorry for your loss, I pray that God will give you and your family strength during this difficult time.

Janice Thompson

November 29, 2011

Fe, May you find comfort with family and friends during this difficult time, I am sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Jan Thompson

Byron Blackmore

November 29, 2011

Fe,

I'm sorry for your loss. I pray your family's love will get you through this difficult time.

Sandy Sales

November 29, 2011

Michael, I was so shocked to hear the news. May God be with you and your family during this time. Keep your faith in the Lord and he will see you through this time.

Linda Felker

November 29, 2011

Fe,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved J.R. I know how much you loved him and fought to find a cure for his disease. He is in the arms of God now resting peacefully. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

November 29, 2011

Fe, I was sorry to hear of your loss. I'm thinking of you and your family with prayers and peace. Donna MacLaughlin (Mac)

Colleen Powers

November 29, 2011

Fe,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I was very sad to hear this news. May your faith in the Lord and your family's love get you through the days to come.

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