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John DeNoma
May 6, 2014
I worked with John in the 1980's. A good guy who will be missed. My family has you in our prayers.
Sandra Kincaid
April 22, 2014
Susan and family,
We are so terribly sorry for your loss. We did not know about John's passing until the other day, due to Doug's mother's extended stay at Cleveland Clinic. I was so sad to hear of his passing. If there is anything at all that we can do, please do not hesitate to call.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.
Jody, Donna, Lisa
April 5, 2014
Susan,
Lisa, Donna and I just heard about your loss. Please know you and your family are in our prayers. We loved Johns kindness in going out of his way to bring Donna ice cream. We so enjoyed his sense of humor and is kind gentle way. We will miss him very much.
Victor Fields
April 4, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Susan and the family and friends of John at this difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers.
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April 4, 2014
Susan and Michelle,
We were stunned and devastated beyond belief by the sad news of John's death. Our hearts and prayers go out to you for the sudden loss of such a great father, husband and friend. John was such a gentle and fun person to be around that the world will seem a little less for his passing. Our love and support will always be here for you in your time of need. Once again, we are so sorry for your loss.
Mike and Cindy Campbell
April 4, 2014
Susan,we are so sorry for your loss.thinking of you.dave and virginia
Stephen Pullum
April 3, 2014
John,You were my mentor, my teacher, and most of all a respected friend. So many meetings we would drive together and just laugh, talk about our familys and life in general. Thank you for everything you have taught me and I will never forget you were the one who gave me so much knowledge about plant health care. I will always be grateful and am so honored that I have memories of you that will stay with me the rest of my life. We would joke together and say that I was your Danielson and you were my Mr Miyagi from the movie The Karate Kid. I will see you again one day John. Rest in peace.
Eddie and Linda Orndorff
April 3, 2014
Susan,
We were so saddened to learn of John's passing. We will forever cherish our memories of times shared. He was honestly a nice gentle man, a loving husband, father and grandfather and a very caring friend. John had the funniest sense of humor, especially on our trip to New Orleans. We were blessed to have you and John stand for us. He will truly be missed.
Susan Edwards
April 3, 2014
Susan, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers. John will be missed by so many people.
Julie Trikilis
April 3, 2014
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your dear husband. John, you, and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Shirley Marquet
April 3, 2014
Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. My daughter, Dorothy, and I enjoyed John's sense of humor so much at yoga class. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Al / Beth Gingrow
April 2, 2014
When my wife and I purchased our first home it was in Littlestown. Our new neighbors were John & Susan Raver.
They opened their home to us and we became good friends over 22 years. John had a special place in our heart and I thank God for all the wonderful memories and good times we shared with our spouses. John gave a full effort in everything he took on.
You were a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, uncle and a good friend.
I will miss that sincere smile, gentle laugh, and all those wonderful stories.......
You will be dearly missed....
Al, Beth, Emily, and Mary Gingrow
Jan Gately
April 2, 2014
My heart, prayers, thoughts and love are with you Susan, his family and his friends. I was so very sorry to hear of John's passing. May God give you strength during this most difficult time.
Wish deep sorrow,
Jan Gately
Dan Reppe
April 2, 2014
John was the first person I met at First United Methodist Church. He made the place seem more friendly. He always welcomed me, and my wife Kristi and son Brody, with a smile. I am truly sorry for the loss of john and will pray for him, and his family!
Jackie Pullum
April 2, 2014
John, I only had the pleasure of meeting you once, but I heard nothing but wonderful things about you. You mentored my husband Stephen and took him under your wing... you truly meant a lot to him and I was always grateful he had such a decent and kind man to teach him and look up to. I know you will be missed by so many... my heart goes out to your family. Another angel taken way too soon....
Becky Mohr
April 2, 2014
I just don't have the words to express how sorry I was to hear about John. You, Susan, and your family are in my prayers.
Phyllis Plowman
April 2, 2014
My deepest sympathy to you, Susan, and your family.
Bruce and Carol Goodpaster
April 2, 2014
John was a good friend and neighbor, so devoted to his wife, grandchildren and yard--in that order. The neighborhood and us will miss his friendly wave and words.
Kas & Ray hensley
April 2, 2014
Such a special neighbor and friend..John will surely be missed in our neighborhood.
Mark Bosco
April 1, 2014
To live in hearts we leave behind
Is not to die.
~Thomas Campbell, "Hallowed Ground"
Although my heart aches for your co-workers, friends and family, your dedication to all is a beautiful legacy and my remembrance of you. Thank you for the friendship, knowledge and funny memories which erase my tears. I am a better person having known, learned and befriended a man of your distinction. You are forever with me.
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