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Richard Himes
May 21, 2025
John, I still think of you often and all of our endeavors together. While you are physically gone you will not be forgotten.
Richard Himes
May 21, 2021
John, I still think of you my friend and often wonder what advice you would give me when problems come up. I spoke of you when the pandemic hit and all the work we had done in preparedness to see that people don't pay attention until something happens.
Your gift was all the people you trained and coached to be in the right place when you could no longer be there. I am very grateful for everything you taught me and I know many others are as well.
Enjoy your well earned rest and you know your life made a huge impact on the world.
Richard Himes
May 21, 2020
I refer to John a lot in my various presentations on safety and preparedness activities. I know that during this current crisis John would still be on the front lines providing guidance and wisdom.
John was more than a colleague, but a friend that you enjoyed working with and spending time together. We got more accomplished over lunch or desert than most committees and meetings. John treated you like you were family and he truly cared about what he did.
Great loss to all of us.
June 10, 2019
It has been years since I have seen John (Suburban)but have heard many good things about him over the years. He was kind enough to explain many things regarding the Army when I so needed those details. A memorial trip to Fort Dix more than 40 years ago.
Kara Linthicum
May 30, 2019
I worked with John at both Suburban and FMH. He was passionate, dedicated and memorable. May he rest in peace.
Margaret Fitzwilliam
May 29, 2019
While it has been years since I worked with John, he left very large memories at Suburban Hospital and holds a special place in my heart. I was saddened to learn of John's death and pray cherished memories lift Debbie and the family through this difficult time. Fondly, Margaret Morris Fitzwilliam
Lisa K
May 29, 2019
I am blessed that I was able to know and work with John @ FMH & remember him as a such a sweet and kind man.
As the days and weeks pass, and as your family returns to life's routine, may they feel comforted by all the good memories & support of family and friends. Although your tour of duty has changed, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
John Szarnicki
May 29, 2019
A good man through a life of service. May you receive a just reward.
May 29, 2019
John was indeed a person very special to me. I appreciated him as a work colleague, and will forever hold him in my heart as a dear friend.
Jenny Boyer
Richard Smith
May 29, 2019
Debbie and Mary Lynn I'm deeply saddened for the loss of Mr. Veltri. I cared about him above and beyond the relationship between a boss and employee. He was truly important to me and my family. Mr. Veltri was a strong willed and very determined man. He wouldn't take no for an answer to anything he felt strongly about. He was an ambitious and remarkably intelligent man. I know first hand that FMH was his life. I'm sure there were many times you wished he were home, but, the needs of ensuring a safe and secure environment at FMH was what he lived many years for. He loved his family very much. He always talked about his pride and joy, Mary Lynn. I know he loved Robbie with all he had, however, it was different than the love for his baby girl. He was so happy and proud of Jake. I last talked to Mr. Veltri in February 2010, after a huge snow storm went through Frederick County. The last time we met wasn't a very good situation. However, there are many chapters in the book of life. Unfortunately I closed the chapter between him and I that was very unsettling. I never forgot what he taught me and the many life lessons we shared. This has been a very difficult and sad time for me the past couple of months. From losing Ed Dowling, now to Mr. Veltri. Two inspiring men that taught me the full understanding of being a professional healthcare safety and security representative. I will miss Mr. Veltri very much. Debbie you know our relationship was much greater that extended beyond FMH. I hope to see you both tonight. I know he has joined Robbie and his other family that has returned home to be with the Lord Jesus Christ. I love you both very much and will be seeing you soon
Nan Principe Crockett
May 28, 2019
John took his work at FMH so seriously 24/7. We benefited from his feeling of ownership of the staff, patients and the building. He was with the hospital through some hard decisions and changes. He was kind to so many. I thank him for his service to our country in a difficult assignment during a difficult era.
Pat Willhide
May 28, 2019
I had the privilege of working with John during his time at Frederick. John was a wonderful person and always willing to help. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Andy Baum
May 28, 2019
It has been a very long time since John and I had spoken. We met in 1974 at Montgomery College where we both were on the Security team. Next came Suburban Hospital in the security department. Then his move to Frederick Memorial. Forty five years may be a long time but his smile and concern for people made him a shining star. Rest well my friend.
Donnie Gower
May 28, 2019
I worked with John at FMH for several years, and although we sometimes did not see eye to eye on some things, I had much respect for him as a Security director. But it was the other side of John, that not many seen at work that I was blessed to know. He had a big heart that would do anything he could for anyone. John I Thank you so much for your service to our country! and I will miss you, but will always be grateful for the opportunity to know you.
Nina Weedon
May 28, 2019
I remember John fondly at FMH. It was a pleasure to have worked with him.
Karen S
May 28, 2019
I haven't seen John for awhile, but I enjoyed working with him at FMH and at get togethers with friends. A kind and hardworking person. Thank you for your service.
Richard Himes
May 28, 2019
I had the privilege of knowing John when he worked at FMH. We had many a good time together and it was always good to be with him. He was well known in every Italian Restaurant we visited.
Over the years he was at FMH we had many meetings and made significant progress in developing relationships and strengthening the healthcare system. John was a pioneer in partnership building.
John was always willing to go the extra mile. He was a wonderful person and I am glad I had the opportunity to meet him.
Best wishes to his family during this time of loss
May 28, 2019
I had the pleasure and the honor of working with John for many years at FMH. We had some great conversations and arguments!! Thank you John for your years of service and your tours in Vietnam. You will be missed.
SHIRLEY BRAUN
May 28, 2019
No words can describe how much I will miss John. I had the pleasure of working with him at FMH for many years. My thoughts are with his family. John may you rest in peace.
John Veltri - A REAL HERO
Silvana Souza
May 27, 2019
John Veltri, a real American Hero that served three tours in Vietnam. During the war, he was wounded. Mr. Veltri was the type of person who would help anyone that needed help. To many he was an angel (He was my angel). God chose him to be in my life, and for that I am thankful. He had his own battles, some he saw victories During our last visit, I told him I will see you on the other side. He was a man that I will always be proud to call ADOPT FATHER because he was that and much more. HE WAS A TRUE FRIEND.
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