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John Joseph Walling

John Walling Obituary

John Joseph Walling 48, Lincoln, died Wednesday (01/16/08) due to pulmonary disease.
Mass of Christian Burial: 10 a.m. Monday (01/21/08), St. Patrick's Parish, 6126 Morrill, Lincoln. Memorials to Ian Joseph Walling. Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Lincoln Journal Star on Jan. 21, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for John Walling

23 Entries

Lindsey Walling

February 11, 2008

Uncle John, I miss you so much!!! You always had that hug that just seemed to take away all the pain and sadness in everyone's lives. I am so glad that I got the chance to be there at Christmas at Emily's when you and my dad were telling stories about when you two were kids. It was great to sit there and see the both of you laugh and everyone else laughing until we were crying. Those are the memories that I will keep with me for the rest of my life. I will always keep Ian in my prayers, he is one lucky kid to have a dad like you. Please tell my mom I love her and I miss her, we all miss her and grandma and grandpa. Have fun playing cards with them all!!! I will miss you!!! Ian is ALWAYS welcome to come out to my dads house and ride horses and run thru the sprinkler with Cole. You will be missed!! I Love You!! Lindsey Walling

Ivy Jones

February 11, 2008

Uncle John,

You have always been the most loving teddy bear we could ask for. You have created a lot of memories. Whether its been riding go carts or mini bikes, enjoying the 4th of July party, or just hanging out with you. God has placed you in a great place. Tell mom, grandma and grandpa I said hi. I will miss you and will never forget your loving heart.

Love Always
Ivy Jones (Walling)

Leo Spence

February 6, 2008

There was a lot of memories with this man. The friends & family too. Everyone loved being with him & said how much he treated you like gold. He did to everyone. Helping you with auto repairs & not asking any re-payment. Dinner or a night out for pool was just fine. His family is always in my memories as well & will be for my lifetime. He never got to meet my wife or kids & that bothered me still today. Thanks John of all the great times & the good friends you shared as well. All of us will be thinking of you for the rest of our lives. Be good. Leo (Leonard)

some of the O street gang

January 24, 2008

Lisa Marie Rosoy (Walling)

January 23, 2008

John was my best friend and the sweetest BIG brother ever. I had to share a story with everyone about the time our Mom took John and I one Saturday to get new bed spreads at Pamida. They were bright colored with all the Charlie Brown characters. We went to bed that night and it began to storm. I ran into John's room and he thought of an idea to put a green ball for my head and a pillow for my body. So our Mom would think I was in my bed when she checked in on me. That night I watched Creature Feature with John in his room and a big crack of lightening hit. We heard our Mom go into my room to check on me. She said,"Lisa honey it's Ok, God and the angels are just up in heaven re-arranging the furniture." We were laughing so hard that our Mom heard us and she had to laugh when she discovered the green ball. I still see her laughing and hearing my Dad laughing in the living room. We had the best times together and I will always think of you when it storms. Love You Always, Lisa Marie (Worm)

Sherri Luedke

January 23, 2008

I am so sorry to have not heard sooner that God had called you home. I got your message wishing me a Merry Christmas, which is still on my phone! I am so thankful you stopped by a few months ago and we got to spend time talking about the old times and where our lives had taken us. You were my big brother and I loved you dearly. I wish we would have had more time to get together. The fun we had on O street and as friends will forever be in my heart and remind me of wonderful high school memories. We laughed so hard reminiscing of my 16th birthday when your Mom made me that red velvet cake! You had such a wonderful soul, you were always there for me. I will miss you terribly. Give one of those great big bear hugs to my grandson for me.
Love you always

Tom Jorgensen

January 22, 2008

I am sorry to read of John's passing. I remember your family from when you were in St.Paul. I was a classmate of Donna's and remember Ellen. John would have been about the same age as my brother Tim.
Donna if you have time, it would be great to hear from you.

Tom Jorgensen

Riley Cleal

January 22, 2008

I worked across from John for two years in the Surplus Center. We talked every day, and I got to know him very well. He was one of a kind, with the biggest heart I've ever known, and his love for Ian was without bounds. He will be fondly remembered and missed. Rest now, friend.

Lon and Darcey McAllister

January 21, 2008

Sorry to hear of Johns passing, we were around John back in the day. He fixed my starter on my car for me many many times and was a good friend and a fun guy to be around. He will be missed by many. Best wishes to his family.

Kari Mae Noonan

January 21, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to the family and please know my prayers and thoughts are with you.

Rhonda Weatherby

January 21, 2008

Dear Walling Family,

So sorry to hear about John's passing. We were friends many years ago and he was very good to me. I know he will be missed. Please know that my prayers are with you.

Tom Noonan

January 21, 2008

Dear Walling Family:I was so saddened to hear of John's passing,He was a friend who would help anyone when they needed it.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Milton and Marlene Smid

January 21, 2008

To the Walling Family

Sorry to hear of the loss of John. Our sympathy is with you.

Paul Franson

January 20, 2008

John walling: my friend, my brother. There isn’t enough paper in the world to describe john and the fun that I had with him. To sum John up in one word, laughter, where ever John was the laughter just followed. His kind heart was only a reflection of his family, I remember the many times over at the Wailing’s home growing up, full of love and home cooking, in which his mother never let you leave hungry. We often talked about writing a book about our adventures together and thought it would be a best seller, I think it would’ve been. If there is such a thing as soul mate as friend, he was mine.
Love him and will miss him.

Steve Walbridge

January 20, 2008

John has been my best friend for as long as I can remember we were always together.His friendship will always hold special memories in my heart.I am proud and honored to have had him as a friend I will miss him.My heart goes out to his family.

ROB ALDERSON

January 20, 2008

My sympathy goes out to the family of john,he was a very good friend,he was like a big brother to me.john always told me know matter what happens he would always love me.that meant the world to me.I will miss you & hope some day we will see each other again in heaven.

Barb Haskin

January 20, 2008

Dear Walling Family......I never knew John, but have worked with Lisa for 17yrs. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you, at this most difficult time. Sincerely, Barb Haskin

Randy Miller

January 20, 2008

John was a person who would always lend you a helping hand ,or just sit a have a great chat with you. I met John while working with him at the Surplus center.We shared some laughs and tears together as we both lost parents while working there. John was always giving my children money to go buy ice cream when they were little.I swear he had a heart that was as big as he was. I am sorry you are gone big fella, enjoy your reunion with your family in heaven, may god always be with you friend .

Janet(Cejka) Perkins

January 20, 2008

I knew John only when he was about 9yrs old when I was a friend of Steve's...I wish I would've had the chance to meet him as an adult..My deepest sympathy to the entire Walling family at this sad time.... My prayers are with you all!!

Janet Perkins (Cejka)

January 19, 2008

I am so saddened to hear on John's passing...I remember him as a 10 yr.old when I was a friend of Steve's. My heart goes out to all on you on your family's loss..

Bob Maupin

January 19, 2008

Through our teenage years, John and I shared the love for small engines, minibikes, slot cars and just hanging out. I can remember the art murals in his basement, listening to loud music, and one short but wild ride in a '68' GTO. John will be missed but not forgotten. God is looking over him now. Both will bless us all with fond memories of days gone by. I was blessed to have a friend like John.

Mark Maul

January 19, 2008

What can I say about you John.You were a big guy with a great big heart.You were one of the few true friends I've had in my life. I will miss you, and love you always.

Jackie Maul

January 19, 2008

To the Walling Family

We are so sorry at the lost of John. He was such a wonderful big hearted guy. We have many great memories of him thru the years. I always thought of him as a big teddy bear. But truly the only thing that was big of him was his heart. Our prayers go out to all of you in your time of sorrow. He will never be forgotten.
The Maul's (Mark,Jackie,Jared and Mariah)

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