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Brian Murray
June 20, 2019
A group of us college friends of John (always very affectionately known as Germ back then) just learned through social media that he is no longer with us. We have no words for this loss - in college, finding the right words would have been Germ's natural job, and he would make us laugh and think (and then laugh again) with them. Even though all of us went our separate ways, every NCAA tournament would unite us again, at least virtually, and John's passion was an undeniable force behind it. As for me, I'll miss talking to John about baseball and about baseball as metaphor (inside joke). And most importantly, I wish his family peace, and offer humble thanks for giving me and our friends the chance to know a remarkable and unforgettable soul.
Julie Bamberger Roubik
May 5, 2019
I didn't know John well in high school but I remember him as a kind soul. I think his final gift to us was bringing our classmates back together and allowing us to renew friendships that had been lost over time. For that I will always be grateful to him.
May 4, 2019
My prayers and deep condolences for the family of John Germanotta. I knew him while working at Riverside University High Schoo as librarian.
I cannot believe that he is no longer with us.
I will remember him fondly. I am sorry for your loss.
He used to frequent the library regularly. He was such a kind and welcoming person, easy to speak with, and a pleasure to know. He cared so much for his students and was so dedicated to being the best teacher he could be. I will not forget him.
with prayers...
Retired librarian, Rita McKillip.
Mike Speich
May 3, 2019
John and Mary Ellen our thoughts and prayers our with you and your beautiful family. Fondly Mike and Dede Speich and family
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Phil Blenski
May 2, 2019
As an English teacher, John was well versed. The exemplary quality of his teaching reflected the high standards he set for both himself and his students.
Beth and Tom Ray
May 2, 2019
We are so very sorry for the loss of John David. Our thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends. Tom and Beth Ray
Andrew Bergholz
May 2, 2019
To the Germanotta Family,
John was my friend, colleague and someone I respected immensely. I'll always remember him and how he positively touched my life. I'm thinking about your family and sending my thoughts and prayers your way.
Dan Jablonka
May 2, 2019
I was shocked and sad to hear about John. While I have not seen him in a long time I considered him a friend and I have lots of fun memories of him. His smile is one thing that really sticks in my memories and brings me a smile when I think of it. Also, his sense of humor. He was always able to make me laugh. He was so bright and my memories of him are full of wit. I can't imagine what you all are going through. I only hope my thoughts and support could help more. I hope this note lets you know that John meant something to me, that I will miss him, and that I am thinking about you all in these sad days.
Dan Jablonka
WFB Class of 1990
Edward Fink
May 2, 2019
Mary Ellen, John and Family,
My prayers and sympathy on the passing of your son John David.
Heidi Riechers
May 1, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Sending prayers to help your healing hearts
April 30, 2019
We are so very sorry to hear about John's passing.
Sending love and saying prayers for your family.
Rick and Jo OConnor
Retired WFBay Cumberland and Middle School Phy. Ed. teacher
Mequon, WI.
April 29, 2019
Dear John and Mary Ellen,
My heart breaks knowing the pain you are experiencing with the loss of your John David. You were so blessed to have had such a wonderful son; and, in turn, he was so blessed to have had such wonderful parents. My deepest condolences to you, as well as to Katie and Margaret.
With much love and in faith,
John Gadzichowski
West Springfield, VA
April 29, 2019
Dear John, Our deepest sympathy for your loss of David. We both have sons his age and cant imagine how awful this must be for you and your family. Our prayers go with you and David. Sincerely Mary and Mike McCann
Santino and Lina Cicero
April 29, 2019
Our hearts are saddened at the loss of John David. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Germanotta family. May God bring you peace and give you strength during this most difficult time.
Ann Ross
April 29, 2019
My heart is breaking for the entire family. John was such a sweet older brother and an all around great guy. Your whole family was such a big part of my childhood and you will always be in my heart.
Sending all my love!!
Ann (Sorensen) Ross
Mary Comerford
April 29, 2019
Our deepest felt condolences on hearing of John's untimely death. Our thoughts are with you. John was a remarkable, loving, caring person. We spent many hours with him during his high school and college years. He will be sorely missed by all.
The Comerford Family
Dan and Carlo Cotrone
April 29, 2019
Our hearts and souls are full of sadness for you in this deep loss of all the hopes, dreams and love we have for our beloved sons and daughters. You will be in our prayers ... God be with you in your painful loss of John David.
April 29, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences.
May the family find comfort in one another as you look to the beautiful promise at John 6:39, 40.
GAndino
April 29, 2019
My condolences on your loss
MaryLee Katzka
Holly and Fred Schmitt
April 29, 2019
When I think of John David, I see his smile, always so genuine and caring. He smiles still.
We are deeply saddened by his loss and continue to pray for those who love him.
Holly and Fred Schmitt
Christopher Miracle
April 29, 2019
Brad, Katie, and family, I am offering you our prayers during this horrible time. I do hope to see you all on Friday but I have my own cross to bear currently. We'll see what happens but take care of yourselves, especially those girls.
April 28, 2019
May God bring you peace and strength during this difficult time. I am sorry to her about the passing of John.
Jenny Clinton
April 28, 2019
We were so saddened to learn of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
John and Jackie Stone
Tom Boycks
April 28, 2019
Dear Katie, Uncle Barry and I are thinking of you and your entire family as you go through this difficult time. Sometimes there are no answers as to why things happen, but know that God has plans for for all us and he makes the final decisions. Our love to you and Brad and the girls and your family. Love, Uncle Tom and Uncle Barry.
Kristine Festge Jacobson
April 28, 2019
Sending thoughts, love and prayers to your whole family in this difficult time.
R.J. Pirlot
April 28, 2019
Katie and Brad, I'm so very sorry to hear about your loss.
Marcie and David Conklin
April 28, 2019
So sorry for your loss Brad and Katie, our deepest sympathy to the entire family...
Megan Crowe
April 28, 2019
Our condolences to your entire family.
Judge John and Judge Jean DiMotto
April 28, 2019
Jean and I extend our condolences to the entire Germanotta family on the passing of John David.
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