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for John Kessinger
July 8, 2010
Brother John,It's been one year since you passed and there is not a day goes by that I don't think about picking up the phone and calling you. I miss our talks and our laughing and those late nighters. I miss and love you brother, your little brother, Rick
John (JB) Barbarich
September 24, 2009
Brother, many memories from the days of Truman Rd and many since then.......you are missed daily my friend......the highways are free , smooth and clear for you now.......
August 15, 2009
August 15, 2009
I was a friend of John's when he attended Southeast High. In fact I had a real crush on him. When I last saw him Johnny was a little boy, about 3. His time on this earth was to short but he left a mark. I am proud to have known him.
Rita Ayres (Buckley)
Sally Shroyer
August 1, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear about John. Karen my thoughts are with you. John was such a kind and gentle soul. I have quite a few good memories of Mark and I at your house. I know you miss him terribly, but you'll always have him in your heart.
Johnny Macias
July 16, 2009
John
All it would take was one word, '' Hay ''. To hear it , John said hay and I would smile, hundred of miles away. You will be missed, so till I see you again , Hay,
I will miss you
Johnny
Dawn Strutton
July 15, 2009
Jhon....YOU WILL be MISSED very much, the years that I was blessed to know you will never be forgotten..sistor Dawn.....Love You Karen my condolences are with you
Randy Kessinger
July 15, 2009
Brother John,
While dozing off the other day I dreamt you had died. I woke filled with awful dread until I realized it was only a disturbing dream. Ecstatic feelings of joy replaced the dread. Immediately I realize you really are gone. John, this has hit me harder than Missouri black top in November leaving deep scars. You left me with eternal scars of memories. I learned so much from you and did my best to do as you in daily encounters. I can think of no other I would emulate so quickly without any reservations. John you have an old Soul who has made the trip many times. So until we hook up again I will be missing your company. If at the front gates of Peter, get out the car and go in, He is probably wondering what your waiting for. You are the best John: a Great Brother, Friend, Painter, the list goes on.
Robin Wilson
July 14, 2009
Leanna,Thank you for everything you have done & are doing.Just goes to show love may fade, but never goes away.Thanks for proving that.
July 13, 2009
Johnny,
I was there when you were born; three years old then. I was the first of Grandma Marry's grand children and you the second. We took our first trip together from KC,Mo.to San Pedro CA. Guess I was maybe five or six then. Took three days, no freeways. I regret we never saw each other after you joined the Navy and we only talked a few times on the phone. It's sad for me to think we can never speak to eachother in this life however God willing we can in heaven. Your cousin Vern Kessinger (Butch)
Barbara Cook
July 13, 2009
It's been many years since I've seen John, but my memories are of long conversations on a wide variety of topics with a gentle, thoughtful, and creative man. May his spirit live in those who loved him.
My condolences to Karen, Johnny, Ruth and all the friends and family who will miss him.
Peace,
Barbara
Connie Bartley
July 13, 2009
Johnny,
Uncle Greg and I am so sorry for your loss.such a great talent gone to soon.You are your father's son.please keep the art.We love you and if you need us we'er always here.
Love Uncle Greg,Aunt Connie and Sean
Connie Bartley
July 12, 2009
Johnny,
Uncle Greg and I am so sorry for your loss.He was such a great talent.His art will be seen for many years.You are your father'son so keep the art alive.
Love you Aunt Connie Uncle Greg
and Sean
Melinda Heller
July 12, 2009
As a kid, we traveled alot. When driving through missouri, it was a must for my dad to stop by John and Karens house. I haven't see them in years and was deeply sadden by the loss. Happy memories fill my thoughts of our past visits.I love and miss you Karen.
pam munday
July 12, 2009
love ya john, you meant so much to me, Pam munday, "lil sister in-law" We will miss you and will keep you in our thoughts. Hi Karen, Give us a call
rick kessinger
July 12, 2009
john, we shared so many laughs, beers and tears, you will never be gone. You will live large in my heart and soul. I have never known a day without you in my life and I will continue our conversations as though you were here. The conversation my be a little one sideded so you can jump in any time. You were loved by many and I suppose that is the biggest bragging right one can achieve. Your art reflected your creative genius and your life reflected your tender soul. I'm sure there is a mansion for you in your new home, save me a room. With love, your little brother Rick Kessinger
July 12, 2009
Cousin you were the best cousin I had I was shocked when I found out about your death. my heart goes out to his wife Karen & his son Johnny, Jonny was my (James Dean). We will love and miss you. Karen please get in touch with us when you can we love you.
Charlene & Robert Kessinger
email [email protected]/702-463-0226
July 12, 2009
Johnny& Karen - I am very sad for the lost of your father & husband. Many tears have been shed from his family and friends. John had a peaceful way of walking this earth.
With love and sadness. Leanna(mother of Johnny, friend of Karen.)
Brian Hargrove
July 12, 2009
Goodbye to a master artist and an even better friend. Jhon left us with great memories and will be missed by all. Johnny and Karen we are here for you. Brian and Aubry.
Gary & Sondra Smith
July 12, 2009
Karen,Johny,
Please know that he was a very special man.Talented,loving and kind hearted. We were all very lucky to have known him.He will be missed by all. Please call if there is anything that we can do for you.
Robin Wilson
July 12, 2009
Johnny,Karen our hearts go out to you
we will miss him,but are so thankful for all our memories of good times.No one could do it like John.
Jim(little jim)&Robin Wilson
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