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John Kleiner
January 29, 2009
Annemarie, my sincere comdolences to you and your family on your father's passing. I'm sorry to be late with this greeting. It's never easy to lose someone at any age, but surely you know Dad and Tim are together in a great home.
Tambra Lucas
January 17, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the entire Donofrio family. Mr. Donofrio was my art teacher at HarborCreek. I was always happy to get to his class. I was not a talented artist but that did not matter to him. He found a way to make you feel special and talented in your own right even if you could not draw a straight line with a ruler. His smile lit up the room and his booming voice on "cranky" days could be heard all the way down the hall. He was and will always be one of my favorite teachers and his memory and the lessons he taught us all will never be forgotten.
Tammy Reede
January 16, 2009
Sue, my condolences to you and your family. You are in our prayers.
T McQuone
January 15, 2009
Annemarie,
Just this day I learned about your Father. My prayers are for you and your family during this difficult time.
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Ida M Boyens
January 15, 2009
Annemarie, Mrs. Donofrio, Andrew and Abigale~
Josh and I send you love and prayers during your time of grief. I am sorry we missed the viewing and funeral. Your husband, father and grand-father was a very kind gentleman and has fought the hard battles for his last years. He was a fighter and even tho~ he was in the hospital, he always managed to smile and let me know he knew who I was during my residency at Hamot. He had a special sparkle in his eye whenever I mentioned any of you to him. Take comfort in knowing that God has certainly welcomed him to heaven with open arms and he's with Tim keeping an eye on all of you!
Love and prayers, if you need anything, please let us know.
Ida and Josh
Sue (Ziegler)Yarnell
January 15, 2009
Condolences to the family and friends. I was a new teacher at Harbor Creek toward the end of John's career there and remember his always smiling face and proverbial words of wisdom. It was a pleasure to know John. Prayers to the family.
Joe Cicero
January 14, 2009
Sootsie & Family,
Though I am half a world away in Chengdu, China, please know that I am thinking of you and praying for John. His loss is felt by many. He was such a kind and jovial man. God bless you in this difficult time and know that John is preparing a place for you in heaven. You will surely see him again! Love. Joe
S. Kinsey LPN
January 14, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Donofrio family. May John rest in peace finally his suffering has ended. God Bless you John.
Linda Tate
January 14, 2009
To the Donofrio Family,
I am a 1965 Graduate of Harborcreek High and John was one of my very favorite teachers. He took time with his students. He was the one I would go back to school to see after graduation. He also had my son as an art student and he was instrumental in helping him to pursue his art career at Pittsburg Art Institute. His legacy will live on through students such as my son. It was a privilidge to have known him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Linda McCammon-Tate
HarborCreek Class of 1980
January 14, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Nicole Kiley
January 14, 2009
Annemarie and Mrs. Donofrio,
I have only met your dad and husband a few times, once at hamot and once when I came to cut his hair... He was a special guy.. I am really sorry about your loss. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Annemarie, if you need anything please let me know..
Bill Haynes
January 14, 2009
Am sorry to hear of your loss of John. He was a great friend and co worker of my Dad at Harb orcreek High.
Know you and all those who loved him are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Johnston Gary Johnston
January 14, 2009
Our sincerest condolences go out to your family. We met John over 35 years ago and he did the logo artwork for our company. That artwork is still the center of our company image and advertising to this day. We are very grateful that in this life we met John. God bless his entire family. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all of you during this time.
The Johnston family - Johnstons Evergreen Nursery.
Gail & John (Skovron) Bedard
January 14, 2009
Dear Therese & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
John Letterio
January 14, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to Johns family on his passing. Anyone who came into John's presence most surely was greeted with a huge warm smile punctuated by those characteristic dimples on his cheeks. We remember John in all his humor and friendliness and most always in the company of his dear friend Carl Dalporto who he now joins in Heaven.
We pray that you, his family, find solace in all the fondest of memories of such an inspirational person as is evident from reading the Guest Book Entries from his students, colleagues, and friends. We are all richer in having had John as a friend.
Special condolences to brother Joe.
John Letterio
John Barbato
Al Barbato
Bob Minichelli
In Fla.
Peggy and Dick Moore
January 14, 2009
Therese, Annemarie, Susan
Our deepest sympathy to you all. There truly are no words for such a terrible loss. May God Bless all of you and comfort you. May your happy memories bring you comfort.
Therese...I think of you often, and miss you very much. Your life has been so busy since you retired from Moore Research, taking care of your love ones. You made Moore Research a happy place to work when you were there. Always helping someone in need of some comforting, now it's your time for comforting. God Bless you Therese.
Peggy Moore
Terry Camp
January 14, 2009
Annemarie: My condolences on your father's passing. You, he and your family are in my prayers.
Carol Fuller ~ Harbor Creek Class of 1965
January 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Harbor Creek High School Class of 1965
January 14, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mike & Amy Reigel
January 14, 2009
Joe and Family,our deepest sympathy
for the loss of your brother.God bless you all.
Arlene Publicover
January 14, 2009
Dear Theresa,Girls and Family,
Thinking of and praying for you at your time of sorrow.
Sincerely,Arlene(Brunetti)
Publicover
John Agostini
January 14, 2009
To All Of The Donofrio Family,
I was sorry to hear about your loss, you have my deepest sympathy.
Yvonne Lucas (Donahue)
January 14, 2009
Donofrio family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Donofrio was one of my teacher at Harborcreek, over the years he he has been thought of fondly. May the memories help you through this difficult time.
Jon Dickerman
January 14, 2009
Mrs. Donofrio, Annemarie and family,
I remember John to be a very kind and pleasant man to talk with. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ken Smith
January 13, 2009
My condolences to Mr. Donofrio's family. I am a '87 grad of Harborcreek and had Mr. Donofrio for art in seventh and eighth grade. He is a very special teacher for all of us. He treated everyone with a kind heart. He didn't care if you weren't an artist, just that you tried your best. I do remember very clearly how making rubber cement balls could make him a little upset though.
Robert Zimmer
January 13, 2009
Therese. Thanks to the faith we have, you can have peace with the knowledge that John is so happy now. Jean and I were saddened when we saw the news; but we also believe that John is ok. Love and hugs to you and your family in your loss. Bob and Jean Zimmer
Catherine Sonney
January 13, 2009
To the family of John Donofrio,
As a graduate of Harbor Creek High it was a pleasure to have had John as an Art teacher. I will cherish the fond memories of the years and many things I learned in his classroom. May he enjoy the bounty of God's art in heaven and may God Bless you with his love and give you strength.
Cathy (Samec) Sonney Class of 76
John Cianella
January 13, 2009
Therese and Family,
My condolences; I was saddened to learn of John's passing. I pray that God will see you through these difficult times.
Annemarie Scolio-Carey
January 13, 2009
Sue, Annemarie and Mrs. Donofrio-
I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. He always had this great smile and presence that could light up any room. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers
greg cermak
January 13, 2009
Donofrio Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you. John was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed talking to him about our teaching experiences. We are presently vacationing in Florida but our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Greg and Linda Cermak and Family
Dick Flaugh
January 13, 2009
Therese, Annemarie and Susan...you have my deepest sympathy on the death of John. I think the last contact I had with him was during one of my rounds distributing Holy Communion at St Vincents. He was not on the list to receive but I went in anyway just to say hello. He was not too aware of who I was but as I was leaving he said "I want one of those."
I checked with the nurse and she said it was OK for him to receive.
His love for the Eucharist came thru even though he wasn'r sure who I was.
Paulette (Michalczik) Haag
January 13, 2009
to the Donofrio family
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. May God bless you all. I am a 1974 graduate of Harborcreek and Mr. Donofrio was one of my favorite teacher. He will be missed
Sam Seggi
January 13, 2009
Therese,
I will always remember John the way he always seemed to be, laughing and smiling. My deepest sympathy on your loss
Jennifer Redmond
January 13, 2009
I am a 1993 graduate of Harbor Creek and had Mr. Donofrio for my 7th grade art teacher. I always enjoyed his class. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.
Ralph Kunselman Jr
January 13, 2009
For the Best There Was . You will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Class of 76
Ann Marie Zentis
January 13, 2009
Annemarie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories you have of your dad help comfort you in this time of grief.
Patrick Cappabianca
January 13, 2009
Donofrio Family:
My deepest sympathy on the passing of John. I had great repect for him as a teacher, citizen and as a devote Catholic. He loved his Italian Heritage. He was a good friends and I will kep him in my prayers.
Joan Peck
January 13, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Cheryl Petrone
January 13, 2009
Annemarie,
May God send blessings of comfort for you and your family during this difficult time. My deepest sympathies are with you and always know I am here for you!
God Bless you
Anne Short
January 13, 2009
Annemarie and family
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Liebel
January 13, 2009
I am a 1974 graduate of Harborcreek. Mr Donofrio was always one of my favorite teachers. I am sad to hear of his passing.
Melanie (Milner) Hoitinga
January 13, 2009
John was my colleague at Harbor Creek Junior High School. His smile, sense of humor, and upbeat personality made the days so much brighter. He was loved by the students and respected by his fellow teachers. My sympathy to all of John's loved ones. He will always be remembered here at Harbor Creek.
Tami Kimet
January 13, 2009
Sue & Alyssa,
We were saddened to hear of your lost of a your dad and grandpa. I remember so many great things that he had did for me and others. He made us feel like we were the best artist even if we were the worst. (which I really stunk!) The world has lost a great teacher. May God give you the peace in knowing that he is now making heaven a beautiful place.
God Bless all of you
Tami Dan Brock and Brooke Kimet
Kathie Smith
January 13, 2009
My condolences on hearing about Mr. Donofrio's passing. I had him as my art teacher all throughout school, but it wasn't until my senior year, 1978, that he inspired me to go to college and try my hand at advertising. He always had a kind word or just a friendly smile for you. He was genuine and I will never forget him.
Kathie (Czerkies) Smith
Violet ( Dale ) Lunger Cllass of 75.
January 13, 2009
Dear Donofrio Family,I am a 1975 Graduate of Harbor Creek High School.Mr Donofrio was my art teacher.I am sorry to hear of his passing.I loved his class and enjoyed his teaching.He helped me to learn how to express myself.He well be deeply missed.God Bless you all.Violet ( Dale ) Lunger Class of 75.
Don Allamon
January 13, 2009
I am a 1962 graduate of Harbor Creek. Mr Donofrio was my Mechanical Drawing teacher. To this day, I still remember some of the rules and techniques he impressed upon us. I am sure your fond memories will help you through this difficult time.
helen skrzypczak
January 12, 2009
To the Donofrio Family
Deepest sympathy are sent to you during this sad time.
May God give you the strength and be with forever.
Helen Skrzypczak
Pierogi Lady
Sharie Parker (Peters)
January 12, 2009
My condolences to Mr. Donofrio's family. What a wonderful man he was. I am a 1979 graduate of Harborcreek High School and he was a teacher of mine for many years. He always had faith in us and led us to believe that we were truly artists - even when our work wasn't the best. He was truly an inspiration to his students. I am so saddened to hear of his passing.
May God bless your family in your time of loss.
Sharie Parker (Peters)
Mary Donofrio
January 12, 2009
Dear Annemarie, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I would see him occasionally at my Grandma's house when I was little, and he always had that great smile that lit up his face. I know you will miss him terribly. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. In deepest sympathy, Mary Donofrio
Jeff Hart
January 12, 2009
I was a 1979 Graduate of Harbor Creek High School and had Mr. Donofrio for art in both Jr. & Sr. High. He was an inspiration to so many of us. God bless him.
Joey Donofrio
January 12, 2009
Uncle John was one of my most favorite person to be around. Throughout my life, he showed interest in all my endeavors and would always inquired how he could help. I will be forever grateful for his support. I have many fond memories of Uncle John because he was such a fun person to be around. He was sure to liven the conversation in any group of people that he joined. His stories and laughter were sure to entertain all . Most importantly, I will remember him as a man who had all his priorirties straight and that he lived his life accordingly. He will be sadly missed.
Roberta DiMichael
January 12, 2009
Thresa,Susan,Anne Marie; I will always remember Uncle Johnnys great smile and laugh and how he always made a fuss over us whenever we were around him. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Love Roberta
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