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May 8, 2011
Cindy, Nancy and Megan and families,
Mary called and informed us about John's passing. We relived those memories of the years in softball. John was always so supportive of Mary and she enjoyed making him laugh! Heaven has gained another angel-and we have lost a great man here on earth. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...
Phil and Dolly Kaiser
May 6, 2011
You have my deepest sympathy. Coaching softball with John will always be a great memory for me. I'm sorry for your loss. Brad Johnson (Charlotte, NC)
Thea Curtis
May 6, 2011
Dear Cindy,
I was very sorry to hear about John. I remember him well as a cheerful and helpful neighbor during those years when we all were busy with little children, new yards, and ball games at the park. A lot of time has passed since then, but good memories of good people remain.
May 5, 2011
Dear Val & Jeff and family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. You will be in our thoughts and prayers a lot. If you ever need to talk or feel up to a Minnesota visit, let us know. My Mom passed away 9 years ago from pancreatic cancer and I know it is a tough and courageous battle for those impacted including the victum and those that love them. Please take care.
Love you guys, Paula & Archie Anderson
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Mary Kaphings
May 5, 2011
Nancy and Family, my deepest condolences in the passing of your father. God keep you in his grace during this difficult time.
Julie Zdrazil
May 5, 2011
Val & Family, Thinking of you in these super terrible times...I'm so sorry for his short stay on earth but you gained yourself a super great angel!
Ken and Linda Slipka
May 4, 2011
We were so very saddened to learn about John's passing. What a great friend to our neighborhood, and he will be truly missed. Our heartfelt love and sympathy to your entire family at this difficult time. God bless each and every one of you with strength, comfort and peace.
Merri Lenz
May 4, 2011
Val and family, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Prayers go out to you and your family as you face this difficult time. I hope the many memories of him will provide you and your family comfort.
Thinking of you~
Merri and Dakota Lenz
Mary Ann Milkowski
May 4, 2011
Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. I know he was a wonderful father and he will be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Mary Ann
May 4, 2011
Cindy, we are so sorry for your great loss. We will be thinking of you in the days and weeks ahead.
Pat & Jeanne O'Haloran
Diane Nelson
May 4, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire famly.
May 4, 2011
Our condolences to the Espander family. We will always have fond memories of coaching, playing and traveling with John and family. He was a huge help to many kids thru the years and will be missed by all.
RIP Coach!!
The Colemans - Dave - Lynette - Dani and Casey
Roxy Portlance
May 4, 2011
Sorry to hear about John. I remember when he and his daughter came with the Blaine Fastpitch team to nationals when my daughter was playing ball. I also work at Honeywell. He will be missed!
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