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Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3, 2009.

JOHNS JOHN D.
Age 55 of Plum on Sunday, May 31, 2009. Beloved husband of Vicki Ann (Russo) Johns; loving son of Rosemary Fisher Johns; wonderful father of Matthew Johns and Taylor Marie Johns; brother of Linda (Larry) Resavage and Gail; uncle of Stacy Resavage, Michael (Amy) Resavage, Dr. Allison (Adam) Chase, Gina Russo and Marla (Steve) Russo Lippman; great uncle of Madeline Chase, Zack and Theo Russo Lippman; son-in-law of Doris R. George (John DeGennamo); business partner & loyal friend of Carl (Karen) Dietze; also survived by his beloved pets Myelo & McKenzie. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Chester and Pearl Fisher, father-in-law A. Daniel George and brother-in-law Tom Russo. John was a three year Instructor of Vocational & Adult Education at Altoona Vo-Tech. He worked for seven years for a food service management company at St. Francis University. John started in the food brokerage business as an account manager for Specialty Food Sales from 1980-1994. From 1994 to present he was the co-owner of Concept Food Sales. Friends will be received Thursday 1-3 & 6-9pm at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL), corner of Beatty Road and 48 North, Monroeville (412 856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Joy Parish Friday 10am. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment will follow at Plum Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the John D. Johns Memorial Fund (for his daughters education), 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville, PA 15146 or to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation or Animal Friends.
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June 4, 2009

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Ed Cotton

June 4, 2009

Vicky,Taylor.Matt,
It's so hard to believe John is gone. We have worked together for over 20 years and had become friends not only associates. I will never forget when our country was attacked on Sept 11th, John and I were at his office counting the slices of pepperoni in a 25 lb case. A lot of what I do now, especially the way I treat customers, I learned from the way John treated me. He was a class act all the way. Because my Daughters play basketball and Taylor plays sofball we had many discussions about our kids and sports. Because I was in the pizza business and Matt worked in pizza we had many discussions about that. He loved his children to no end. He loved and cared so much for you Vicky. I will miss him, but he will live on in my fond memories of our time together.

My love and prayers to you. May you let the love of our God surround you during this time of sadness.

Maureen Garfolo

June 3, 2009

Dear Johns family,

I haven't seen John for a couple of years; I'm so sorry for your loss. John was a friend of my late husband "John". John was a great guy with a great sense of humor. I'm sure that he and "John" are in the great kitchen in the sky right now cooking up trouble.

My prayers are for you at this most difficult time.

Maureen C. Garfolo

Risa Burrell

June 3, 2009

Vicki, Matt and Taylor: Words can not describe the sorrow I feel. You are all such wonderful people and God put you in my life for a reason. My heart aches for you all. Please call if you need everything. John's stamina and sense of humor through all this has been an inspirtation to me in my every day life. Thank you for being a part of it. Love you all.
Love, Risa

Tony Pappis

June 3, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathay. I have know John for many years in the Foodservice business. He was smart , honest , funny and hard working. I'm grateful that I knew him in life. My family will pray for you in your time of loss.

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June 2, 2009

Matt,
The happiest day of your Dad's life was the day you were born. Always remember how much he loved you.

Lois & Ken

June 2, 2009

Vic, Matt, & Tay,

Everyone in heaven better be looking their best - I imagine John's taking photo's as we speak. We'll always cherish the moments he documented for us,(including his editing skills), as well as his and your friendship!

June 2, 2009

Vicky, Taylor & Matthew,

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Your dad/husband was a wonderful person who always had a smile on his face. We know how proud he was of Taylor and her abilities in sports, especially softball. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

The Pazman Family,
Chuck, Cheryl, Michelle & Alyssa.

Colleen (Voland) Kudis

June 2, 2009

I am very sad to hear of John's passing. The foodservice brokers in Pittsburgh are "abnormal" for the brokers are close, whereas other major cities are enemies. I worked in the industry for 8 years and John was always very polite and helpful. He will be missed by many.

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