John Francis Kiefer

I am shocked and saddened by the news of John´s passing. My sympathy goes out to Meaghan and the boys and to John´s big, marvelous extended family. John loved his family and friends with an open, whole heart. We all appeared better people in the light of his shining presence. He is godfather to my firstborn son and best childhood friend to the father of my four children. He was thoughtful, funny, encouraging, kind, and always saw the good in people. I remember telling Meaghan at their wedding how I looked forward to raising our children together, because I knew our children would benefit by knowing John and emulating his values. What a good man.

Sorry for the loss of John. Thoughts and prayers go out to all the Kiefer/ O´Connor families. John will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

On behalf of the Stumpf family in Richmond, I am sending our condolences and good memories of John, his darling mother and stepfather, and great memories of St. Edwards, Catholic high schools and the South Bend connection, too. We are so very sorry. - Mary Ellen Stumpf

We ruled the playground with our pack of buddies during our formative parochial school days. Even though time and distance made us strangers, I always heard on the Catholic grapevine what an awesome human you were. So sad to never reconnect. Rest in eternal peace John!

Shocked..saddened..he is with his parents and wonderful sweet grandparents. His smile was his trademark. He just loved to laugh. Part of my past..part of my life..never forgotten.

Our family is very saddened to hear of John's death. His big smile and warm and engaging personality will always be remembered. Our hearts go out to Meaghan, Mitch and Brent and your beautiful family! God bless and look after you all until you're reunited.

So sorry to hear of John's death.My whole family was shocked to hear the news.He was such a wonderful person and fun and had a big heart.God bless all of his family at this time.

I am sorry to hear about John. Fond memories of him growing up.

We were saddened to learn of John´s death. I was proud to have coached John and his brothers in baseball and basketball. John was a fine young man like his brothers. His smile always comes to mind when thinking of him.
RIP John.

A loving brother in law.. Always had a smile and was bigger then life when he entered a room! Godbless him! Roxann