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Sheryl Askins
May 31, 2015
I have never had the privilege of meeting John. I have been favored by God to have met his awesome mom. Mrs. Ohls, I am so sorry to hear of your son John's passing. I read the entries. He sounds awesome. I pray that you are comforted by the kind words and the memories that your son etched in your heart and mind.
God bless you and your family.
February 6, 2015
Jackie,
John will always be in our hearts. He was such a wonderful young man. We are so deeply sorry.
Love to all of you,
Tica Manolukas and Lianna M. Andre
Hinsdale, Illinois
September 22, 2014
Memories of family gatherings with John and Andy, exploring the scene and creatively interpreting their findings, bring on a precious reminiscent warmth. John's interests and endeavors speak to his unique spirit. We hold you in our hearts and prayers during this most trying of times.
Reenie, Mike, Andy, Peter and Melissa
Doug Smyth
September 6, 2014
I will always have this pain in my soul and hole in my heart, until I see you again. I love you and your family John. Stay strong Jackie and Alexis. Prayers always, everyday
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Ann Gleeson
August 10, 2014
My deepest condolences to John's family and close friends. I knew John in high school. He was one of a kind. He didn't care about what people thought about him, he was secure enough to know that anyone who befriended him was a lucky person.
In this sad time of grieving, I hope that all of the great stories will help to continue John's legacy.
John, you will be truly missed by more than you know. Rest easy, buddy!
Mary Jane Warfel
August 9, 2014
Jackie, My deepest condolences to you and your family at this very sad time.
Mark Holloway
August 7, 2014
I am terribly sorry to hear about John's passing, I have not seen John since high school but I vividly remember helping him build a loft in his mother's attic with tongue-in-groove plywood, it was so cool. I want to offer my sincerest condolences to John's family.
Tasha Smyth
August 6, 2014
John was a big part of my childhood, and I still cannot believe that he is gone. I can remember how we used to get so excited as children when we were told that we were going to "Alex and Baby John's house." The "baby" label didn't stick for very long of course because from the time he was a toddler he was able to take apart and put together almost anything in sight. While there were many who perceived John's pursuits as purely michievious, Jackie always understood him. She knew that what he really had was a gift from God, a talent that was meant to be cultivated through all kids of unique and adventurous endeavors.
John was a precocious child, one who could hang out at construction sites and then teach himself how to build a house. . At the shore he often appeared for lunch in his wet suit or with a giant fish. As children we had yearly rituals that involved dying Easter eggs and sneaking out of bed for a midnight snack (usually huge bowls of ice cream). Every year we needed John's advice before going crabbing or fishing. My father relied on him to tell us what kind of bait and tools were the best. Once or twice we fished at the inlet, but our real ritual was crabbing on one of those little 15 foot rental boats. Too bad that my father didn't' ask for the advice of the "pescador de hombres" before buying a boat! Perhaps then we may never have sunk in Avalon on the maiden voyage!
As teenagers I remember Jackie waking us up for bagels and coffee, a myriad of seafood dinners filled with loads of laughter, and the one time that my dad had to physically pull Doug and John out of bed for church on a Sunday in Sea Isle after they had been up all night:)
Alexis, you have always told me that you would not remember half of your childhood if it wasn't for me… I can tell you now that the memories are still wonderful and endless, and that I will always be here for you and for Jackie to remind you of all of them. I am praying for both of you now. May the strength and love of your family and friends get you through this most difficult time.
All My Love xo,
Tasha
Michael Gibbons
August 6, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about John. May God Bless your family during this time and always. Michael Gibbons Family, Omaha, NE
Megan McGowan
August 5, 2014
I am forever grateful for the friendship, love and thousands of memories I hold so dear to my heart with John and his family as well as his many friends throughout the years, all over God's creation.
To you John, An Irish Blessing:
May the road rise up to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sun shine warm upon your face, The rain fall soft upon your fields, And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
You are truly missed. Godspeed.
God Bless Jackie, Hank, Alexis, Cliff, Pierce and Skylar.
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