John Allen Pendergrass

In remembrance....♥

John, you enriched our lives by your wonderful sense of humor (OK, you don’t have to ask “did you miss me”? you know we do), by your tender heart, and your love for family and friends. We feel so fortunate to have had such a warm and satisfying friendship in the short time we had together. The memories of those times will be etched in our minds and hearts forever. We will always love you.

Colleen, you are in our thoughts & prayers everyday. May the grief you feel today be replaced by the wonderful memories you hold, and may you rejoice in knowing that you had the opportunity to know and love a true gentle spirit. We love you.

SAASO

Dear Colleen, Leslie and family,

We were so sad to hear about John, as I know so many people were. He was such a fun, enjoyable man and always had a "twinkle" in his eye. Both of us worked for John at different times and he was a great boss. I think about you alot, Colleen, and hope you are doing okay. Our sincerely thoughts and prayers are with all of you. John will be remembered as a great and wonderful person. Sincerely, Suzanne and Terry Hess

It was sad to hear the news of JP's passing. He was well known for asking "Did you miss me?" and the answer is Yes! You certainly will be missed.

It was a beautiful service for you today, John. The tribute that your granddaughter made was SO SPECIAL, just like you! I am glad that you were a part of my life. The church was packed and you would have thought that it was pretty neat to see all of the ST people together again in one room.

I wish everyone strength to carry on without you by their sides. The seeds were planted to carry on your legacy!

John always had me fooled. Three or four times I would ask him how old he was. He would ask me how old I was and I would tell him my age (and then he would add 3 years) and tell me he was 51 or whatever. And I would think to myself how can that be? Sorry to hear the news, now 61 seems so young.

Colleen and family -

This picture really shows what John was all about. The devilish grin and hardy laugh is what I will always remember. He was such a kind soul. He would do anything for anybody. You have a very special angel watching over you. My deepest sympathy.

Everytime I would run into John he would ask with a big grin "Do you miss me?" John's great sense of humor and big heart will definately be missed.

Wonderful laughter filled memories! Thanks John!

John was a shirt off his back kinda person. I loved when he would shake my hand with a tickle. That is what I think of when I remember John. Or something silly he would say or play a prank on me when he called. Life is all but moments, and that is all we have. I love and will always treasure these moments we shared.

Colleen, Leslie, and family - My thoughts are with you. I will always remember JP's sense of humor, he would always say the funniest things and be able to keep a straight face. I always enjoyed working for him and with him. He will truly be missed by all who have been fortunate enough to know him.

Chris, Lori and family, you are in our thoughts.
Kerry, Todd, Jack and Cale

John was a great guy to work with I know everyone here at Fastenal will miss him very much. John we will miss you
Guys from St. Michael Fastenal

John was one of the most awesome grandpas there were! I watched him with all his family and watched in awe. He was a very kind and loving man and all who knew him will know the loss of this great man. A very special prayer will be said for Mackenzie, Madison, Ivan, and Oscar. They have an especially hard loss on top of the loss of their other grandpa. I love you all and think about you daily! Colleen, my prayers and thoughts are with you, I am so sorry! Chris, Sarah, and Lori - I wish I could do something to take your pain. Keep all the good memories close and bring them up often. It will help you get through. Roxanne

Colleen and Family,
John was so proud of his family! My fondest memory of John was to walk into his office and see all the photos of his family (especially the grandkids!) All I had to do was pick up a photo and smile and John would launch into a story about what the grandkids were up to. As Felieni said, John was a great guy to work for and with. The three of us really had a wonderful time working together. I learned a lot from John. I can still remember how good he would make me feel when he would tell me he was proud of something I had done.
John will be missed by all of us. I hope and pray that our memories of John will bring a smile to you. It's what John would want.
My thoughts are with you, God bless and keep you comforted in your grief.
Deepest Regards,
Karolynn

I didn't know John (my loss) but I did have the privilage of knowing Colleen.My heart is breaking for you and your family. Hoping the tears shed today, turn to smiles in the future. I will be keeping you and yours in my prayers.

Colleen and family, our hearts bleed with you; we were shocked to hear the news. We feel so fortunate to have been able to spend a little time with you in Sun Lakes last year--it was fun to see the work you had put into your retirement dreams. It's a sad reminder of how quickly life changes.
JP . . . you were one fun guy to work for and with!!!!! You always made it a joy to come to work. Your sense of humor was contagious. I can hear you now calling my name "Fellini!! Get in here, I've got a story to tell ya"!!!!! You weren't the best coffee maker around; entirely too strong for my tastes!
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! John was a great guy!
Mike & Deb Felien
Brooklyn Park, MN

Chris & Sarah---I'll be with you in spirit. Love you!!
Linda Rosen

We love you all. John will be missed. We are continually praying for peace for you all. So sorry for such sudden loss. Colleen, I am hugging you!
Anna, Chad, Kaylee, Morgan, Jadyn, and Ethyn Everett

Chris and Sarah~

Some of my fondest memories when we were kids was dancing with your Dad at various family weddings. I am sorry for your loss.

The world was a better place because John was in it. My sympathy to Colleen and all of John's family.

Colleen, Chris and Sarah,
We were so saddened after hearinng about "Uncle John". I know my dad is with him and now they are spending time together catching up. When I think of Uncle John, I will always remember his beautiful eyes that always had a quick thoughtful wink when I saw him. We are so sorry for your loss.
God's Blessings,
Mike and Janae Blakeslee

Colleen – our hearts are breaking for you. We will always remember John and laugh when we recall the Archibaldis Holbrook joke, which no one told as well as he did. What a great sense of humor. What a kind, gentle man who adored his family. We will miss him every day. We love you.
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Colleen and Family
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. John was a good person and fun to work with. Such a great sense of humor. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Brighter days are ahead.

Colleen, Chris, Leslie, Adam & family...Our hearts totally go out to all of you with losing such a good man as John. He always seemed so kind and gentle. What a gift that is! Take care & always cherish your memories, they live forever!

Colleen, Chris and Leslie, and the rest of John's friends and family ... I'm so very sorry for your loss. I was shocked when I saw Leslie's note and instantly so very disappointed I haven't made the time to visit over the last few years. John was such a wonderful, enjoyable person to be around and I know he will be truly missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to John's family and friends during this difficult time.

Family & Friends Of JP

"What a guy"

TP Minneapolis

Colleen,
What can I say...John is a guy easy to know...and easy to like. Your time together was cut so short, so fast, but know John enjoyed life, and he enjoyed life with you. I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.

John often shared funny tidbits of "wisdom," with me. They have been rolling around in my head for years, always bringing a smile. Colleen and family: My thoughts are with you.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Collen and Leslie- I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda Canfield

Colleen and Family,

Scott and I are so sorry for you're loss. John the "Grassman" was one of the greatest people I have ever met. I will always have great memories with working with him. John had the best sense of humor and that hardy laugh is unforgettable. Scott and I are very lucky to have called him our friend and will always be missed.

Colleen, Leslie and Family - My deepest sympathies go out to you and your families. John is an unforgettable person. I have fond memories of working with him. Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

Colleen and Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss.
You're in our thoughts and prayers.
I feel very lucky to have worked for and with John (JP) and call him my friend. JP was a great manager because he was a great person that stood on his core principles.
JP had such a great gift to make people laugh. He could tell the same joke a hundred times and you'd laugh every time. When he walked in a room he always brought a smile to your face.
JP, I'll miss your laugh, your loyalty and your kind heart.
Scott, Julie, Brooke & Sophia Ramlo

Colleen and Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I feel very lucky to have worked with John (JP) and call him my friend.
JP was one of a kind, when he entered a room he always made you smile. JP had such a quick wit and always had a joke at the ready. He could tell you the same joke a hundred times and you'd laugh every time. I respected JP very much, he was a great leader.
JP, I will miss you, your laugh, your loyalty and your kind heart.
Colleen, please call if we can do anything to help.
Scott, Julie, Brooke & Sophia Ramlo

Colleen and family - I wanted to let you know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. John was a wonderful boss and he gave me my start with Star Tribune by giving me a job at ADX. I will always be grateful for that and I know that I will always remember all the great memories I have of Pendergrass. He touched so many lives and is going to be missed by everyone~

Colleen, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these sad times. John was a very special person, Diane Ullman

Colleen & Family,
I am saddened to hear of the news of John's passing (JP was actually the name the I called John). I will always remember his laughter, his wit and his kindness. He always made me laugh, and I mean really laugh! I am so SAD that he is gone, but happy that he will be watching over all of us.

I will always remember his LOVE for his family. He always talked about his family and was a very proud man.

RIP JP - we will ALL Miss you SO MUCH! You were a GREAT MAN and I will remember all of your qualities and contributions to the Star Tribune.

Colleen, I am so sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I will always remember John with a smile on his face. When ever you need to just talk please call me. Barb & Dan Beaman

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Colleen and family, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Know also that John was enjoying himself right to the end, kidding with friends on the tee of the hole where his life on earth ended.
He was a rare individual who had no enemies and everyone who was lucky enough to know him was considered a friend. He and his great sense of humor will truly be missed.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Colleen and Leslie, I am so very sorry for you loss. I will always remember John for his fun sense of humor, his mischievious smile and his kind heart. My thoughts are with you.

Colleen and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.