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for John Holmes
February 28, 2012
To the Holmes family i am so sorry for the loss of your loved one please take comfort in god words at Psalms 37:11,29 this will bring comfort and hope to your family.MM
Dave Carlson
February 27, 2012
Dear Pam,
I was so sad when I heard the news about JP. I worked with him during many summers at Princeton and Bowie. He was an outstanding person; a true pleasure to work with. My deepest sympathies are with you and your family.
Stefan Treatman-Clark
February 24, 2012
Dear Pam,
I was so sorry to hear the sad news about J.P. I had the pleasure of working with him last summer in Princeton and he was a true gentleman. My best wishes and heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Kathryn Byer
February 24, 2012
Dear Pam, Abbie phoned me yesterday about J.P. I am so sorry to hear this sad news, and I hope to talk with you soon. I also hope the memorial service goes beautifully tomorrow. So many memories of you and J.P. while at Wesleyan--and of course the wedding. Love, Kay
Steve and Mary Slifer
February 20, 2012
Dear Pam, John, and Will,
Mary and I will always remember the fun times we had with you and J.P. both when you came to Princeton for the summer, and when we visited you in Auburn with Mary's mom. We remember J.P. as a fun-loving guy, who was intelligent, quick to laugh, and our conversations with him were always insightful and thought--provoking. We will keep those memories close in our hearts forever.
With all our love and heartfelt sympathy.
Mary and Steve
February 20, 2012
Dear Pam, John, and Will
Mary and I will always remember the fun times that we had with you and J.P. both when you all came to Priceton in the summer, as well as the fun time we had in Auburn when we came to visit with Mary's mom. JP was always a fun-loving guy, easy to talk to, quick to laugh, and the time we spent with him was stimulating and enjoyable, We will remember those precious memories and keep them in our heart forever.
With all our love and heartfelt sympthy,
Love, Mary and Steve
February 18, 2012
Dear Pam,
Mel and I are so sorry to hear about JP. We all had many great times at the Friday night War Eagle math parties. I am sure you both have had a lifetime of wonderful memories. Take care, Pat McQuaid and Mel Phillips
Bob Shea
February 17, 2012
Dear Pam, It was a great privilege to have known and worked with J.P. and he will be sorely missed. I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Becky/Rebecca Bennett
February 17, 2012
Dear Pam and family,
A beautifully written story of a cherished life, with so many details that I did not know. It's so hard to believe that I have lost yet another of my Okie dads. JP was one of the greatest, and I will truly miss him. Much love and many hugs to you all,
Mike and Madonna Chernesky
February 17, 2012
Dear Pam and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss.
Although retired from NSA for several years, we remember JP and recall that he was the consumate gentleman and a beacon of good cheer.
We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Prisner
February 17, 2012
It is a privilege to have worked with JP over the years and an honor to have him as a friend. I am truly sad to hear of his passing.
February 16, 2012
Mrs Holmes, I never knew your husband but I've worked with your son John for the last decade. He's just an incredible person and I suspect much like your husband. I'm deeply sorry for your loss and will be praying for your family.
Clay DeLoach & The Operations Applications Team.
Clark and Judy Benson
February 16, 2012
Pam, What a shock when Clark told me about J.P. Paul was up here in Maryland in December and didn't know about J.P.'s condition at that time.Also, I remember the good time we had together in Princeton last July....just about 6 months ago..... I'm so sorry you have to experience such tremendous grief. You are a strong person and have family and friends that will give you comfort.
Many hugs from both of us. Clark and Judy Benson
February 16, 2012
Dear Pam and family of J. P., Stephen and I will always remember J.P. as a kind, gentlemanly, brilliant, witty, charming father and mathematician. Social times with you and J.P. at FAT parties are among our fondest memories of Auburn. May you find comfort in a life well lived and loved. -- Mary Jane and Stephen
February 16, 2012
Pam,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Beth and Jeff Zehe
Leo& Dorothy Huckabee
February 16, 2012
I knew J P when we were young. I remember his father in fact J P Jr painted my mother.My sister Mary still has the painting.
February 15, 2012
Pam,
We were devastated to hear of the news about JP. We have so many good memories from our summers together. He will be missed by so many. I know you have been by his side these last few weeks, just as you have always been. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers now and for the days to come. We will be in touch.
Much Love,
Betsy and Rod Canfield
February 15, 2012
His wit and sense of humor will also be greatly missed.
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