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John Lore Obituary

John H. Lore -WESTON, FL - John H. Lore, 52, formerly of Macon, died Friday, March 19 after a courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). A memorial service was held in Weston, FL. Burial will take place Monday, March 26 at 10A.M. in Riverside Cemetery with Pastor Timothy J. Hartner officiating. -John is survived by his wife, the former Tracy Matthews; and sons, John, Jr. and Will of Weston, FL. He is also survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Edgar Lore of Irvington, VA; his sister, Molly O. Wagner of Atlanta; brothers, Ayars of Quinton, VA and Ned of Austin, TX; and mother-in-law, Marguerite Matthews of Macon. -The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., Sunday, March 25 at the home of Marguerite and Tim Parker, 4992 Wesleyan Woods Drive. -In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the capital campaign at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Weston, FL, the ALS Association - Florida Chapter or Vitas Hospice, Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

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Published by The Telegraph from Mar. 19 to Mar. 24, 2007.

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Bruce Haughin

May 2, 2018

Dear Family & Friends,
John is a great example of what a friend is... Always Happy & Understanding.
Christ's Peace,
Bruce Haughin (Bellevue , Pa.)

Jennifer Cohen

May 1, 2007

Dear Tracy, John Jr., and Will,
I was so deeply saddened to hear that John had passed. Even though I met him (and all of you) just that one time, John has always been in my thoughts. For me, John gave ALS a face and it showed me what a cruel disease it really is. I feel so lucky to have had the chance to meet all of you. Even though we don't know each other very well, I will carry John's memory with me always. Tracy, you are the strongest person I have ever met. May you all somehow find peace.

In friendship and deep sympathy.
Jennifer Cohen and family

Norma Valdes

March 29, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lauren and Mike Chocholak

March 23, 2007

We were so saddened to hear of John's passing. We pray that your faith and fond memories of John as a loving husband and father help you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Emily McClung de Tapia

March 22, 2007

My husband never had an opportunity to meet John and I had not seen him since we were children. I knew of his illness from my brother, Bill McClung, but our families have been many miles and years apart. My deepest condolences to Tracy and her children and to my Aunt, Uncle and cousins. The strength gained from sharing life with a loved one so determined to keep going is a marvelous gift. May John be as inspiring in this next life as he was to many in the previous one.

Bill McClung

March 22, 2007

I was fortunate enough to attend the very uplifting service for John on Tuesday, Feb 20. John was the bravest guy I've known and I'm aware of the remarkable support that Tracy and the boys provided. John and I always seemed to hit it off, partly because we had the Hill School in common, and partly because he was such a great guy. It was moving to attend the service and see the strength of support from family and hundreds of friends.

Darci Nelson

March 20, 2007

Dear Tracy, John Jr., Will, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing, but at the same time we rejoice that John is finally at peace and not suffering any more. We prayed for him and you daily, and will continue to keep you in our prayers. Unfortunately, we did not receive the news in time to attend the memorial service, but our thoughts and prayers are with you. We miss all of our St. Paul family and it is at times like these that we feel the tug of distance. We will be down for Easter services and will hopefully be able to share hugs with you then.
With love,
Darci, Bob, Andy, Kelli, and Marc Nelson

Joanne McFarland

March 19, 2007

Tracy, John Jr and Will,

We're so sorry on the passing of John into the Kingdom. Though we know he's in a better place with no pain and suffering, we will truly miss him. We wish we could be there in your time of grief, but our hearts and prayers are with you. Our sincerest condolences on your loss. We love you all!

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