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John Endicott Obituary

John Paul Endicott Age 31 of Elkins Park, PA, died suddenly on July 7, 2010. Beloved husband of Shannon Ryan, devoted father of River Ryan-Endicott, loving son of Jack and Judy Endicott, and adored brother of Daniel and Katie Endicott. John Paul was the Production Manager of Videolink, Inc. in Philadelphia as well as a Horticulture student at Temple University. John Paul, a 1996 graduate of Upper Dublin High School, received his Bachelors Degree in Communications from Penn State in 2000 and also spent a semester studying abroad with the Semester at Sea program where he met his wife. A lover of adventure, John Paul was a prolific traveler and had visited over 30 countries, many of them twice. John Paul lived in the Czech Republic where he taught English. He was very involved in the Cinekyd Video Arts program, through which he met some of his best friends. He was always behind the camera, whether while traveling or sitting in his garden with River. He will be forever missed and loved by his family and friends. A memorial and scholarship fund is being set up in his memory. Donations can be made at www.jpendicott.com. Arrangements by FitzPatrick Funeral Home, Abington.

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Published by Montgomery Newspapers from Jul. 13 to Jul. 15, 2010.

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Karen Rothenheber

July 31, 2010

Dear Judy, Jack, Daniel and Katie,
I can't even imagine the sorrow you are feeling after John Paul's sudden passing. I wish I had known sooner. However, my sympathy goes out to all of you and also to his wife Shannon and their child. May God, in time, heal your hearts so you may find some peace. John Paul's spirit will live on.

Liduina McDevitt

July 27, 2010

Endicott Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Liduina McDevitt, Abington

Ruth & Jules Mermelstein

July 18, 2010

We are so sorry to learn of this tragedy. Our hearts are with you.
Ruth & Jules Mermelstein

Joanne Kash

July 15, 2010

Shannon friends and family of John Paul-
thinking of you all for strength and healing.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Joanne Kash

wayne &MaryAnne Beaver

July 14, 2010

Jack, Judy, Daniel, & Kati,
MaryAnne and I wish to extend our deepest sorrow at your loss. The pain is unimaginal. We can always picture John Paul's smiling face and long hair. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. We will keep in touch during this time of suffering. I hope that John Paul's beautiful smile will continue to brighten the world. All of our love to your entire family, Wayne & MaryAnne

Jim Hughes

July 14, 2010

My condolences to the Endicott family. Jack is in our prayers.

D Stokes

July 14, 2010

To the family of John Paul Endicott,
I also drove past the scene of the accident on my way to work. I Prayed and Prayed for this man to be ok and heal. This was extremely upsetting. Please know that even though I did not know your husband, son, father, my heart goes out to you. Your family is in my Prayers. God Bless you and your family.

July 14, 2010

Mrs. Endicott, I was there the morning of this horrific accident. His accident has weighed heavily on my mind these last couple weeks. I was one car behind him the morning of the accident. I prayed for him the moment it happen, but I knew he had left us instantly. While riding down broad we were side by side for a while and I caught a glimpse of his face and he was smiling seemed really happy. Which made me smile, for I had just suffered a lost. After reading about you and his daughter now I know why he was smiling he must have been thinking of you. My deepest heartfelt sympathy go out to you and your daughter and his entire family. Even thou I did not know him, his smile I will never forget. I will let that override the aftermath.

Anna Solon

July 14, 2010

I was saddened to hear of John Paul's death. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Endicott family.

Candy & Len Allen

July 13, 2010

Shannon, River, the entire Endicott family, Karen & Jeff...our thoughts and prayers have been with all of you. We are so saddened by John Paul's death and hope that if there is anything we can ever do for you that you won't hesitate to call.
With much love and sadness,

July 13, 2010

Just heard the sad news yesterday. So sorry I missed his memorial. I will keep you in my heart and prayers. May God bless everyone and surround you each with His Love.

Love & Blessings - Maria Michalski

Tori Conicello-Emery (CHOP)

July 12, 2010

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland

That is the memory that I have of john Paul: a dedicated father who loved his family even in the darkest season. May the embers of his love continue to burn inside your heart. My thoughts and prayers with you, the family of John Paul Endicott.

Lindsey Rosenberg and Brendan Krivda

July 12, 2010

Very sadly I was on Broad Street just moments behind John Paul. I spent the whole day thinking about it, and came home to find out the story, and that my husband was a colleague and friend of his. Our sincere heartfelt sympathies go out to the whole family.

Debbie Besner

July 12, 2010

My thoughts are with your whole family during this difficult time. I will always remember JP for his quick smile, sincerety and warmth.

Jamie Weiner

July 12, 2010

My sincerest condolences to the entire Endicott Family

Michael Abrams

July 12, 2010

Glad I could attend the memorial on Sunday, my thoughts are with all of John Pauls familes, from Upper Dublin to SAS...

July 11, 2010

We are still not understanding the circumstances, but please know that my family joins me in sending our deepest sympathy and love. Linda von Trott and family

Kelly DeKoyer

July 11, 2010

I was so incredibly saddened to hear of the tragic passing of River's Daddy. Shannon, you and John Paul were such wonderful loving parents to River. My prayers for you and your family during this difficult time and prayers for River's continued healing. He now has his very own Guardian Angel. ~~Kelly nurse from 3W CSH

Rebecca Hoffritz (PT @ CHOP)

July 10, 2010

Shannon, River and John Paul's family: I am so sad and shocked to hear about John Paul! He was obviously a devoted husband and father, a warm, caring, generous person who will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this very difficult time.

Martha & George Young

July 10, 2010

Jeff, Karen, Shannon and River: We are thinking of you at this time of your great grief and sorrow. Always know that our hearts are with you.

mary myers

July 10, 2010

My sincerest condolences to Shannon and the entire family. John was a much valued student and contributor to the horticulture program at Temple University. An excellent scholar, he was also very involved with food crops as important to environmental and personal health. He will be greatly missed.

Mary Myers, Chair, Landscape Architecture and Horticulture Department

Karen Bukics

July 10, 2010

Shannon and River, My thoughts and prayers are with you both. I am soooo sorry for your tragic loss. ~ Karen (PA CT surgery @ CHOP)

Pat Redican

July 10, 2010

To the Endicott family,
JP was a loving and lively spirit with a capacity for optimism and compassion few of his peers could match. His passing is truly the world's loss as we are all lesser without him. You have my deepest sympathies. May his spirit continue to light your way through these difficult times.

Sarah (Hines) Wilson

July 10, 2010

Oh Shannon, my heart aches for you. May the God who heals, wrap His loving arms around you and hold you tight during this time. You, River & family are in my prayers.

Elizabeth Sweeney

July 10, 2010

My heart is with Shannon and John Paul's family. I am so truly sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my thoughts. John Paul was such a sweet husband and friend to Shannon and a wonderful father.

jim moran

July 10, 2010

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

July 10, 2010

Jeff and Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. You, Shannon and River are in my prayers. Joyce (ohio)

Inez Johnson

July 10, 2010

To the family of John Paul Endicott:

I just wanted to send my condolences. I did not know your loved one, but was at the scene of the unfortunate event that took place on Wednesday. Please know that I immediately prayed for your loved one and all of you, hoping that he would be ok. The accident and his well-being weighed heavy on my mind the whole day and I was heart broken when I read that he passed. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

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