John Mahler

John , whose BC friends lovingly nick-named "Chauf" because of a Greek sailor's cap he wore all the time which was jokingly refererred to as a chauffer's hat, was part of a remarkable group of students who were variously connected with HALEY HOUSE. Haley House was the center for communal living and social jutice activism on campus. I was a brand new professor in tthe Theology Department and was grateful to have John and many other Haley House community members in my core theoilogy course "Faith and Identity", THeir passionate friendships and deep commitment to the "love that does justcie" were and remain an inspiration to me.

Ivan, I so wish I had been able to stay in touch with John and to meet you.. You both would have loved to meet Sasha, the little Russian kid my husband TIm and I adopted 25 years (now 30!) ; We would have delighted to welcome you to our home in Provincetown. I was moved by your tribute that makes it clear that John never lost his passion to leave the world a better, more just and more inclusvely welcoming place. May those memories be to you a blessing. John may not have been a "chauffer" but he clearly was behind the wheel of the Freedom Bus in many, many ways. Thakn
John ( [email protected])

I am so sad I did not know John was Ill. We were best friends during high school and will always live and miss him. I will definitely want to attend the celebration of his life. My condolences to Ivan and Liz.

Dear Liz & Ivan,
Our deepest sympathy in this HUGE loss of John. I'm shocked beyond words can say when I found out of his passing today.
May God give you the strength during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy,
The Caraballo-Hoang Family

I will miss your kindness, your charm, your empathy and, of course, your rapier wit. You were a gentle soul who richly deserved the love and admiration of your family and friends. Your passing is an ebb in a truly difficult year. May you soar of angels wings and rest comfortably my friend.
I thank you for your friendship, and will remember the good times fondly.

My sincere condolences to your family and friends.

Kieran Walsh

John was a sweet man who was a valued colleague. Always able to count on John for insight, and a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many. My deepest condolences to the Mahler family.

I will miss you , my friend. Your loving devotion to your friends is being reflected back to you in heaven with the warmest memories and prayers. Rest in peace❤

Hi Ivan, As I mentioned to Liz, I wanted to reach out and express my sympathies to you and say I hope to meet you in person in the new year should there be a celebration of life for John. John and I had one of our best conversations 2 weeks before he passed and I'll cherish that forever. He was a great guy. Who wouldn't know that.... You are in my thoughts.

Hi Ivan and family, I wanted to reach out and let you know how sorry I am for your loss, you are in my prayers.