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John Stidd Obituary
Born in Ravenna, Ohio, to Jean and the late Merle Stidd, John continues to be loved by his wife, Trina; his mom, Jean; daughter, Leslie and her fiancé Sean O'Hara of Orlando; son, Christopher (CJ); their mother, Karen; stepson, Kyle Lang; and mother-in-law, Clare Gill, all of Jensen Beach; siblings and in-laws, Shelley and Larry Wilson, David and Marsha Stidd, Mark and Eileen Stidd, Susan and Terry Soroczak, and Brian Stidd who passed away 9/23/04; his favorite aunts and uncles, Dolores and Lyle Worley, Linda and David Wagner, the Dietz family, Jean's companion Bill Farkley, his cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and co-workers. He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
John had a passion for life, he was a charmer. His smile and laughter never went unnoticed, and luckily, his kids inherited the twinkle from his beautiful blue eyes. A hug from him left you feeling like a million bucks. It was no secret, and so it was accepted, that he was his mother's favorite Growing up, as siblings do, he enjoyed picking on his younger sister and brother, the words ``John, how would you like grounded?' were often heard, but never backed-up.
His Grandmother Hulda told everyone that John had an IQ test and that he was a genius, but they didn't want to tell him for fear it would go to his head...a story his family often questioned, and loved to joke about.
Friends from his childhood and throughout his vibrant life will continue to laugh about the experiences they shared.
Although we are saddened by his passing we are enriched for having known him.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Ravenna in November, time and date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Treasure Coast Hospice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Stidd
November 20, 2010
What a shock to discover this!
In all the years John was married to my niece, I never really got to know him. That will forever be a loss. I will state that he always treated me with decency and kindness. He seemed to be a very good man.
God bless all of you in your loss.
Ralph "The Outsider" Dietz
Shelbyville, Tn.
Bill, Jill and Lillie Logan
September 22, 2010
Trina and family, our deepest sympathies to you at this time. We are praying for you all. John will be greatly missed, especially his awesome and distinctive laugh! He was one of a kind!
Michael Fox
September 20, 2010
Trina - Lisa and I are so sorry to hear about John. Our sympathy goes out to you and the children. - Michael Fox
Chris Costanzo
September 19, 2010
My name is Chris Costanzo. I was the Plant General manager at PSL. I knew John for a couple of years. In those years it was my honor to have known him. It was tough to miss the character,kindness, sensitivity and work ethic that John had. I will miss him and keep him and his family in my prayers.
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Karen Vincent
September 18, 2010
The heartbreak of Leslie and CJ Stidd is huge but Dad will be with you always. Cherish the memories and know he will always be close. We are all here for you. We are so sorry for your loss, Trina. Love, the Dietz Family
Brenda Scara Bliffen
September 18, 2010
Trina & family,
My thoughts are with you at this sad time in your life, treasure the memories.
September 17, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ~ Bill and Nan Gollihue (Columbus, OH)
Roger Walker
September 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers for you Trina. I will miss John very much. He was a true friend and and a great person.
Mike Croteau
September 16, 2010
I had the privilege of working with John during several outages at St. Lucie. I will miss not just his professionalism but his vibrant personality and love for life and others. Our prayers go out to his family and friends who have lost too soon a beloved husband, father, and friend.
September 16, 2010
Dear Trina and family,
We want you to know how much we loved John. He was always happy and had a sweet spirit. Of course we will always have a special place in our hearts for him, he was a wonderful nephew. It is a comfort knowing that he is with Jesus and the rest of his loved ones.
Love, Lyle & Dolores Worley Brimfield, Oh.
sandy scott ..... koch
September 16, 2010
Im so sorry for the loss of JOHN. He will be missed by many. His smile will always be something every one who knew him will remember. Prayers go out for the entire family
Paul Cwieka
September 16, 2010
You may take off to other parts of the country to find new and different experiences but one never forgets the good people that they have left behind. John was one of the good people. Deepest sympathies to you Trina and the Family.
Jessica Tharp-Seibert
September 16, 2010
I was a friend of his daughter's in middle school and spent a few slumber parties at their house. He was a really nice guy. Leslie I am so sorry for your loss, I went through this about 7 years ago with my dad and still no words can be said to ease the pain. I wish you and your family well in this difficult time.
Allan Wier
September 16, 2010
John always had a smile on his face and a great attitude. I will miss not seeing him at the races. My prayers go out to Trina and the rest of Johns's family.
Terri Taylor
September 15, 2010
Trina & Family, I will remember John most for his infectious smile and laughter! He SO LOVED LIFE! My thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time! Blessings,
This is how we choose to remember John......
Tommy Lacayo
September 15, 2010
Why do the good guys leave us so early? You could always count on John having a great attitude and warm smile to brighten everyone's day. He touched many lives in a positive way and I will miss not seeing him at Tommy's races. My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with Trina and family and may the Lord's love and light help you through this time of sorrow. Love, Tom, Betty and Carrie
Alexis Molenda
September 15, 2010
It's hard to realize we'll never again see John's beautiful smile or hear his hearty laugh here on earth. John was a truly special man and a great co-worker. My heartfelt sympathies are with you all during this difficult time.
Bob McCormick
September 15, 2010
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Trina. John was a great guy who will be missed dearly. I'm saddened by the fact that I only had the opportunity to have known him over the last few years. I shall never forget he and his constantly upbeat attitude.
Sandra Lauver
September 15, 2010
John was loved and respected by so many, words can't describe the sadness in our hearts. The countless memories of John will be with us for a life time. Please know that our deepest sympathy and our love are with you.
Sandie, Ron, Brittnie, Seth, Madison and Fitz.
Omar Rodriguez
September 15, 2010
My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy for your family's loss. John 's positive attitude and contagious smile shined through at St. Lucie station.
Pete Glenn
September 15, 2010
Dear Trina & family,
In your time of loss, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. What a great guy John was to work with. Both at Juno and Lucie he was always the same. He had smile on his face and always willing to help. I will miss John.
Trina, it was also a pleasure meeting you at one of the sand bar trips.
Bonnie & Devin Wooldridge
September 15, 2010
John's laugh & smile is truly going to be missed by so many. Trina & family, our hearts and prayers are with you.
September 15, 2010
Trina and family. I haven't met you personally but John was a good friend of my son, Kenny Yonker, when we lived in Ravenna, OH.
Kenny's sister, Sherry Yonker Lain, arranged for Kenny and John
to spend some time together in 2005 in Florida two months before
we lost Kenny. Our thoughts and prayers are truly with you because we have traveled this road. May the Lord bless and keep you at this
time of great loss. He is faithful. Dorothy Yonker Grappo
Sherry Yonker
September 15, 2010
Dear Trina:
I can't express what an honor it was to have been blessed by John's friendship most of my life. His gentle and kind spirit was contagious. HE treated Kenny like a king, thank you for taking him on his final sunset cruise on the river. John's picture hangs in my den now. He will always be a sweet memory in all of our hearts. We are here for you and the family. Please call if you need anything.
Our prayers and sympathies are with you.
Jill Thomas
September 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Trina and the family. He will truly be missed!
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