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understanding of history and life in general. He had a very diverse family from Florida to California to Canada, and
beyond. He devoted much of his energy to his art, while working with the Marion County Dept. of Youth Services.
Later devoting his time and
energies to living fully, and
expressing his love of art. He will be deeply missed, but
remembered always as a
loving friend and Uncle to his surviving family members,
Susan Dobie, Leslie Toomer, and John Dobie.
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Victoria Mathis-Sanders
February 20, 2008
Many years ago you cast a young girl as Gretel in Hansel & Gretel. You instilled a love for theater that day that continues until now. When I faltered, you encouraged me and told me that it would be a crime if I didn't use my talents. Today I manage a theater up here in Virginia. You taught me so very, very much and I will never forget you.
Ellen M. Smith
January 13, 2008
I am saddened to read of Brother John's passing. I knew him in Orlando at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, as a holy man of God and as an artist. I am privileged to have a print of his Madonna drawing. We visited in Ocala when I did outdoor art shows there. Saw him last about a year ago at Grace Church. He lived a good life that touched many people. We are all better for having known him.
Ellen Smith
Marcie Brown Bailey
January 13, 2008
On behalf of the family of Marcia Brown, all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Brother John, you are - and will always be - remembered fondly. Thanks for the memories!
Heather McCleaf
January 12, 2008
Brother John, I want to thank you for your amazing spirit and the influence that you had on my life and so many others. You truly lived an authentic life, always beating your own drum. Your spirit will live in each of us forever. Thank you for giving me the gift of courage. My karaoke talent is because of you. You will be missed. You are still very loved. Godspeed!
Shirley and Don Ritter
January 12, 2008
For all the joy and laughter you gave our children and this community, we thank you. You taught us to care for and to love each other. Your many talents are greatly appreciated. Until we meet again. We love you, great friend.
Susan Ritter - Huennekens
January 12, 2008
What a life you had Brother John! All of us that had the pleasure of knowing you, were touched by you. Thanks for all the laughs --
Affectionately,
Scuz
Jacqueline McCleaf
January 11, 2008
Brother John... You will truly be missed by both of us. Some of our lives fondest, and funniest, memories are of you and your shenanigans.
You helped to shape many lives, both children and adult, including ours.
We love you,
Jackie & Heather McCleaf
John Dobie
January 10, 2008
You tought me to be an individual,
you tought me to care,
you tought me to love,
I will miss you today, and always.
Peace to you
Jane Dillard-Shashy
January 9, 2008
I will miss you so much. We had such wonderful times in the office at Grace during the 70s. I still have that shirt you decorated for me, and may wear it to the sevice here in Ocala on the 14th of January, at 4:oo pm. We love you and miss you. Jane & JoAnne
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