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for JOHN SPATAFORE
October 1, 2009
Dear Gina and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have so many fond memories of hanging out with him at the Peppertree house, at St. Rose, and at Marian. We had some great times together. I will miss him greatly. Happy trails friend.
Lilli (Williams) Alexander
September 28, 2009
Dear Gina, Mr. Spatafore, and Family:
Please accept my sincere condolences at John's passing. Your loss is felt by many. Those of us whose lives he touched are richer for the experience. John's generosity, easy laugh, proclivity for teasing, and deep love of family are among the many wonderful memories I have of him. May I offer you these words of support by poet Kahil Gibran: "When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight."
With love,
Kathy (Dunn) Nixon
September 28, 2009
Spatafore Family,
I was saddened to hear of John's passing. I hope that you find comfort in knowing that he is fondly remembered by many people. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
September 26, 2009
Dear Gina and Spatafore family,
I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing. I left Marian early but have fond memories of him. His pain and suffering are gone. Treasure the great times and know he will always remain in your heart forever.
Sabrina Gonzalez (aka) Suzie Munoz
Chuck Wright
September 26, 2009
To the Spatafore family, I can still remember both John and Gina back when we were little kids in the second grade at St.Rose, and then on through the Marian yeras. My best thoughts are with you all at this time. Chuck wright
Jim Grady
September 24, 2009
Dear Gina & Spatafore Family,
My deepest condolences to you regarding John's passing. Like many of his other Marian classmates, I too have very fond memories of John's mischevious ways and warm personality.
We are all sad that he left us but can find some comfort in the fact that he has moved on to a happier place and left his suffering behind him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Later John Ah Dude! We will miss you.
Pablo Romo
September 24, 2009
Dear Gina and Spatafore Family
I am very sorry about the death of Johnny.
Johnny was very kind and generous to me always.
God bless him.
Your friend
Pablo Romo
Karl Shultz
September 24, 2009
Dear Gina,
We really didn't know each other that well in high school but I knew John well enough to refer to him as a friend. I am sorry to hear sbout ihs passing. I am sure he will be missed but his love for his family will always be there.
Tracy (Miller) Collins
September 23, 2009
I remember John playing Varsity Football. He was tenacious. My brother Bill was in the same class, and considered John and Gina friends. I remember, being a freshman at the time, also thinking how darn cute he was! My prayers are with you, his family. We'll catch up to him one of these days! Take care of one another.
Mike Wilga
September 23, 2009
Gina and Mr. Spatafore,
I was very surprised and saddened to hear of John's passing at such an early age. When I received the email the first thing that came to mind was his smile. I don't know what it was but there was just something about that smile that stuck in my mind. He always seemed so confident and secure. Our prayers are with you all at this time of sadness. I think we all know John has gone to a much better place. May he rest in Peace.
September 23, 2009
Spatafore Family: if you would like a special rosary said for John, let me know.
David Acree
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September 23, 2009
Please except my sincere sympathy for the loss of John. My prayers are with you.
Karen (Swarberg) Frost,
Steve Brown
September 23, 2009
Dear Gina & Family
I am truly sorry to hear about John's passing. May his passing be tempered by the fond memories and continued love you have for him.
Gregg Reneau
September 23, 2009
Gina and Mr. Spatafore
I'm not sure there are words that can express the sadness I feel about John's passing. I spent so much of my childhood over at the house on Peppertree, and I will always consider you as family. My love to you both - and thank you for all the years you welcomed me into your home.
David Acree
September 23, 2009
Dear Spatafore Family: my deepest condolences on John's passing. Know what he and his survivors will be in my prayers.
Gary Swarberg
September 23, 2009
Dear Gina,
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your brother, John. When I received the very sad announcement, I took out my Marian "71" Gauntlet and started reminiscing. It brought back very fond memoirs of you and John. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this trying time.
Gail Sumpter
September 23, 2009
Dear Spatafore Family - I am so sorry to hear about John's passing. I have many fond memories of Marian and they include John and Gina. You were both a big part of the class of '73. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jim VanVleck
September 23, 2009
Dear Gina and Mr Spatafore,
My deepest condolences go out to you. I will always have many great memories of good times with John ,he will be missed.John and your family were always so great to me .God bless you and his family
Manny Silva
September 22, 2009
Dear Gina and Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I have fond momories of you, John and your Dad. No one can bring John back but the great memories, his smile and great personality will live on in our minds and hearts. May the Holy Spirit help you in your time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Jodie Pratte
September 22, 2009
Gina:
So sorry for your family's loss. I was overwhelmed by a flood of childhood memories of your brother, my brother and my father all at once when I read the notice. His green sportscar was a fixture outside my front door. He and Marc were inseparable. He added so much to our family then. May you all find peace and strength to carry you through this difficult time.
September 22, 2009
Dear Mr. Spatafore and Gina, I am so saddened to hear about John. I remember how much fun he was when we were kids on Peppertree Rd. and his great smile. All the girls loved him because he was "so cute." I pray that you get through this difficult time with the comfort of knowing what a great guy Johnny was. Gina, please email if you ever feel like it - I would love to hear from you.
Love,
Wendy Greenfield
Teresa Russell
September 22, 2009
Dear Gina and Mr Spatafore
I am so very very sorry to hear about John. I so clearly remember his smile and Laughoh and his great Sense of Humor
He and Marc Pratt kept us laughing all through high school with LATER A DUDE
May God Bless you and your family
Teresa Russell
September 22, 2009
Gina,
I would like to send a donation to Childrens Hospital and does John have a middle name and I need your address.
Thank you.
Minnie Ellis Maloof
Minnie Maloof
September 22, 2009
Dear John and Gina,
I am so sorry to read about Johnny today. Can not find your phone number to talk to you. I have so many great memories of Johnny and you. Please accept my deepest sympathies. And my prayers to all of you. God be with him--- I am so saddened by his death.
Much Love,
Minnie Ellis Maloof
carey orozco harrington
September 22, 2009
Gina and Mr. Spatafore,
My sister Toni caught this announcement and sent it to me. We were a small Marian family back then and we are all so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and heartfelt condolences to you. I still think of your family when I drive by the old house. Such a beautiful family, and John was such a sweet guy.
September 22, 2009
Dear Spatafore Family, so sad to hear of Johns passing. I will always remember him with that great smile and the good times we spend so many years ago. My deepest sympathies are with you ,Liz Anton Barone
Teresa Downs
September 22, 2009
To Gina,
I am so sorry to hear about John. It has been many years since I have seen him, probably at Marian. I have tons of memories of hanging with you and John at your house on Pepper Tree. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers,
Teresa Downs (Albertson)
September 22, 2009
I am so sorry and saddened by John's death.I have wonderful memories with John..he was always so kind,fun,and a wonderful person.John has always had a special place in my heart.May all of your family be comforted with God's peace.
Love,
Margie Palumbo Downey
September 22, 2009
John and Gina-
What can I say but how sorry I am to hear about Johnny. He was such a beautiful young man and I remember seeing him a few years ago, and how nice that was. I have fond childhood memories being neighbors and school mates. My prayers are with you.
With love,
Stephanie Ellis Sanchez
Mike Spethman
September 22, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Spatafore family.
John was a great guy who loved his family and was incredibly proud of his kids.
God bless him, and all of you during this very difficult time.
Mike Spethman and family.
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