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John Webber Obituary

JOHN WEBBER The Board of Directors and Staff of The Santa Fe Opera note with sadness the death of John Webber. Mr. Webber was a tireless and enthusiastic supporter of The Santa Fe Opera, and during his 9 years on the Board of The Santa Fe Opera Guild served variously in the capacity of President, Treasurer, and Vice President of Education. He was a past President of the Guilds of The Santa Fe Opera, Inc., an Ex-Officio of The Santa Fe Opera Board of Directors, and was currently serving as Guilds, Inc. Treasurer. John was a passionate opera lover and, while he travelled all over the world for performances, his greatest love was for The Santa Fe Opera. The entire company expresses its deep sympathy to his family. Susan G. Marineau, President Charles MacKay, General Director The Santa Fe Opera

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Published by Santa Fe New Mexican from Mar. 20 to Mar. 23, 2015.

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Diana & Fred Gillaspy

June 1, 2024

John was truly one of the "good ones." A true professional . . . And the dearest of friends. Sorely missed.

Peter Cowie

March 14, 2021

Still missing you and your laughter, John, although at least you missed the Coronavirus. Some people live on in the hearts and minds of those they knew, because of some force of personality, that many would call the soul.

Peter Cowie

March 12, 2016

John's devotion to opera was great, but don't forget he was a true film buff, back to the days he taught Film at San Francisco State. He and I toured Monument Valley in search of John Ford memories. He was a close friend, full of laughter and intelligence.

Della Cannings

August 11, 2015

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John Webber 2014 at Whitby, North Yorkshire UK with cousin Della

Della Cannings

June 11, 2015

I will miss my cousin John. It was lovely when he visited us in UK last year. I will remember him.

Christian Michelides

May 11, 2015

RIP. Wikipedia will miss Your thoughtful edits and Your kind way to participate in discussions. You gave a lot, thanks forever.

Bobbie Elliott

April 11, 2015

John's many contributions as SFO Docent and Guild member are well documented.
As VivaVerdi, he contributed scores of opera-related pieces to Wikipedia.
An innovator and tireless agent of change, he enriched all in the SFO extended family.
Last time I saw him, he and Don P. were happily setting up direction signs for a Guild event on a cold and snowy evening.
My condolences to Judi and to all his loved ones.

April 6, 2015

A very perfect, gentle knight.

March 30, 2015

John Webber was a strong dedicated and impressive leader. His enthusiasm and forthright drive was not always understood by his peers or co-workers. John supported the Santa Fe Opera and all of its endeavors with heartfelt love. He felt it an honor to be able to fulfill a lifelong dream. Barbara Carmona-Young, Past President of the Albuquerque Opera Guild.

Mark Dolton

March 25, 2015

John Webber was truly my best good friend.
He loved to laugh and horse around with and my little onea.
He has left me with the biggest hole.
I doubt I ever shall recover.

Janet Thompson

March 25, 2015

John was a good friend and patron of the Opera. I will miss him, his smile and his wise counsel.
Janet Thompson (ABQ, SFe, NM)

Judi Hadfield

March 24, 2015

Farewell my forever beloved John. You shall always be in my heart and memories.

"I'm sure Verdi himself has assembled a helluva chorus to welcome you." Jon Bush, our D.C. friend

You leave a big hole.

Chele Geyer

March 24, 2015

John Webber was an intelligent, loving and wonderful frienda beautiful soul. I will miss him greatly.

Sadie Knight

March 22, 2015

So sad to hear of John's passing. I remember him fondly for all his help with the History of the Guilds of the Santa Fe Opera.

Jane Stringfellow

March 22, 2015

John was a superb role model for everyone who aspired to appreciate, on the deepest of levels, the true meaning and beauty of opera. It was an honor for Charlie and I to know you and count you as a friend.

Carole Dace

March 22, 2015

Always in my thoughts. Forever in my heart.

Donald Percious

March 22, 2015

Our Friendship over the years was very special. I will miss you greatly my Friend. Rest In Peace.

Pascale Brady

March 21, 2015

Your Maryland friends will miss you dearly as well, dear John. Wish we had taken that long planned trip to Santa Fe ... now we won't get the back stage tour of the Opera. We hope that beautiful music welcomed you where ever you have traveled to. The music of your deep voice and your smiling and kind heart will sing in our memories forever.

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