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for J. Hasselbach
Ed and Janice Fuhs
July 15, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
July 11, 2008
My deepest sympathy to your family...I had the opportunity even though limited to work and know J.D....he always put you at ease and helped with whatever issues a person had. So very sorry for your loss.
Brenda Semple - Celotex
bart webster
July 1, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about JD. I live in Phoenix Arizona and met JD about 5 years ago briefly when he was here for a company event. I feel blessed to have known him even though they were mostly phone conversations. I was his Antigua Golf rep in which we did polos with his company logo. I will never forget him calling (always toward the end of the day) and going over which shirts he wanted......these conversations are usually 10-15 minutes but JD's were 45-50 minutes. miss him already. I am soo happy to see that he had such an extended family and the beauty of grandchildren!! God bless
Jack Hansen
July 1, 2008
From a retired Celotex friend my heartfelt sypathies go out to your family. J.D. was a class act and someone you should be very proud of. He had many friends in the Building Materials Industry and will be missed.
Noreen Hibbits
June 30, 2008
Dear Elaine and Family,
It is difficult to tell you how deeply sorrowful we feel about JD's untimely death.
What started many years ago at GAF as a business relationship between JD and I became a warm friendship. It was a privilege to have known him so well, and I will never forget his thoughtfulness, kindness and humor. JD had a special gift of making the joys of life contagious, at every sales meeting JD was part of the entertainment to the entire group. JD always coordinated every golf outing GAF held, he had fun and made every tournament successful. JD, I will truly miss you as a colleague and friend. With great personal sorrow, I ask to share your loss and to extend my heartfelt sympathy to you Elaine, your children and grandchildren.
With sympathy,
Noreen & Tom Hibbits
Rita England
June 30, 2008
Dear Elaine and family,
I was sorry and shocked to hear of J. D.'s passing. I know he'll be missed by a LOT of people.
It has been years since I've seen him at the conventions with my husband, Bill England. He thought a lot of J. D.
You're all in my thoughts and prayers, as I know the pain of losing your husband.
Sincerly,
Rita England
Larry Rayburn
June 30, 2008
Joan and I were very saddened to hear that J.D. had passed away. I had the privilege of working with J.D. when doing legal work for the Celotex Roofing Division. I always enjoyed working with him. His bright smile and engaging personality won him friends all over the country. Our prayers are for J.D.'s family and many friends during this sad and difficult time. Heaven will have more laughter than ever now that J.D. has gone home to be with the Lord.
Rick Gelatka
June 30, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of JD. I will always remember him as a mentor, boss and friend at Celotex.
JD will be remembered as the "People Person", which he was! JD always treated people with respect and dignity and his cheerful persona will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hasselbach family.
God Bless!
Elaine Mulder
June 30, 2008
I worked with JD for many years with Celotex. He was one of my favorite bosses. My condolences go out to this family. He will be truly missed.
Jim Shuler
June 30, 2008
Dear Elaine,
What a shock! I was fortunate to work for J.D. at Celotex. His early passing just reminds us all that we should appreciate each day God gives us.
Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim and Linda Shuler
Nancy Moorer Rye
June 30, 2008
All of us at Columbia Wholesale would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. J.D. was very instrumental in helping Columbia Wholesale become successful in our local roofing market industry. I will always be grateful for his guidance and direction.
Dave Terhune
June 30, 2008
Just a quick memory from me...... walking the show floor in Reno one year at a Western States Roofing Show and here I see JD in the junction of two isles of the show, probably 12 - 15 people all drinking in a story he's telling and they all erupt in laughter as he smiles.... looks over at me and shoots me a wink.
JD had more charisma and personality then anyone I've ever known. It's a great loss.
Dave Terhune
Rhonda Coleman
June 30, 2008
I have had the great pleasure of working with JD through Gulfeagle Supply for the last 16 years. He was truly a wonderful person and will be missed. My prayers are with his family in this time of sorrow.
Jenna Ehrhardt-Prince
June 30, 2008
To the entire Hasselbach family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the pleasure of working with J.D. for 5 years and I was saddened to hear this news. You have my deepest sympathy.
Andrea Sharp
June 30, 2008
Elaine & Family,
our deepest sympathies to you at this time.
Andrea Sharp (Chambers) Celotex Corporation
Mark & Brandy Lazzara
June 29, 2008
Dave and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times. May God give you all strength and know that you will now how a special angel watching over your family.
Lois and Bob Moser
June 29, 2008
Elaine and Family
There are no words we can offer to ease the pain. From 2718 Digby Ave, our weddings, our children's weddings we have traveled a lot of miles. J.D. clearly was my Best Man.
As Sandi Patty tells us in one of her songs, there is another time and another place, where we will seek one glimpse of Jesus's face. Luke tells us "To day shalt thou be with me in paradise" (23:43).
May our Risen Lord and Savior be with you all and provide comfort, peace and understanding.
God Bless and Love,
Lois and Bob
Jerry Roberts
June 29, 2008
Sorry for your loss.
I very much enjoyed working with J.D. at Celotex. Our deepest sympathy.
Mike Finster
June 29, 2008
Dear Elaine and family,
We were fortunate to have known JD on a professional and personal level for over 10 years. My brother, John, and I are blessed to have such a fine mentor. His combination of intelligence and humor is unmatched and will serve as a good example for all who knew him.
JD was present at our father's wake and funeral two years ago which meant so much to us. His presence and humor in our time of loss is forever appreciated. Time will eventuall bring some comfort as the tears will be replaced with smiles as you recall all the wonderful memories.
If God ever needs a smile then JD's list of 'You know you're a redneck jokes' would serve as a good start. I consider myself lucky to have known him and we are all grateful the Lord allowed limited suffering for JD and your family.
Rest in Everlasting Peace and I am sure you have already made your second hole-in-one but this time the drinks are on the House.
Mike and Marybeth Finster
Deb and Jay Mitchell
June 29, 2008
Dear Elaine, David, Steve, and Kristin and families:
It has been years since we have all seen one another. But Jay and I do want to express our sympathies to all of you. JD was a great man and father. He will truly be missed by many in the business and your personal circles. I know that my parents (Bob and Shirley)thought an awful lot of him and are very upset about his untimely death. I want to thank you all for your kindness and love and including my parents when they were visiting in Florida. I know that they looked forward to the time with all of you and often shared photos and stories of fun, food, and family - esp when those Buckeyes lost to the Gators! Treasure your memories and seek solace in the love you share.
Richard Gonzmart
June 29, 2008
Dear Elaine & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of JD. I like to remember him always smiling and laughing. He loved life and his family. Those years as your neighbors in Lago Vista were the best times of our life, watching our children growing up together and having fun.
I will keep the family in my thoughts & prayers during this most difficult time and pray that God welcome JD to eternal peace.
Patti Tamayo
June 28, 2008
Dear Elaine and family,
May JD's wit continue to live on through all of you. His humor and ability to connect with people enhanced many a business trip/event for me! Elaine, I grieve for you and with you, darling. Love and hugs, always, patti tamayo
Jerry Mathieu
June 28, 2008
J.D. was a very Special Husband, Father, GrandFather, Friend and Businessman. He will be missed by all. On behalf of Myself and Everyone at GM Elite Construction, our Deepest Sympathy goes out to his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Chris Gallagher
June 28, 2008
I met JD through Neil Spillane 22 years ago, and was so impressed with him as a person. He was a super person.
Doug Crabb
June 28, 2008
Elaine,
Cindy and I are deeply saddened by your loss. While JD and I competed for several years in the business, I always held a tremendous level of respect for JD, the man. He was an icon in our business, and we have been blessed by spending the time we did with both you and JD. He will most definitely be missed. You and your family will be in our thoughts in this difficult time.
Doug & Cindy Crabb
Helen Gonzalez
June 28, 2008
I enjoyed working with J.D. at Celotex. My deepest sympathy to Elaine, your children and grandchildren.
Jo Ann (Beckett) Tomes
June 28, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Kevin Hull
June 28, 2008
To the family of J.D,
I offer my deepest sympathies for your loss. J.D. was a fine man and I learned many life lessons from him in the roofing/shingle business as well as out of it.
My own Father will be 63 in September and I do not know what I would do without him. I am deeply saddened by your loss.
God Bless You All and may J.D. emphasize to those above, "Always Granule Side Up" !
Be Well,
Kevin
James Joyce
June 28, 2008
JD was a great neighbor and friend. He was always concerned about the "other person." Our deepest condolences to Elaine and his family.
Chuck Steiner
June 28, 2008
Dearest Elaine, Ellie, David, Steve and Kristin:
Carol, Charles, Lauren and I were shocked and saddened to hear of J.D's passing. We are so very sorry. We mourn with you - and are asking for God's blessings on you all.
Your husband, son and father was a bright light in our world. I know he loved you all very much.
J.D. loved life and lived it fully - and he loved his friends. And for all of us, we were better for knowing and loving him back. The warmth and respect J.D. had for his friends was genuine - and this was reflected in the form of loyal and willing customers and co-workers - who thought the world of him. J.D. had the gift of commanding respect without being demanding.
J.D. was a winner. He was a professional. J.D. was "a delight" to us all (to steal from one of his old speeches.).
J.D. was a close friend and mentor to me - and I will miss him very much. This world is a lesser place without J.D. in it.
I'll remember the very happy days of raising families, working side-by-side and traveling and golfing together (He beat me like a drum!).
J.D. had the gift of knowing what to say that would make you smile. And even though its hard to smile right now... I know that in days to come, when we think of J.D. we'll all smile and remember a particular instance - a phrase - or a look from that wonderful and genuine man God gave us for such a short while.
I thank God for gving us J.D. - and am asking Him, as your Heavenly Father, to watch closely over you and grant the strength to bear your grief.
Much love to you,
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Dan & Sandy Thomas
June 28, 2008
The sparkle in his eye...
The joy in his smile...
Are tattoos in my memory now...
They made fade...
But will never go away...
God Bless you...
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