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Eugene Anthony Japour

Eugene Japour Memoriam

JAPOUR - Eugene Anthony, 76, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2002. Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Apr. 27, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Japour

15 Entries

Pam Japour

May 25, 2002

Where does one begin when it comes to expressing the upmost gratitude and appreciation for one who has influenced so many in such positive and loving ways. Gene and Darryl were the parents of the man I am married to today. They took John to raise in their home, provided memorable vacations, and over saw his educational needs. I have the greatest respect and appreciation for Gene and Darryl for a job well done. As as result of your efforts and uncondtional love, I am extremely happy in my marriage to the most wonderful man on earth. Thank you for you unending love and inpact on so many lives. Gene will be missed, but never forgotten.

Sincerely,

Pam

Ronald Henderson

May 21, 2002

Gene Japour was my second Father and best friend. He introduced me to the historical and best cullinary spots in Jacksonville, St. Augustine and even parts of Georgia. I have never seen a man get more meat from a crab(!)or have a kinder word for a complete stranger. He was an eternal optimist and stressed that your plight in life is never improved by complaining.

Having no kids of his own, Gene helped raise many - including a forty year old transplanted Texan. He and Darryl helped me through the toughest period of my life and continued to be my best friends 1,000 miles away.

I will miss him, but memories of his quick wit, love of animals, and cheerful disposition will give me comfort and make me smile for the rest of my life. I will never forget.

With love,

Ron Henderson

Dallas, Texas

Joan Rasbeary

May 19, 2002

Gene gave of his heart. I am a grateful recipient of his a caring, generous, witty, sweet nature. I am a grateful recipient of his kindness and love. I treasure the funny stories, the teasing and I cherish his memory~

Mother Teresa said "One filled with joy preaches without preaching" That was Gene~

Jana Rainey

May 9, 2002

It has been such an honor having Gene Japour in my life. As a small child "Uncle Gene" always told me I was pretty and always made feel "special". When I married for the "1st time", Uncle Gene was right there in supprt...helping happily at the reception and loaning the beach house for the honeymoon. When I married for the "2nd time and last time", Uncle Gene was again happy and supportive for me. The day my son was baptized Uncle Gene was there. What a wonderful man! He epitomized "unconditional love". I have been truly blessed by having had the honor or Gene Japour in my life. I can only hope that my son has the same zest and love for life that "Uncle Gene" had.

Barbara Campbell

May 5, 2002

Our sympathy and prayers are with you at this time in your loss. I did not personally know Gene, but worked with Darryl many years ago.

The Campbell Family,

Barbara, Rick, Elizabeth, David

John Japour

April 29, 2002

(Read at the grave side service)

My Uncle Gene was an uncommon and unique man.

He was very positive, honest, kind, encouraging, giving, and as a result, simple in his approach to life.

He always greeted you with a warm smile and always had a kind word to share.

It was obvious to all, that he was a man who loved his wife dearly.

He was a vivid reflection of his father before him.

He never met a stranger and was quick to share a smile, assistance, and an occasional joke.

While he was strong physically, which he displayed often like balancing 16 foot ladders or a crate full of cantaloupes with a single finger, his heart, his compassion was the strongest of all.

It was like he had 1 Corinthians 13 imprinted on his heart:

4:Love is never tired of waiting; love is kind; love has no envy; love has no high opinion of itself, love has no pride;

5: Love's ways are ever fair, it takes no thought for itself; it is not quickly made angry, it takes no account of evil;

6: It takes no pleasure in wrongdoing, but has joy in what is true;

7: Love has the power of undergoing all things, having faith in all things, hoping all things.

For me personally, Uncle Gene was my other father. He always made himself available to me. Always offered encouragement, support, and most importantly, Love.

A part of who I am today is a small reflection of Uncle Gene. I can only hope that I can pass on a small portion of what Uncle Gene passed on to me.

While I will miss him greatly, in my heart I carry around the fond, warm, and endearing memories.

With Love, John

al & ann flack

April 28, 2002

You have our prayers to help you at this time in your life.

Adam Robinson

April 28, 2002

(Read at the Graveside service)

Literature and the movies often portrayed the uncle as being mean to his nephews and nieces. That was definitely not the case with Uncle Gene. He was the “fun uncle” who was there to play with us and be genuinely interested in us. This involvement was not restricted to just me, but extended to my brothers and cousins, and finally my own daughters as I observed when he came to our house several weeks ago.

He does not replace my father but he was my “other father. The things he did: taught me to ride a bike, catch waves at Vilano, built an army tank for us, and even taught me to drive a car. Who can say the first car they drove was a Mercedes? And lets not forget the army soldiers. He started us with those soldiers, which provided hundreds if not thousands of hours of entertainment. I still cannot find those soldiers at mom and dad’s house.

Even as I grew up, he was there. He got me my first credit card and my first loan when I needed money to continue college. He even was there when I got my first house. But more importantly he was there to encourage me and give me those often needed pep talks when I was a wee bit discouraged.

My Uncle Gene lead a very productive life. With minimal formal education he still excelled through dedication to his work whether it was at Pantry Pride or at the Private Mini Storage. And he kept his mind sharp by staying aware of things happening especially in the field of business and investing.

He was so generous and friendly and I admired the way he seemed to know half the people in town. My mom knows the other half. He had the ability to be so friendly with people even if he had just met them.

I am sad is gone now, but I happy that his illness was so short. And more importantly, I am happy I can remember the great impact he has had on me.

Matthew Robinson

April 27, 2002

Uncle Gene was like a father to me. I remember the famous 'short cuts', the weekends at the beach house, the driving lessons, the candy from the store, the ability to balance the 16' ladder on one finger, the tank (the one Adam talked about), and the German WW2 helmet. But what I most remember about Uncle Gene was the true love that he gave to me, my brothers, my cousin John and everyone around him. I will always remember the trips and his voice. I will miss Uncle Gene very much but I will always be proud to have had him as a role model, a friend, and a great uncle.

I will see you again Uncle Gene and until then you take care.

Love Your Nephew,

Matt

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Robinson

April 27, 2002

The year is ended, and it only adds to my age;

Spring has come, but I must take leave of my home.

Alas, that the trees in this eastern garden,

Without me, will still bear flowers.

-Su T'Ing (670-727)

Mike Harper

April 27, 2002

Gene was a nice man and always happy when I saw him at the mini-storage, he will be missed very much.

Linda & Harvey Bryant

April 27, 2002

Gene will be greatly missed!

Kathi Hensley

April 27, 2002

"Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts. And we are never, ever the same."

Gene left footprints on my heart. I am blessed that I got to have him in my life for the short time I did.

He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

All my love and prayers to you, Darryl, in the coming days ~

Kathi

Torrence Davis

April 27, 2002

With deepest sympathy in the lost of your love one, and to let you know that many thoughts are there with you today. Friend and co-worker,"Pantry Pride".

Pat & Bob Davis

April 26, 2002

I meet Gene while he was working at Private Mini Storage with My Daughter and Son-In-law. Gene was a wonderful person to know, he was always happy, and a pleasure to be around. Gene will be dearly missed not only by his family but by the many people that came in contact with him from Private Mini Storage.

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