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John Fortier Obituary

John Rene Fortier, PhD. Husband, father, brother, son. We feel the loss of his gentle soul, youthful heart and brilliant mind. He had the ability to inspire people of all ages to read beyond the text, to dream, to imagine, and to fulfill those aspirations. He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah (nee Lindblom) and daughter, Marieke (Richie) Brevaire; his mother-in-law, Evelyne Lindblom and sisters, Michelle (Daryl) Meyers and Susan (John) Miles. Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 1946 E. Lee Street on Friday, September 23, at 9:00 a.m. Visitation at the funeral home EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Road, Thursday, September 22, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Interment at East Lawn Palms Cemetery following the Mass at church. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Arthritis Association.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Sep. 21, 2005.

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Dear, sweet prince

Karen Gilbreath

December 4, 2005

John, No one can take away the joy and love and life you gave to so many. No one. You will always be here.

Bob and Ellen Brooks

October 6, 2005

Debbie and family:

We are without words. Our hearts are heavy with sorrow. We know we have lost a wonderful human being but have sent an angel into the heavens. If and when you are ready, please call.

Love,

Bob and Ellen and kids

Jeffrey Ross

September 21, 2005

Our prayers go out to family and friends of John.

marjory lange

September 21, 2005

My friend, now, like an eagle's, your eyes can view the sun without blinking. How much of wonder you have brought to your friends. In that, you remain with us, always.

John Paddison

September 21, 2005

My prayers go out to friends and family of John.

Joe Parkhurst

September 21, 2005

Dear friend, may flights of angels sing thee to thy rest. To all those conversations we shared resolving the world's problems. You made an inestimable difference. Love, Joe.

Mary Marrinan-Menchaca

September 21, 2005

May God and His angels hold you in the warm embrace of eternal love and understanding. Smile, my friend, for you are home.



Love,

Mary M-M

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