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Memories and Condolences
for John Boland
Sharon Tansom
December 24, 2006
Dear Teri, Seeing John's beaming smile brought back only the best of memories of the years of having your family as our neighbors. Thinking of you all as you celebrate the life of a good man.
Doug Setley
December 23, 2006
Teri & Family,
I just heard about your loss yesterday. I so sorry, espically at this time of the year. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Molly Thorsen Connolly
December 18, 2006
Dear Teri, Chris, Nikki and Tommy,
It has been a long time since I've seen you (15 years?) and just wanted to say having wonderful neighbors like you was a big part of my childhood. I have fond memories of Mr. Boland and know he will be dearly missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Gatto
December 16, 2006
Dear Terri and Family,
We want you to know that you are in
our prayers and thoughts. Terri, your marriage was a witness to all
who knew you. I'm sorry I had to
miss the mass celebration for John.
We had a family Christmas party today. But know that you are in my
daily mass prayers. Your former
work buddy, Kathy Gatto
Michael Thorsen
December 16, 2006
Dear Boland Family:
I remember John, or as he was to me my neighbor growing up on Glen Oaks Ave as respecfully "Mr.Boland". He was always a very friendly man to me and my family and we new him best as having the best lawn and landscaping on the block! When I was old enough to finally be able to mow our lawn, I could never be able to keep up with Mr.Boland and make our lawn shorter than his at our property border! I know when I played football and baseball in his backyard with Chris, he had many reservations as to how bad we growing athletic boys were tearing up his lawn! I also remember he loved to grill out on the deck/ BBQ and was quite the cook if my memory serves me right. All my best to the family, and know we all will miss him dearly!
Michael Thorsen,
Colleen (Gibbons) Hecklinger
December 16, 2006
Terri and family,
I am so sad. What a wonderful guy. I'll always remember when John coached our girls Como Rec softball team. He was so much fun. God Bless.
Terri and John Halloween 2006
Scott Ostervik & Andrea Dopkins
December 15, 2006
Being a neighbor for only a few months, it’s amazing how much of an impression John and Terri have bestowed upon us. We are very saddened for the passing of John. It was always a treat to come home and see John fiddling around with something, having him stopping over to say “hi,” or starting off a conversation with “Well I’ll tell ya’ somethin’.” He was always in wonderful spirits and good humor. John and Terri were a big part of our decision to purchase the house. We met John the day we looked at the house and he talked to us as if we had been his neighbors for 30 years. That’s the kind of person he was and we will never forget the time we were able to spend with him. And for that we would like to say “Thank You John,” you and your family are in our hearts forever.
Lisa, Mike, Graham, Quinn and Foley Whittier
December 15, 2006
Terri,
We are so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed talking to John out in the driveway, while he was shoveling, mowing, painting mailboxes, etc. We enjoyed getting to know you and John better at the Halloween Party we were at. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Puja Shah
December 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pam, Tim and Amanda Remer
December 15, 2006
Boland Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss of your loved one. This is a difficult time for you and we will keep you in our prayers.
Treasure your memories that you had with John and celebrate his life when you are ready.
We lost our daughter a month ago and know the whole that your loved one is leaving in your life right now.
May God bring you peace.
We are blessed to be friends of Krista's.
Al and Shari Mitchell
December 15, 2006
Terry and Family--We would like to express our sadness to you. John was a great person and will definitely be missed.
Kate Higgins & Jen Crum
December 15, 2006
Dearest Perri and Family-
Our hearts go out to you and your entire family during this trying time. You are all in our prayers.
All Our Love and Support-
kellie barry carter and addison brooks
December 14, 2006
Perri and family - Your father has left behind a thousand moments that will live in your hearts forever. Please know, at this difficult time that you are in so many thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you...and love you.
Mike, Jen & Charlie Wigton
December 14, 2006
One of my favorite passages: "Rather than mourn the absence of the flame...celebrate how brightly it glowed." Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Jack and Terry christenson
December 14, 2006
Teri and family:
What a neat person John was. It was always a pleasure to see him and his warm smile. We always felt good after talking with him. He will be missed in the community.
Char L
December 14, 2006
Perri, her 4 "boys" & family,
You're right, your dad is darling. I am sorry that you're having to grieve this signicicant loss. I am glad you're celebrating the significant gain that he has been on your life. He has left a significant gift behind for each of you. See you soon. Peace & love, Char L.
Sandy Douglas
December 14, 2006
Teri and family, I am so sorry. John was a wonderful, funny, caring and loving man. I pray that you will find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have of him. May God grant you peace and understanding. My deepest consolences.
Sandy Douglas
Sue Iaizzo
December 14, 2006
My Dear Terri and family,
I was so sorry to read this today about John's passing. I can't begin to tell you had sad I am in my heart for you and the family. He always had such a lovely smile and he was a wonderful man...you all were very lucky to have shared his life with him. He was lucky as well! My God be with you all during this difficult time and I am so, so sorry I am not there for you. Please find strength in those around you and all of those who love you every so deeply to get you thru this time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Big hugs and many, many pratyer sent from Norway to your hearts.
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