Karen, I saw a listing on Facebook for your home in Crested Butte and was going to send a note to John via Messenger. When I got to his page, I obviously saw condolences and was shocked, to say the least. I don't know what to say-there are no words to ease the void John leaves in your life. While people often complain about platforms like Facebook, it gave me the chance to know John and you, which I consider a blessing despite the years and miles between us. We only met in person one time, but I loved following John's daily posts and your cherished visits to Crested Butte. What a legacy and treasured history in that town. John and I started corresponding on Facebook after some photos were posted from my mother's childhood in CB. I think I sent some photos and a book my mother wrote about her family and their life in CB. Anyways, please know I am so very, very sorry for his passing. What a light and joy he brought to the world. Hugs from Boise. xoxo
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I’ve worked for John for only two years now, but it didn’t take long to see what a good man he was. John always had a great attitude and a very humble outlook on life, willing to help at any time.
He fought hard to survive during this battle and had a positive spirit that never wavered, even through the toughest days. His strength and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
I will continue to pray that he is in Heaven, as well as praying for his wife and family during this difficult time. May God bring you comfort and peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Greg Collins
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Working for John was something I’ll always be grateful for. He believed in me and helped me grow, and I’ll never forget that. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Karen, I am so sorry of the passing of John. May he always be in your thoughts and prayers.
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Karen. Bless you and your Family. Working at Shands Hospital i got to know John as he and i had similar rules in I.T. Communications. I remember him as well from school always fun to be around with his big smile and deep voice. I will miss him And pray to our Lord Jesus Christ that you and your family find peace in knowing we miss him and hes with our Savior Jesus.
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So sorry for John's passing! He will be missed and is already. Praying for the family <3 He was such a special friend and co-worker <3
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Karen and family. So sorry to hear of John's passing. Will be praying for all of you.
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Karen & Shane, I am so very sorry to hear of John’s passing! Though we never met in person, we had a sweet “family” connection! With John looking so much like my Daddy (who had already passed) we instantly connected ❤️ He will be so missed! We are praying for you all!💔
Love, Tracy Childers
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I will miss John’s uplifting and funny FB posts. Good man. We will miss him. Love you Karen and Shane and Jessica.
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No more pain John! Rest easy! 🌷🌹
I will miss your upbeat good morning posts that always made me smile! Made my day! You were so joyful and always had a joke and a smile to share!
You will be missed John by all!
Fly high as the mountains my friend
RIP John🧡💙
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Go rest high on that mountain, my friend! Thankful for your sense of humor and your friendship for way too many years to count. My sincere condolences to your family.
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Karen and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. However, I am certain John has already been welcomed “HOME “ by the “Sisters from Shongaloo”, your Grandmother “Mutelle” and your Aunt “Elaine “. May God bring you and your family Peace…
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So sorry to hear this sad news. I hope the Sago Palms we gave him are blooming in his honor. John was a good man!!
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Oh Karen and Shane, I am so sorry to hear this! He was truly a wonderful man. You and John always helped us when we hosted the TGIF. What a great dad for Shane and he dearly loved his grandsons. He will be missed 😢.
Kathy and John
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David and I were talking yesterday about how much fun we had at that Halloween party many moons ago. And the trip down the Itchetucknee with you, John, Allison and Jeff. John was one of a kind! He will be greatly missed! Love you, Karen! Much love to Shane, Jessica and the boys!
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John was 12 when he came into Fred's life and they had many great adventures over the years. The Bierys will always be considered our family. Karen's strength over the last few months has been amazing. We will miss John terribly, and will continue to keep Karen, Shane and Jess in our prayers. All our love, Fred & Mari Hamilton
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So very sorry Karen and family! I’m sure Connie is hugging on him!❤️🙏
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Karen, Shane, Jessica and the boys. I am so terribly sorry about your loss of John. He was always such a kind soul and could always bring a smile to my face. I will miss Good Brother, and I will be praying that your hearts with be able to heal a little bit. May God bless John and you all🩷
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Karen and Shane,
I am deeply saddened by the passing of John. I’m glad that I got to know him over the years. Such a good man with a positive attitude. May our Lord bring you peace in knowing he is loving hands.
Sam
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