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John Barton Friends

Deerfield, MA
April 26, 1963 - April 14, 2026
Apr 26, 1963 - Apr 14, 2026
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Marcelo, Andrea, Pedro and Sa…
Marcelo, Andrea, Pedro and Sara (John's Goddaughter)
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Sodus Bay, New York, USA
John (center) with brothers Barry (right) and Todd (left)
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We are sending so much love to you the friends family! John was such a special kind and amazing human. He created a space where kids could grow and love learning! The stories after each day of math class were special and unique. His love for adventure and snowboarding excited our little Ellie! Thinking of you all during this difficult time and sending all our love. Heather, Wiley and Ellie 
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2016, Mount Monadnock, Jaffrey, NH, USA
After a successful hike to the top with the Full Circle Crew
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Our hearts go out to you all, Mary Ellen, Ellie, Caleb and family. Such an unimaginable loss of a kind, generous person, and far too soon. John touched many lives through his love of people and his energy to enjoy life. We are thinking of you all. 
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I was lucky to connect with John as kids on skateboards.  I always admired his ability to 'send it' so gracefully.  One night, we were skating at the Empire State Plaza.  It started to rain, so we decided to head to McDonalds at the bottom of State Street.  John sent it, top to bottom, leaving wakes in the pooling water.  We lost touch as time went by, but re-connected later in life on bikes.  At that point, I admired the life he lived and man he had become.  I will miss him very much.
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The Mount Greylock Go-Round
2024, Mount Greylock, Adams, MA, USA
The Mount Greylock Go-Round
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Full Circle Graduation
2023
Full Circle Graduation
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Maryellen, 

I am so sorry for your and your families loss.

Sue

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Mary Ellen, Ellie, and Caleb, we are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a wonderful teacher and adventure role model for our children, and a thoughtful and kind friend to our family over these years. He will be missed. ❤️
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USASA- November Summit
2018, Denver, CO, USA
USASA- November Summit — with Amy Navin/Adele Hill (Formerly St.Denis)
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Rolling Stones
2019, Burls creek canada
Rolling Stones
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World Cup and riding
2014, Brazil
World Cup and riding
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Barry, Todd, and John
Barry, Todd, and John
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Always working on his bike!
Always working on his bike!
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$2,620.00
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