My heartfelt condolences to the family for losing a precious gem. JP touched innumerable lives in more ways than one with his gentle, kind and endearing words, smile and humor. He will forever be in our hearts and memories.
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Shannon, I’m heartbroken to hear this. My condolences and prays, while not enough, all go to you, your children, and the entire family.
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My deepest condolences. JP was a wonderful friend and colleague. He was truly one of a kind. He always knew how to brighten any situation and made me laugh countless times. He was always supportive, listened and provided advice when needed. He was thoughtful and kind. I will miss hearing about recipes from Tik Tok and all of his stories. He was an amazing person and will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace JP.
My heart goes out to his family, he always spoke of you with a smile on his face and a light in his heart. ❤️
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Working with our friend JP was a gift . He showed up for me not just as a colleague, but as someone who genuinely cared — emotionally and professionally — and that made all the difference.
He had the best sense of humor, the kind that made even hard days lighter, and he never failed to remind me, in subtle ways, that I was capable and doing better than I thought. Every meeting with him left me feeling stronger and more confident than when I walked in.
Monday mornings with him were something I truly looked forward to — meetings I didn’t want to miss — because he made the work feel meaningful and the space feel human. He spoke often and lovingly of his family, and it was clear how deeply he loved them and how proud he was.
I will miss his presence, his laughter, his encouragement, and the steady way he made others better just by being there. My heart is with his family and everyone who loved him. He made a lasting difference in my life, and I will carry that with me.
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That JP and I remained such good friends, despite the fact that we consistently lived at least 1000 miles apart for most of the time that I knew him, speaks to his magnetism and attentiveness as a person and the warmth and generosity of his friendship. I will miss our conversations, our out-of-nowhere sports text messages and the times I spent catching up and talking about our lives as we grew older. Condolences to Shannah, Nicco, Mia and all who knew him. I will miss him.
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I had the opportunity to work with JP over the past year, and we often teamed up on projects and events. He was very intuitive and knew when I needed a little light to my day and was there to shine it. I’ll cherish the friendship we shared and miss his humor. He will be deeply missed, and his absence will be felt by so many. JP’s family - I hope you all find strength and love in each other as you navigate this new path, God bless you.
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As a childhood friend of JP and Shannah's, it comes as no surprise to me that his warm and witty ways continued into adulthood, and we're the foundation for a career based in caring and lightening others' loads. How fortunate Nicco and Mia were to love, be loved, and learn from this man. And what an inspiration to us all to see the partnership he and Shannah had through all these years. In my memories he was always, always so playful, smart, and genuinely invested in the person in front of him, and those he loved.
May the abundance of happy memories provide some solace. He is surely still with you, and forever in my heart.
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JP was truly one of a kind. Meetings were often accompanied by a song, joke or special greeting. Once we realized our shared Madison connection, we traded restaurant recommendations and stories. It’s so hard to imagine the office without JP. My deepest condolences to his family. May his memory be a blessing.
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Where do I even start? JP brought so much fun and joy and love to every day in the office. I have so many great memories of him. He once lost a bet, and had to sing the Ducks fight song in front of the whole department. He dared us to prank him each April Fools. One year we hung fliers throughout the building inviting callers (to JP’s cell phone) to give their best Chewbacca impersonations for a cash prize. His voicemail reached capacity before lunch haha. When he scored some small victories with our IT department, he insisted that people call him the “John Wick of Northwest Perm” because he could shoot his way through the bureaucracy. After covid, he would text me and another colleague every day with the dumbest Dad-jokes he could find on TikTok. I collected hundreds. He was the only person at work who would cold-call you (he was kind of famous for it), and it never bothered me. The calls were rarely about work, but rather just to check in, to see how the family was, or talk sports. He would end each call with “I love you”. I never doubted how much he cared for me, and everyone in his orbit. The gaping hole in our hearts will be impossible to fill. He is sorely missed.
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Sad we only got to connect for a brief time. I’ll miss ya, boss.
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“Some people leave a mark not by what they do, but by the care they show.”
When I think of JP, I think of the quiet grace with which he moved through the world. He had a way of making people feel seen, affirmed, and supported, especially in moments when the path felt unclear. His wisdom and kindness were gifts he gave freely. Though I did not know his family personally, it was always evident how deeply he loved you and how proud he was of his children. He carried his family in his heart and spoke of you with great love. My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow, and I hope you find comfort in knowing how deeply his presence touched so many lives.
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I am incredibly sad to hear this news and my heart goes out to J.P.’s family. It will be my privilege to read his book.
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Maya Angelou said “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” When I think of JP, I immediately thought of this quote. JP made me feel seen, validated, and worthy. He helped me see my way through tricky situations and always gave his support. He will be dearly missed. I didn’t know his family but you should know he was so proud of his kids and loved his family so much. In the times we chatted about our personal lives that was so very clear. My heart breaks for your loss.
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JP always made everyone around him feel important. I don't know if I ever saw him without a smile on his face. I have fond memories of learning opportunities directed by JP and he will be sorely missed.
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I want to express my deepest apologies. JP had a profound impact on how I think about myself and those around me. JP lovingly challenged me to engage with the world in new ways and to sincerely strive for understanding when approaching others. Because of JP, I am a better person. I am especially grateful for the times JP supported me during my moments of loss, offering words that truly resonated with my heart. I hope that the memories of JP’s compassion and wisdom bring comfort to others, just as they have comforted me.-Matt Tam
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