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Obituary
"The best moments in life are not the kind many historians record." -James Lee Burke
While many moments of John's life were tied to historical events, it is the smaller moments with friends, family, his students and colleagues that made his presence so special: a fishing trip, an ROTC ceremony, a Thanksgiving dinner. John appreciated simple things like a good book, strawberries, and tending to yard work, but also loved to talk about his trips …
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Memorial events are private
A scattering of ashes at sea is planned with just family in attendance in Spring 2023, near Ilwaco, Washington.
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I was his student in Louisville, Ga. He let me use the computer to get my admission decision to Harvard. My condolences…
I was his student in Louisville, Ga. He let me use the computer to get my admission decision to Har…
I was his student in Louisville, Ga. He let me use the computer …
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What were John's favorite foods?
Fig Newtons!!
Fig Newtons!!
Fig Newtons!!
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