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Sis Kari posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Well John, this is the last chance I have to write here and tell you how much I miss you. I'm sure you are having fun with Alicia, and J.P. I guess I still have a lot to do here with Katie and Brian before I can join all of you. I know though that someday we will be together again. Until that day, Bro, you will always be on my mind and in my heart. I love you and I miss you.
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Cousin Amanda, with Aunt Vi back in the Sault posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2013
I remember John from many, many years ago -- he was still a teenager at home when I was a child, and I remember him being a fun older cousin. I only just found out about his passing when I tracked down Karen to tell her we lost my mom, his cousin Pam. Sending all my love to the close family, and missing you all. It's been too long!
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Sis Kari posted a condolence
Friday, September 7, 2012
Has it really been six months since you left us, a half a year. I so miss my playmate. I have kept my promise to you. I have been there for Cassie and Mercy. I have not forgotten that you asked us to take care of them. I have called and visited them, even watched scary movies with Cassie. I like her and enjoy the time we spend together. You're right, she IS so cool. I will see you one day.
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Freda Hopkins posted a condolence
Sunday, April 22, 2012
I was shocked and saddened to hear you left this place and went to be with Your Mother and other Family members. Sorry for your loss Family and Cassie.
John, you were a good husband to me and a great step Dad to My children. My Son Fred grew up knowing you as DAD.
Sweet dreams My friend!
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Rayleen Gardner posted a condolence
Sunday, April 22, 2012
I believe the last time I saw you, John was almost 9 years ago. I am shocked and saddened to hear that you have left this place under the sun. I was looking through some old photos just the other day, family outings and those damn
holiday portraits, and i smiled when the rush of memories overtook me. I remember reading my schoolpapers to you and how encouraging you were and imaginative and openminded. You made me excited about school and about going to college. I wish that i still had the chance to get back in touch, to thank you, to introduce you to my son. Someday he will ask me about you, and i will smile as i share with him all the awesome birthday cakes you made and pinatas we all beat and all the happy times i got to have on my summer and Christmas vacations on Delphi. Goodnight John dream well, we will all see you in the morning.
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Rayleen Gardner posted a condolence
Sunday, April 22, 2012
I believe the last time I saw you, John was almost 9 years ago. I am shocked and saddened to hear that you have left this place under the sun. I was looking through some old photos just the other day, family outings and those damn
holiday portraits, and i smiled when the rush of omemories overtook me. I remember reading my schoolpapers t o you and how encouraging you were and imaginative and openminded. You made me excited about schoo lol and about going to college. I wish that i still had the chance to get back in touch, to thank you, to
To introduce you to my son. Someday he will ask me about you, and i will smile as i share with him all the awesome birthday cakes you made and pinatas we all beat and all the happy times i got to have on my summer and Christmas vacations on Delphi. Goodnight John dream well, we will all see you in the morning.
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Dave the Dudeist posted a condolence
Sunday, March 18, 2012
The big picture. It’s hard to see the big picture. Whether we’re looking at it from an apt. in west Olympia or the deck of a boat we wonder what it’s all about. Is there a big picture, or is it just random? I fer one sure don’t know.
I be an ordained minister in the Church of Latter Day Dudes. As a Dudeist we believe in taking it easy, not breaking a sweat, not gettin’ too upset over small shit. In a word, abiding.
A Dudeist (unlike a lot of the world) has an innate sense of what’s right and wrong, what’s worth getting upset over and what’s not.
In my humble opinion Johnny was a Dudeist in the purest sense. He knew inherently what was good or bad and lived his life accordingly.
Why are we here on this blue orb in space? I think we’re here for the life, the fun, & the people we love. I may be outta my league here man. But, what the heck, y’know?
We’re all made up of stardust. Stardust from exploding stars of the distant past. Every atom in our bodies came from somewhere else. Originally our parents gathered them together and made us. We consumed other atoms and became what we are today, and eventually we’ll recycle back to that stardust.
But our spirit, our consciousness is something that I also think was created out of the cosmos, and returns to the cosmos when we’re done with our physical beings.
So you see I think Johnny’s not gone. He’s just changed forms. As the quintessential game master he’s shape-shifted on us, laughing as always, waiting for us to figure it out. But he’s always close about…
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Carla Schlecht, friend posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
I had the pleasure of knowing John briefly while he was treated at the Lymphedema Clinic. He had such passion and love for life, God, and Cassie. I very much enjoyed and learned from the long conversations we had about everything from faith, family, recipes and what is important in life. He always made me laugh. Funny thing is I just re read a letter he wrote and shared with me several years ago about his faith in God, trusting in the process of living life and love. He was a good man and a gift in my life. My deepest sympathy to Cassie, his family and friends.
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Chrissy Zingelman posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Unca John has always been in my life. From the time I was a little girl learning to walk and speak, read and write, to the time I became a headstrong, difficult Teenage girl who wanted nothing but for people to see things from her point of view. I can't remember a Christmas party, Thanksgiving, 4th of July or Halloween where I didn't at least hear from him. He was always there. I could call him up any time, talk to him... And we could talk for hours about anything, or about nothing at all. He was a outstanding story teller, an amazing chef, a hilarious comedian, and a brilliant intellectual. He was one of the most inspirational and influential people in my life. He was one of the few people I didn't mind calling me "Mary Chrissy". I miss him terribly, but I know, one day, we will meet again.
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Nancy Govaars posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
I met John while working at the Lymphedema Clinic and knew at once that he was a really good guy. I will remember many things about him; the laughter and jokes, the talk of food and recipes (I can't think of Frank's Red Hot Sauce without thinking of John), his love of family and friends and his joy in Playmobile toys.
If I will miss these things they can not begin to describe the loss his family must feel!
My deepest sympathies on your loss. May you remember the good, the laughter and joy he brought to your lives.
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Your favorite sister; Peggy Ratcliffe posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
My dearest brother, my husband John use to say he could tell which sibling I was talking to on the phone by my tone, and when I talked with you it was with great laughter and joy. Brother John, you had a gift for looking at the world in the most comical way. Thank you for sharing that gift, and all the joy you brought into my life. I love you Johnny. I will be forever grateful for the gift of knowing you. Be at peace. Love, Peggy PS you can now collect on that nickel bet that I lost to you
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Uncle Fred posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
To Johnny's Family,
So sorry for your loss; you are in my thoughts.
Love, Uncle Fred Lakner
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Michael Manviller (Karen's Husband) posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
John was my brother-in-law and more. He was, to me, the Brother I always wished I'd had. I miss him a lot already and the world is a darker place without him.
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Paul F. & Linda Lakner posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Sorry to hear of the loss of a family member so young and loved.
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Laurie, posted a condolence
Monday, March 12, 2012
We are all very sad to hear that John passed, he was the light to the room. Always the first to say hi, how are you and always interested in what you had to say. Always a gentle giant with his hugs, always feeling the love from his hugs. That is what mom Laurie always said about him. He truly will be missed by all. Our prayer and thoughts go out to all of you. until we meet again.
Love, Laurie, Dedbie, Paul, Lori, Nick, Dennis and Josh
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Barbara Hofferle posted a condolence
Monday, March 12, 2012
Dear Cassie, Mercy and Lakner Cousins,
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss of John. I hope knowing that others share your sadness will, in some way, help to comfort you. You are in my heart and prayers.
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Mercy Gilbert posted a condolence
Monday, March 12, 2012
john was the only person I considered to be my father. he always was there for me and was the neatest person i know. I will never forget john.
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Robert Z posted a condolence
Monday, March 12, 2012
Unka was a good man; I only knew him for as long as I have lived thus far, but in those years, we had great times together. The memories that stick out the most to me were all of the times he came over and we played D&D. I watched my character, and myself, grow as we played. He was a good storyteller: Almost every time we gamed, a moment was created. There was no empty bellies when we gamed, either. My unka was an outstanding cook, and I am glad he was able to pass his knowledge on to my dad and brother before he was called from this world. Out of every uncle, aunt, or cousin I have, I probably knew him the most, and I shall definitely miss him. Unca, if you are listening, know that we all miss you very much, but your memory, heart, and good will shall live on. Thank you, Unca, for everything.
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William Zingelman posted a condolence
Monday, March 12, 2012
My Uncle John was My Big Brother, my Role Model, and the Man I had the most respect for on this planet. I am who I am because I was never a burden for Johnny, but an opportunity for adventure in imagination. We all lost our Patriarch; that Warmest and Most Forgiving Friend who always made us smile til you laughed and laughed til you cried. I will continue to be the type of man he helped me to become. I know he knew what he meant to me. It was an priviledge to have known this kind and gentle spirit. I told him everytime I saw him that I loved him. Thank you, Brother. IT IS NOT GOODBYE UNCA! IT IS UNTIL WE GAME AGAIN!!!!!!
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Jessie Conerly posted a condolence
Monday, March 12, 2012
Rest in Peace my fellow Tyndale Lancer and Dormmate. God has you now but I will rememeber all the goodtimes we shared as Brothers in Christ. Prayers go out to all the family.
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Kari (Karen) Manviller posted a condolence
Saturday, March 10, 2012
John was my brother, and I am the one who found him. In God's mercy, John went to sleep in bed, and awoke with the loved one who had proceeded him. He showed no sign of pain or distress.
John often said, "I'm just a kid playing in the backyard, waiting for Dad to call me in for supper." I'm sad that John can't come out and play anymore, he was so much fun. I know, though, that we'll have lots of fun at suppertime.
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Ken Johnson posted a condolence
Saturday, March 10, 2012
John was my room mate in college for a year. He taught me everything about cooking and having fun. In the twenty years since college I have never laughed as much or as hard as when I was with John. He had a big heart. I lost track of him over the years and just recently found him again through facebook. I will miss him here on earth but look forward to the day we see each other in heaven.
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Barbara Henson posted a condolence
Saturday, March 10, 2012
I miss you Unca! You were so special to all of your nieces and nephews. That's why you were the Unca Unca! I wish you could have been a part of your unborn niece or nephews life. What I will miss the most is the "Hey Sweetie!" and big warm hug I got every time I saw you. Although we all ache for you here on earth, may you rest in peace and know you were loved. I am especially grateful that you were blessed with Cassie and Mercy. Now your tired body and heart can rest eternally but your love and spirit will remain with us forever. Love you!
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Mickie Hale posted a condolence
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Of John's five sisters, I am the oldest. I was almost 14 when he was born. We were all so happy to have a boy in the family and what a boy he was. He was fun and funny and a real prankster and storyteller and he stayed that way his whole life. He never lost that childlike joy and wonder of living. He could always make you laugh. He was a hero and role model to my kids and all his nieces and nephews. That kid in him made him one of them that they could talk to and laugh and have fun with. My heart breaks for them and I will always miss him. I only had one brother but I couldn't have had a better one.
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Cassie Gilbert posted a condolence
Saturday, March 10, 2012
I am a very lucky woman to have had John in my life. There is no one on earth like him. I lost my best friend and my significant other. John, I will love and miss you the rest of my days. Cassie
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Karie Lynn Lapham Fay posted a condolence
Friday, March 9, 2012
John, they say that there will be no more tears in Heaven. But we on Earth cry for our loss of you. You are such a special man with a gift for love that is so very rare. Until we meet again, we will miss you. We love you so very much. Karie
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