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Celebration of John's Life

July 23, 2013

John joined our family sixteen years ago. Who would have guessed that he would have touched each and every one of our lives in such unique and wonderful ways. I can remember the first time John made such a huge impact on me...

My class reunion was coming up again, I had never gone before, because as a 5'11, shy girl in high school I always felt ackward. I felt no reason to really attend any of them in the past, but John explained that it was like the ugly duckling story and that I really needed to go back to reconcile the past. He felt that once I went I would have fun and feel much better about my high school memories. 

He insisted that I have the "right" dress...one that would make a fashion statement. Mom, John and I hit the malls. I tried on and modeled dress after dress...not finding the "right" one. Tirelessly, he trudged on with us. Finally, John suggested Saks Fifth Avenue, not a store that I was accustomed to shopping in on a young mother/teachers budget. Of course, we found the "right" dress there and it only cost (on sale) a mere 500.00 dollars! My heart fell when I saw the price tag. We hung it back on the rack and headed to a more reasonably priced store. You can only imagine my surprise and sheer delight when a few days later John and Beverly showed up at my home with my dress! Unbeknownst to me, John had  worked extra shifts and hours to pay for my gorgeous dress!   

Other than my wedding dress, I have never felt beautiful in a gown before. I had so many compliments at my reunion. I have worn my "princess" dress since the reunion to gala's and such...each and every time I get so many compliments. Thank you John for making me feel like a princess at the ball! 

John was always doing that kind of stuff. I called it love in action. He would roll up his sleeves and help anyone who needed it. He was so creative. He could remode/rennovate homes and businesses, he painted, he sang and danced. John was full of life and lived life to the fullest. He helped Mom create magical Christmas' and holiday memories. I have never had the same Christmas theme repeated in my entire life.     

John gave us what all the money in the world could not buy. He formed a loving friendship with my son, Taylor, and all the grandchildren. He stood by my mother's side faithfully and took care of her as well as their home. He gave me peace of mind that someone loved her, was with her and that she was well taken care of. He was her soulmate and I so enjoyed watching them scheming, laughing and giggling like two little kids, actually BFF kids.

It is impossible to put on a piece of paper the values of someone's life and the way they touched others, particularly someone like John. If you have a story that you would like to share or a comment, please share here on page.

Vickie