We were HS classmates of John's. Our sympathies to his entire family. We are thinking of you at this terribly sad time.
Mitch and Jeri Travis
Jeri INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Brekke) Travis
June 3, 2013
Praying for strength for the family of John and for all that knew and loved him. John was a great friend from middle school through high school and had many friends that enjoyed being with him..he was always full of fun and had such a kind soul. May God Bless you!
Patty Tharp Serovy
June 3, 2013
I was also a classmate of John's from Marion High School. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers to his family and friends. Rest In Peace.
Jim Loes
June 3, 2013
I was a classmate of John's and was saddened to hear of his passing. My prayers are with you all through this difficult time. May God bless you all.
Deb INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Waters) Schwitters
June 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you, Sheila, and to the kids. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love, Aunt Vicky
Vicky Trent
June 4, 2013
My Condolescence to John's family. As next door neighbors just a year apart, John and I shared many summer days messing around the neighborhood doing the things boys did of our generation. Memories of childhood and youth times are filled with experiences of John and my life is happier for having known him.
Betty, Shelley, Patty and family my prayers are with you and I apologize that I am unable to attend Saturday's celebration - it should be a good one because he was a good one.
Rev. Mike Morgan
Mike Morgan
June 4, 2013
Shelley,
I will be at the Celebration of Life on Saturday. This is really hitting me. We had some good times in the back yard and Boy Scout Troop 158. Lots of rough housing and hide and seek. Then we grew up and went our separate ways. My condolences to Mrs. Johnson and a special hug for you.
I will meet John's wife on Saturday and offer my condolences in person.
James King
James King
June 4, 2013
So sad to hear of John's passing. He was a wonderful friend and classmate through junior high and high school. I will always remember him with that beautiful smile of his. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Barb INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Hemmingsen) Hadidi
June 4, 2013
To my sister and niece and nephews, I have never seen a family so tight in my life. You learned alot from your dad about morals and values. Sheila no one could ask for a better wife u never left his side threw this battle and u are one of the strongest women I know. My heart goes out to each of u but he is now at peace up in heaven with mom .. I love u all very much - Aunt Sunny
Sunny
June 4, 2013
Dear Betty and family -
We are so saddened to hear of John's passing. We were neighbors for several years and remember your kindness when our son, Peter, died. Hold fast to your memories of happy days. May God comfort you and hold you in the hollow of His hand during these dark days and beyond. Although we will be unable to attend on Saturday, we will be thinking of you and praying for you and your family.
Joyce and Harold Hutchins
June 4, 2013
Dear Sheila, Michelle, Thomas, Matt and the Arjes/Johnson Family:
Please accept my sincerest condolences in the loss of your precious loved one.
It has been my privilege to be a friend of John and Sheila for more than 30 years. It is not often that friendships endure the test of time and distance. I am thankful for the good times we shared with John when we could get together over the years. John always had a special gift for telling animated stories that made you feel that you lived the moment right along with him.
John had the great fortune and foresight to choose a loving and loyal wife that dedicated herself to John and their children through seasons of happiness and sorrow. The last several months have been difficult for the family, but through their love for each other, they saw John through these final days until he was released to join Our Heavenly Father. John will be forever young and free from worry and pain.
May God Bless Each of You Today and Always,
Laurie INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Brown) Garcia
Laurie INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Brown) Garcia
June 4, 2013
Mrs. Johnson, Shelley, and Patty,
The lovely memorial brought back memories of the boy who liked to build and who, in manhood, was still building: a strong marriage, a loving family, a business and many friendships. I cannot imagine your grief at the early loss of a son and brother. Please accept my sympathy and extend my condolences to Sheila and their children and grandchildren.
John sowed well and reaped well. You are in my prayers.
Ken King
June 6, 2013
Dad, As each day goes by I am filled with sadness, because you are actually gone. But also each day I cant help but think of all the happy memories our family has to share because of you. You taught us to "lace um up tight, stand tall, and be strong." This Is hard to do in times like these, but we will do it for you. I know you are in a better, pain free place but you will always be missed down here. Tell everyone up there we love them. I'll still be talking to you everyday. Love you dad.
Your son, Matthew.
ps, Your grandbabies say "love you Pappa!"
Matthew Arjes
June 12, 2013