So sorry to here about John's passing. I have known John for many years. He was a very nice guy. He gave me the greatest gift and that was our daughter Alexis. I will always be thankful for that. John will be missed. RIP
AMY M NAMER
January 31, 2021
Jon, though I met you and you and we were with our family group just one day, back in 2016, I know you were a wonderful person and so good for Sarah. The entire family thanks you for that. Rest in peace, John, you were loved. From Sarah's Dad's first cousin on the Pauley side.
Bob Cox
September 27, 2020
"Jon" got my attention when he was working at Corridor Coffee. He always hustled to get you your drink with a sense of urgency; yet he found time to socially engage with a sharp sense of humor. I began to look forward to my daily coffee shop visits to interact with Jon as well as the owners; Jason and Stefanie. They created a "trivia night" to generate more business. During those evenings I got to know all three individuals; enjoying their company and respecting their intelligence. We extended "Game Night" to our home where they became acquainted with our dog and volunteered to perform pet sitting when Ellen and I traveled out of town. The three went their separate ways but we retained Jon to dog sit and help with projects around the house. Jon was always up to see the latest action film with me and we typically agreed on which movies we liked (Pacific Rim, Tombstone) and which movies we hated (The Amazing Spiderman, Nacho Libre). Like the Doc Holiday character in Tombstone Jon and I "don't" have many friends; but I think we were good friends to each other. Once Jon began seeing Sarah, Ellen and I would have them come to the house to watch Game of Thrones or a Hawkeye football game; or the four of us would go out to dinner. We always had a nice relaxing time together. Jon always wanted to help us with home projects and he helped make our house more comfortable. His visits would always excite and entertain our dogs. When our elderly Golden Retriever Zooey got sick and Ellen and I took her to the emergency vet office Jon drove from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City just to carry Zooey into the Animal Hospital. He stayed with us and helped us determine whether or not it was time to put Zooey down. We trusted his opinion because we knew he loved our dog as much as we did. ....Bottom line Jon was truly a "Friend in Need" to Ellen and I We cherish the time we had together and we will always miss him. We hope he finds peace and perhaps reunites with the furry friends he made along the way who proceeded him in going to the other side.
William Weber
September 21, 2020
I worked with John as a co-worker, and his supervisor. He was your go to guy whenever you needed something done quickly. He excelled at whatever the task, or emergency required. He was a good friend during those times. He will always be in my memory as a productive person on the job. Godspeed, John...
Capt. Daniel Clark
September 21, 2020
I played soccer with John growing up. His mother would volunteer to coach each year. We never got any good at soccer, but we always had such a fun time. John, his brother Carl, and Mrs. Brus were always so kind and generous. Thank you Mrs. Brus for coaching, I know John enjoyed it as much as I did. In all the years of soccer and school I never remember John saying a bad word about anyone. I am saddened by by his passing. I will always remember him for the positivity he strived for. Thank you for the memories John, you will be missed.
Michael Ramsey
September 20, 2020
I will always remember that big smile on his face. He was a friendly, outgoing person and would help anyone. I am very sad to hear of his passing. He was very missed, very loved, by his family. May he rest in peace.
Jeanne N.
September 20, 2020
John and my friends had coffee and talks with John At The Great Harvest Bakery. I have one of his great pens. We had good talk about antique cars as I have a 1927 Bugatti and we both new farmers in the DeWitt area. RIP.John
Kenn Nye
September 19, 2020
I wish I could have been there to help in his last day’s. I always told him I was here to listen. I sure will miss you buddy and our morning talks on Xbox. You were a great friend.
Ethan Gibson
September 19, 2020
Dear Sarah and family,
I am so sorry to hear about John. I always enjoyed visiting with him when he came to the shop. He was so excited about your quilting projects and I had fun working with him when he came in to pick up fabric for you. I will treasure the pen he gave me that he made. My staff and I send our deepest condolences to you and your extended family.
Connie
Connie Moyer
September 18, 2020
I knew John from my visits at Great Harvest. I met him there and occasionally had conversations with him. When I was starting a business, John was there to listen and encourage. Other regulars there knew of his extraordinary kindness. My heart is breaking. I recently asked him if he would consider volunteering for my org. I wish he would have told sometime of his deep pain. He seemed to be a humble and intelligent man. He will be missed.
Kimberly Pospisil
September 18, 2020
Deepest condolences to John’s family. He was a complicated man and people knew him at different phases of his life. I saw him as a kind, caring man. He was a humble man. He had compassion for those in need and was willing to work hard for the benefit of others. He also had a sense of humor that made working with him more enjoyable. I will miss the Jon (our name) I knew and hope he has found peace from the turmoils he must have felt.
Sanjay Shah
September 18, 2020