I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of John today while I was at work. I want to express my sincere condolences to Joan, Greg, Andrew and other family members during this difficult time. John was a dedicated and knowledgeable CBE employee who was always ready and willing to answer financial questions and to clarify procedures for schools and departments. On many occasions, as a principal myself, he was able to answer my questions, always with an anecdote or story to tell along with his wise advice. However, first and foremost he was a husband and parent, so I recall his great love for you, his family. As a former teacher of Greg and Andrew in their younger days, I am so sorry for your loss. To Joan, who tutored my daughter in math many years ago, I send my deepest sympathy. I was unaware of John’s illness and only remember him in good health. May some of those happy memories of your husband and father sustain you in the days to come. Most Sincerely, Shirley Gaura

Dear Joan and family,

We are saddened to hear about John’s passing, our deepest sympathy goes out to you and

your family. My encounters with John have been few but I will always remember him

as a caring, friendly and happy person.

Eugene and Sharon Rejman

Dear Joan and Family,

No sympanthy is deep enough and no words are caring enough to take away your sorrow.

Please know er’re thinking about you as your remember all your wonderful yers with John.

With Love,

Gavin and Barbara Davidson

Dear Joan, Greg, Andrew and Nancy,

We were deeply saddened to hear of John’s passing. I remember with great fondness the early years of growing up with John in Coleman and Creston. He was always such a wonderful person. I watched with great interest his accomplishments. I know my late mother, Mary Rejman, was especially fond of John and you, Joan and your sons. I will treasure my memories

of John always. Please accept our deepest sympathy. John was well loved and will remain in your hearts and minds forever and he will remain with you all, always. Take care and may God bless you all.

Connie and Bill Fowle and Family

Joan and Family,

We were saddened to hear of John’s passing . His kind and gentle nature remains with us 23 years on .Our special thoughts from across the miles are with you at this time.

Deepest sympathy Carol & Doug Pedley

Levin New Zealand

John had many years ahead of him if illness didn’t enter his life. Our condolences to each of you. For we never get use to not having those we love physically with us and that’s why we can’t place a “time limit” on wishing they were enjoying events in our lives again.

May you look to the future with confidence from Jehovah, the God of All Hope. He sees our on-going challenge that comes from grief and has future plans to “reverse” our grief by “physically restoring the lives of those asleep in his memory as guaranteed by him at Acts 24:15 and also guaranteed by his son, Jesus’ own words at John 11:11-25 as well.

There’s a bright future for Earth and for those we lost says Numbers 23:19 quote, “God is not a mere man who tells lies….When he says something will he not do it? When he speaks, will he not carry it out?” — New World Translation of Holy Scriptures

Neighbors Afar & Jehovah’s Christian Witnesses

California & Arizona

Joan, Greg, Andrew and Nancy

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies in the loss of your husband and father. We always

enjoyed our times together with John . I remember those times in Creston when John was

growing up. We also enjoyed the letters at Christmas as Joan kept us up to date about the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish those memories. He will always be with

you.

Chris and Jerry Rejman

Coleman Alberta

Joan and Family,

We are so sorry to hear about John. We will always remember John as a very kind, friendly man. He was always smiling and we loved his sense of humor.

Our thoughts are with you all.

Deepest sympathy

Darrell and Kim Mizera

Airdrie, Alberta

Joan, Greg, Andrew and Nancy:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. John has been a great friend since 1965 in Nelson. We have been blessed by his friendship these many years, his visits were always fun remembering the old days and we will miss his laughter. May you all be comforted by the memories. Love to you all, Bob and Grace

John was such a good support for me at the CBE, always helpful, wise and kind. He knew more about the CBE’s accounting system than they did, he was devoted to his job and his knowledge was remarkable. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

Dear Joan and family,

I am saddened by the loss of John. Know that you are in my thoughts.

Sincerely,

Susan Brims

Joan and boys,

My deepest sympathy goes out to each one of you. I only have the fondest memories of John. I hope you can find comfort with each other during this most difficult time.

Starla

Joan and Family,

Our Deepest Sympathy, I have early memories when John and I were young . It does make me sad that I cannot be there with family in person to help celebrate his life, but will be there on Monday at 3:45 in spirit.

Always Faye and Louis Mizera

Our heart aches for you Joan, Greg, Andrew and Nancy, and Precious we have so many wonderful memories of John and our times spent together , as families, we will always treasure those special times. deepest sympathy to you all. You are always in our thoughts and especially through this difficult time. Cherish the memories and hug lots. Christopher sends his love from Australia. Love Irene and Dennis and Christopher and Michelle

Joan, Greg, Andrew and Nancy and Precious

Our heart goes out to you . We have many wonderful memories of John, our times spent together as families, we will always treasure those times. You are in our thoughts always. Cherish those memories and hug lots. Christopher sends his love from Australia. Deepest sympathy Love Irene and Dennis Christopher and Michelle