John Smith Obituary

I was so surprised to hear about John. My Heart goes out to his family.

John you and your family took us in at a time when we had no where else to turn. As we grew older we drifted apart but when opportunity presented itself for us to visit you proved to be your dad's son. You ushered me around Augusta while I was trying to close chapters of my life that we not pleasant. You took time out of your schedule to help someone you hadn't seen for years. My graditude for everything you and your family has done for me and mine over the years can never be expressed. All I can say is my God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow, you will always be remembered and will be missed. Love you always Bobby.

"Big John", we know you can hear us... Always remember, you will NEVER be forgotten. Everytime we go into our "favorite place" we will save your favorite spot because we know you will be there next to us. We love ya Big Guy! :-)

John had a strong shoulder to cry on when you needed a friend, and a strong sense of humor that made you smile when you needed a laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with Rylee and Alexiss. John wanted nothing more than to see you both learn and suceed. Carry his love for you in your heart on your path. Know that he is so very proud of you.

Our deepest sympathies to the family. I worked at the Crystal Grill from 1975 till 1987. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

We knew John for 6 years and he was always the one to make us laugh. He was a great fun loving man who loved his daughters unconditionally! We saw him 2 days before the Lord called him home and we will cherish that day and everyone we have had together. I know you can hear us ''big guy'' and we miss and love you so very much. We will never forget our best bud! We will surely see you again when the Lord calls our name. Our prayers go out to his family and other friends.

We were saddened to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We hope strength and peace and many happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. We have many happy memories of John.

I only knew John his last year in Charleston, SC. He was fun to be with and had a crazy sense of humor. We had a lot of laughs together. All of us at Penachios miss him and will continue to do so for a long time.

John had always been very kind and helpful to us.

I'm still in disbelief that John has passed away. From the moment Sherri called me to inform me my "Good Friend" has passed. We all are ever mindful that death will someday call our name. But when someone is so full of life it comes as a shock. To the Family: John was a "Good Man" that loved his daughters with all his heart, And his entire family. If John choose you to be his friend, you were his friend indeed. He would do anything for you.
Rest well my friend, I pray you have found that perfect peace Jesus promised all that believed in him. And from our conversations I know you belived in him. We all are going to miss him.

Big John, my friend...where do I even start? We grew up together in New Hampton and had alot of great times. Whether it be going to little league then riding our bikes out to the Crystal Grill for burgers or just going through grade school then on to the "fun" years in high school. Seems like there was never a dull moment when you were around, I remember that crazy laugh and that smile you had like you were up to no good. You had fun and so did we. My thoughts go out to your family! You will be missed my friend! RIP Smitty

We are thinking of all that are saddened by this as we mourn as well. May everyone find peace and may John be at peace as well. God Bless.

John was a good man and I remember when I moved into the neighborhood, John was wearing shorts in the winter - told me he would never wear a pair of pants as he was from Georgia. My husband, being in the construction business as well, found John to be a good man and very caring for those in the neighborhood. We will miss John but will see him when the Lord decides it is our time to go HOME. God love and bless the family. Sharon and James Giles, Charleston, SC

My thoughts and prayers to John and his family. I have many fond memories from school, work and perhaps a bit of mischief we encountered together.

He certainly will be missed.

John-John, it seems like only yesterday when you moved here from Iowa. The highlight of my week would be running into you somewhere around town or stopping by your apartment just to say hi. It’s so hard to believe you are gone. You were loved by so many and will be deeply missed. We pray that God will send comfort to Pete, Susi, Shannon, Sherri, Lexi, Rylee, and all of the family and friends that are saddened by your passing.

Sherry, my heart is breaking for you and Alexis. I know how much you loved John and I know how much he loved his family. You are all in our prayers. We are right here if you need anything. We love you.

Very Sorry to hear about John. He was a very good customer of mine when I worked at Lowe's in the Paint Dept on Bobby Jones. He came in nearly everyday while working on the apartments behind Golden Coral and he was a joy to work with. I am very sad to see that he has passed on at such a young age.He loved his family very much and after finishing the apartments moved to Charleston to be with them. I never saw him again until today. May God Bless and comfort this family during this tragis loss. Such a Great personality with a great smile.

I remember John from my childhood days in New Hampton as well. John always was laughing or making me or someone else laugh. I did not know John in his adult years but I am sure he was wonderful with those daughters of his. May you rest in peace now with the angels John and may Gods hands guide your daughters along their journery in life.

Rylee and Alexis
I know your father loved you very much! He was a wonderful person and I feel blessed to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God comfort and bless you.

Big John...as a mentor, as a brother, as a friend you will be deeply missed..prayers to you and your family!

"For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."

2 Corinthians 5:1 ESV

He was a good guy and a good father

We miss you so much already! What I wouldn't give to hear your laugh again! I love you man! My heart goes out to his family, especially his sweet, beautiful girls!

Tp my childhood friend~~~ The memories of John are everlasting in my mind. I remember him as the joyful, happy, boy from New Hampton that always had time to say hello even to everyone~ even to the little immigrant girl from war torn Czechoslovakia who mixed her languages up (me). He was truly a kind person. The shadow of death pursues us all. Some of us go earlier. Some go later. All we can do is gather courage and pray. Our sympathies are with you. John will be missed.

We miss you so much buddy... So many great memories. John was an incredible friend and a great father. I will miss your laugh the most... Not sure our family of friends is going to be the same without you...

Five years ago, when I worked at Bank of America, I waited on John at the drive up on Washington Road. I thought the world of him, we had mutual aquaintences. Alexiss would be with him on occasion. I am so, so sorry for your loss. I will keep John's family in my prayers as I know he will be terribly missed.

Our classmate will be missed. May the family find the strenght they need to make it through this difficult time. May God and your family ease your grief.

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. John your memory will always be remembered when we think of the class of '84 back in New Hampton.

Big John, you were truly loved & will be greatly missed. You all are in our thoughts & prayers.

Big John had a big heart and we will miss him. Our prayers go out to his family and friends. Kim and Jody Dickson (Augusta, Ga)

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

My prayers go out to John and his family, John was a great man, and friend from our days in New Hampton High School.

So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers Kathy & Mike

Sabrina, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of your brother.

I didn't know John but I am close to someone who did. He and your family are in my prayers. May God grant you peace in this time of loss.

We will truly miss John, and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.