So sorry for your loss. I miss stopping and talking with John, He was one of the best truck drivers that one could ask for while working in Food Service at the VA. Thurston Granger Retired Food Service Supervisor at Bath VA

Elva Jane VANGORDER from Bath, NY, wrote on Feb. 6, 2021:

“I am so sorry to hear of his passing… we had lots of great times working together at the Bath V.A.”

Alan & Carol Conley from Penn Yan, NY, wrote on Feb. 5, 2021:

“So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.”

Don & Shelba from Penn Yan, NY, wrote on Feb. 1, 2021:

“Don and I had such good times on trips and going out to eat (except when we sat near a crying child) with John and Sue. We will surely miss him. What a GREAT guy he was. He touched so many people in his life time, he will be greatly missed by all. May he rest in peace now and no more pain.”

Rick Gettings from Saint Louis, Missouri, wrote on Jan. 31, 2021:

“I thought I would share a happy snapshot of our family getting together in Ohio around Thanksgiving in 2007 – Jeff, Sue, John, Carol and Rick. We always had good times at out family gatherings and this is just another example of one of those days.”

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Katherine Hadarics from Clifton Park, NY, wrote on Jan. 30, 2021:

“Dear Sue, Rick & Jeff, Sending much love & deepest condolences on John’s passing. I will cherish the childhood memories he created on our visits to Penn Yan. Love to you all.”

Sara Hadarics Carhart from Albany, NY, wrote on Jan. 29, 2021:

“Sue, Rick, Carol and Jeff, My condolences to you all at this sad time. John was such a great person… and a bit of a character… memories always leave a smile. With deepest sympathy, my heart goes out to each of you.”

Carl J. Schwartz, Jr. from 2926 Coates Road, Penn Yan, NY, wrote on Jan. 29, 2021:

“On behalf of my family I want to convey our condolences on the passing of John. He and Sue have been our neighbors for the past couple of decades and they have been the best neighbors anyone could possibly have. John had such a relaxed and affirming way about him – he will be missed. Our prayers are with you all during this time."

DeShae, Mark and Emma from Malden, Missouri, wrote on Jan. 29, 2021:

“Suzanne, Rick and Carol, Time on this earth is never long enough when you have wonderful people to share it with. May John’s legacy continue through the lives of many who had the pleasure of knowing Him. Our thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort are with you and the family. We love you!”

Gene Mitchell from North Port, FL, wrote on Jan. 28, 2021:

“Trudy and I offer our condolences to Sue and all of your family. “Blessed are the peacemakers” fit John to a tee. I had the pleasure of meeting John and getting to know him personally over our years working at the Police Department. He was great at dealing with people even though his personal car sported a bumper sticker that said, “the more people I meet, the better I like my dog”. His demeanor set a good example for newer officers. Prayers and thought going out to you.”

Michele Nieuwendaal from Saint Louis, MO, wrote on Jan. 28, 2021:

“Sympathy Gift courtesy of Michele Nieuwendaal. Group of 10 Memorial Trees Planted in Loving Memory of John Gettings.”

Carol Gettings from Saint Louis, MO, wrote on Jan. 28, 2021:

“Mom and Rick, I wish I could be there with you right now, but always know that my heart and thoughts are with you always. I’m so grateful for the family times we’ve shared together. His departure will be greatly missed, but fond memories will remain forever. I wish I could have known Dad during the early years, I love the stories that he has shared. I thank him for introducing me to Wager’s Cider Mill donuts, Mac’s Ice Cream, and spreading peanut butter on apple pie. I love you Dad!”

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Ron & Chrys Tarvin from Maple Grove, MN, wrote on Jan. 28, 2021:

“Suzanne, Rick and Carol, we are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. It is clear that not only was he a loving husband and father, but a great man of service to his community and country. He will be greatly missed by many.”

Ruth Watson & George from St. Louis, Missouri wrote on Jan. 28, 2021:

"Suzanne, Rick and Carol we are so sorry to hear of the passing of John. Please accept our sincere sympathy, but always remember that he will live on in your hearts forever."