| Name : Maria Cicinelli & Greg Rusnack (11/26/01) |
09/20/2001 |
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Dearest Judy and the rest of John's family and friends, (11/26/01)
Greg and I are at a loss for words, however, we felt the need to tell you all what you all already know. John was a tremendous guy and we miss him every day.
He was always supportive during my sister's illness and death. He was first to realize that I was going through a bad time and volunteered to take the burden off my shoulders of the Condo Board responsibilities. However, he also was going through the loss of a sibling too. How unselfish! He was always “the rock” and he never ceased to reach out to everyone. He was always quick to realize someone in need and God blessed him with the demeanor to solve all our problems. I try so hard to be more like John…I wish I could as he was a great example of a caring person with enormous strength.
Although by boyfriend Greg did not get to know him very long, it is amazing that he too was touched by John’s thoughtfulness. John was “bigger than life” and now he leaves all of us with much to follow.
Judy, a day doesn’t go by that Greg and I think for you. You and John are always in our prayers, and we want to make sure you will be OK. I know this sounds so redundant, however, you know that John’s first concern was always your happiness and well being. Whatever strength it takes, you must make sure this becomes your concern too. We miss John but we worry about you. We are here for you especially during this time of the year. Whenever you need us….we are just one floor below you.
Love,
Greg Rusnack and Maria Cicinelli
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| Name : John Sbarbo@aol.com |
09/20/2001 |
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Although you do not know me, you and your dearly beloved
husband have been in our prayers since Sept. 11th. My
son's girlfriend, Maria Cicinneli spoke of you so many
times and of the heartbreak of losing your dear husband.
May God give you the strength to carry on.
Sincerely,
Genevieve Rusnack
Glr83@aol.com
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| Name : Jim (cousin) |
09/20/2001 |
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After I watched the horrible attack on Sept 11 from my office window, I was in a state of disbelief for days afterwards. I still dont know if I believe that John could be gone. Running late to his memorial, I entered the church and was overwhelmed. It was a testament to what an incredible guy John was. We will all miss him more than can be expressed with words.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS OLD PAL, HOPE SOMEONE UP THERE HAS TAUGHT YOU HOW TO PITCH ! MISS U ALOT. BOMBER
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| Name : Bruce Doll |
09/20/2002 |
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I recently learned about John's tragic loss. The remembrances are both heart warming and heart rending. Though many years ago, my memories of John are his open, unabashed friendship and his upbeat feel for life. He'd always ask how I was doing, always interested in others - not himself, always focused on the possibilities. One great "possibility" was a night road trip to Smuggler's Notch, loaded up with the "necessities" for delivery to the "Bay Ridge folk" who were waiting for resupply. The shopping we did for those supplies was classic John - hilarious. How terribly quick it seems now. There are many good words for his life, if only they could rescue him, yet none can describe the depth of his loss. I hope the love of family and friends continues to be source of strength through the many reminders you will have of such a fine person as John. God Bless you and your family.
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| Name : TYRONE THOMAS |
09/20/2002 |
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MY PRAYS HAVE BEEN WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY SINCE 9/11. I REMEBER THE GOOD FOOTBALL GAMES AGAINST JOHNNIES DOWN SHORE ROAD. IT ALL SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY. I WISH I COULD LIVE THOSE DAYS OVER AGAIN. WHEN TIME WERE SIMPLE. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO SBARBARO FAMILY
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| Name : Tommy (all the time) Owens |
09/20/2002 |
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1/18/2002 - Hey John - Third Avenue will never be the same. You were a great guy to know and will be sorely missed. It has been said "Every man dies. Not every man really lives." You lived life to the fullest.
Farewell John Sbarbaro.
Tommy
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Although we never met, you will always be in my heart as your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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| Name : Kathy - Your little sister |
09/20/2002 |
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Johnny, We miss you so very much..... Happy Birthday....Have a beer with Daddy and Beth....
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| Name : Bill & Janet Ryan |
09/20/2002 |
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MAN DO WE MISS YOU!!
JUST WRITING TO REMEMBER YOU ON YOUR BIRTHDAY. HOW MANY BIRTHDAYS DID WE CELEBRATE TOGETHER FOR YOU AND JANET? BUT I ESPECIALLY RECALL YOUR BIRTHDAYS AT ARIRANG'S. THAT'S WHEN YOU SANG "I AM WOMAN" BY HELEN READY DURING A PACKED KARAOKE SESSION AT THE DOWNSTAIRS BAR. I DON'T THINK WE LAUGHED ANY HARDER. WHO COULD FORGET THE FREE DRINKS PEOPLE BOUGHT US AFTER THAT RENDITION. I KNOW YOU'RE WATCHING THE METS (GAME 2) SO I AM GOING TO SIGN OFF.
YOU'RE ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS
JANET, BILL & WILL
P.S. WILL SAYS HI AND SMOKE'EM IF YOU GOT'EM
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