John was the youngest of my "big brothers".  I remember well when I was about 6 years old Santa gave a 2 wheeler bike for Christmas.  John took me out...it was terrible..I kept falling ...could not ride that bike.  But he encouraged me...and I finally got the hang of it.
John and I talked often these past few years...nearly weekly.  I have a sweet memory in that we had a nice conversation the Thursday before his heart attack.  I am glad I did get to visit with John before he passed away.
He was a very good man and a great brother.  I will miss him dearly.
John's "little sister"  Madeline