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Charlie and Brenda McCourt posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 18, 2018
John will be missed! Charlie said, "He was one of the greatest friends I ever had. God Bless him." We always enjoyed talking on the phone. Our lives will have an empty spot but John will forever be in our hearts.
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Debra & Tom Hupp posted a condolence
Friday, November 2, 2018
Sending prayers for your family!
John was a great guy and will be missed.
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Donna Cowan posted a condolence
Thursday, November 1, 2018
I am sending my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your loved one. May God's grace be with you during your time of grief. God Bless
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Joan Knight posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. John was a very caring person. And a blessing to all , who knew him. May you find comfort and peace knowing he lived a good life and is now at rest. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
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Virginia W. Morris posted a condolence
Monday, October 29, 2018
Karen, John, Joyce and Katelynn: We were saddened to hear of John's passing. I got to know John at Summersville at the bluegrass festival some years ago. John found out real fast that I could take a joke/prank but I could also dish it right back to him. One day I was sitting in the shade listening to the music and I went off to sleep. John came by our awning and had a t-shirt that he had tied in knots and threw it at me.He really laughed when I woke up in a panic. I have so many memories of John, Karen and little Katelynn (she was little when I met her). You all certainly have our love and prayers thru these times of grief. Please hold on to the memories, that will get you through! Billy and I send our love.
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Glenda and Steve Corder posted a condolence
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Karen and Family. So sorry to hear this sad news. The first time I met John was at the auction on Turkey run for my husband's great aunt. I was riding in the truck bed with him during the auction. The land was a bit rolly, the truck hit the side of a small hillside and I would have flown out if John hadn't slapped a hand on my knee to hold me down. Will never forget that he saved me from a world of hurt! Thank you, Big John!! Rest in peace. Glenda
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Christine Call posted a condolence
Saturday, October 27, 2018
I had the honor of helping him when he was at Holbrooks. It truly was an honor because he was a very sweet and kind man. When I would come into his room he would always tell me that it was nice to see me because I always had a smile on my face and treated him with respect. I remember after he left Holbrooks I saw him at one of the Strawberry Festivals and went up to him and told him that I wasn't sure if he remembered me and he said that he did remember me and thanked me for what I did for him during his stay at Holbrooks. I am truly sorry to hear of his passing and want to express my sincerest sympathy to his family and to show my respect for a very sweet man.
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Carla Shingleton Golden and Greg Lively posted a condolence
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Our sympathies to Karen and Little John and family for the loss of your husband and father "Big John".
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Mike & Jo Skidmore posted a condolence
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Karen and family: Jo and I are sorry for your loss. we have had a lot of good memories with John and your family.. Building boats, bringing home John's "barn finds", Building the playgrounds at Brooks Hill, which John took the reins and saw the project come to fruition as he did for many things he felt strongly about, I still remember dragging the camper around the gas pump at Go Mart, the trip to Florida where Little John rode in the back of the big box truck, the big truck John bought in Pittsburgh and It took little John and I 14hrs to get home on a 4 hr drive, to many more good times to add here.
Stand strong John would want you to carry on, God is with you. Anything you or the family needs please call any time. You are welcome at our home any times,
Mike and Jo Skidmore
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John and Pam Slaughter posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Karen, John, Joyce and Katelynn. Sending our love and prayers to each of you. I loved to talk politics with John. He always had a good joke to tell. Once at an auction he asked if everyone loved hayrides and roasting hotdogs, then invited everyone to my house for one. He was one of a kind and truly will be missed.
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Connie Roth posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Karen, I was very sorry and shocked to hear about John. I did not know if he had been in bad health. I very much enjoyed talking with him and you in the Kroger parking lot some weeks back and I will value that memory. My sincere sympathies to you and your son and family through this difficult time. Ron and I wish you all the best.
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Teresa & Jerry Teter posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Karen, John, Joyce & Katelyn~
We both cherish many "great" memories of "Big John's"
auctions over the years! His auctions became a favorite place for our Grandkids at an early age
BECAUSE of John.He had a VERY
special place in his heart for
little ones!! His kindness, unending spirit of love, humor, and passion
for service, made him a priceless
gem no matter where he went.
Keeping you in Prayer for God's
loving arms to bring you all comfort & healing @ this time.
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Coleen posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Bob, Sarah, Kierra and myself have you in our thoughts and prayers.
I’m really gonna miss “porter and dolly”...“remember when we went”.... and especially “Oggie would have loved this rootin box” and all those stories. He told the best ones.
May God Bless and keep you.
With Love,
The Arbogast’s
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Rebecca Bowers-Call posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
My memories of Uncle John are too numerous to count, and I will always treasure them. Whether he was trying to "auction me" when I was 5 years old or giving me the opportunity to sing with Rhonda Vincent, he always made me feel loved and special. He never did anything half-way and made sure that everyone involved had a good time, no matter what he was doing. Everyone who knew him will miss him greatly, but his love and passion lives on in Karen, John, Joyce, Katelynn and all his family.
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Ron Williams posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Karen, John Jr. and Joyce, I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of John. He will be missed. May God comfort you thru this time.
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Karen Spence Bynaker posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Really didnt know Big John. but he was always very nice to me at Pickin in Parsons. Always had a smile on his face and made festival patrons feel very special. Big John you will be missed. All my live and deepest sympathies go out to Mrs Bowers, John, Joyce and family.
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MaryAnn Oates posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Deepest sympathy for the Bowers family...John was larger than life..such a friendly,caring, and witty man...RIP.
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Rachel Smith posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
Sorry for your loss, I remember good times and bad times but that is in the past. Prayers for you Karen and your family love and miss you.
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Jeanne Phillips posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. “Big John” was such a great man. He always had a way of putting a smile on everyone’s face. His quick wit and humor was unreal and I will miss how he could never say Sixty when he auctioned things off… it was always Sickety..Sickety..Sickety. So funny! He will be greatly missed and I will always cherish the memories and be grateful that I got to know such a thoughtful and special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Love ya all!
May his soul rest in perfect peace!
Jeanne, Jenna and Journey Phillips
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Always a laugh. Walked in for family dinner. Everyone had crazy hats on.
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Rick and pat Depoy Campbell posted a condolence
Friday, October 26, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and love to all your family.
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Jim and Roxanne Harlow posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
We were sorry to hear of John’s passing. Karen and family you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time of sorrow.
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Vickie Weller posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
So sorry for your loss, John will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless. Al and Vickie
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Jan crites posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Karen sorry to hear of John passing away we always enjoyed his auctions prayers brad and jan
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Kathy and Carl sillman posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
So sorry for you loss he will be missed by everyone
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Karen McClure posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Karen & Family,
So sorry for your loss, Prayers to you and your family.
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Irene miller posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
So sorry to hear of johns passing. His ready laugh and good spirits will be missed. Thinking of you with love and prayers.
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Danny and Barb Chewning posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Karen, John and Family, We are so sorry for your loss.John touched so many people never new a stranger and could always make you laugh.We recall some of his and Dannys' stories from school and have to laugh don't know how they made it.Prayers for all of you.
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Gary Connell posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
John was a great supporter of the youth livestock program at the high school barn. He will be missed by many. John was a great friend and for that I am honored. RIP Big John!!
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Arnold and Debbie Bennett posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
You’re in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
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Rus & Coleen Wittig posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Quite a man-one of a kind. The best when it came to being an auctioneer. If you were up front so was he. He will be greatly missed. He was loving husband, father, grandfather & friend. Our prayers go out to all of you. Had not seen John for awhile but we kept up with him thru friends who are regular vistors at the Bluegrass Festival.
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Joann Golden Audia posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Karen,
So sorry for your loss. Prayers being lifted for you and all the family.
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Barbara & Bob Nestor posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
We only knew Big John for a year but he became special to us. We will always remember his stories and the laughter he would share. Our prayers go out to his entire family.
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Darell and Diane Hyre posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Karen, so sorry to hear of the passing of John. We always enjoyed seeing you both. Our deepest condolences to you and family.
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Mary Bennett posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Karen, John, Joyce Katlyn,
I was so sorry to hear about John, so glad I got to visit with him just a couple weeks ago. We have shared alot and missed you all when you moved. My heart breaks for you. Always a laugh when he was around. He will truly be missed by many.
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Sam and Mary Newlon posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
We are so sorry to hear about John's passing. He will be dearly missed. The Bowers family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Jason Perry posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Big John will be truly missed. He made everyone, including strangers, feel like family. Thanks for teaching this young businessman a little about “the art of the deal.” God be with the family.
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Keith and Judy Carr posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Karen and family so sorry to hear of John's passing, I think everyone either knew or heard of Big John. Our prayers are with all his family.
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Susan Grasty posted a condolence
Thursday, October 25, 2018
I did not know John very well, but I had been to one of his auctions. He was a great man. He will truely be missed by all. My prayers are with his family at this time RIP John.
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Don Rigsby posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of his passing! I thought the world of him He had a knack for making me feel much more important than I really am. Coming to Parsons won't be the same without him. You have my deepest sympathies. I went through the same thing myself. May God comfort and bless you in the days ahead when you need it most.
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Mary Dean posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Prayers for the family. Sad to see another 1966 BUHS classmate passing—John’s personality will be missed.
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Nathan Scott posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Big john you will be missed I no I’ll miss your humor around the the festival you were a ball of fun around me at the festival rip enjoy heaven spread your wings and fly love you guys at 5 river Joyce little John and spuds prayers from my home
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Joyce and Herb McCord posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Can't believe our dear friend is gone.we always shared our best jokes with you and you kept us laughing all day you were one of a kind.the love you had for your wife and family you made known to all.you shared so much love.Parsons will not be the same without you.rip our dear friend.We love you forever
Herb and Joyce
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Danny&Jane Robinson posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
We are so sorry to hear about John. He will be missed. We loved his auctions and was at the last one at Dailey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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John and LaVerne McNatt posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Praying for your family in this time of sadness. We met him a couple of years ago, and enjoyed the chats about music, the festival, even the weather. God Bless you all. Stay strong in the Lord Jesus for comfort.
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Joe and Carol Elbon posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Karen, John, Joyce and Katelynn Joe and I are so sorry toknow John is no longer with us. We will pray for peace for all of his family and comfort for all.
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John & Debra Riffle posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
John & Joyce so sorry to hear about '' Big Johns'' passing.We will keep the family in our prayers. Again our deepest sympathy.
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Katelynn Bowers posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
You have always been my best friend and I want to tell you so many things. So many wonderful memories are flooding my thoughts. When I was growing up, we would ride four wheelers and try to beat each other to the river, just to splash each other. We would always stop and have a picnic of bologna sandwiches and Vienna sausages. We would get in the truck and go down to the county line, you would trade knives and tell stories and jokes with the guys (what you were famous for) but you always took me right along with you. I always felt so safe, special, and deeply happy to be with you. You made EVERYTHING special. You will never know how much I admire you and cherish those times. I looked at you like the most amazing man in the world, like you were a celebrity and a superhero, and I will always look at you that way. You were proud of me, bragged about me, always encouraged me to be better and chase any dream I had, you were my number one fan. Anything I am or I ever become, you had so much influence in. No matter how old I get, I can close my eyes and I’m right back to those times. A little girl in the backseat of a Dodge pickup truck, listening to Grandpa Jones. You gave us so much love, happiness, so many stories, and so many laughs. I miss you, I love you, and I’ll always be your little girl.
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Elissa Linger Mills posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
I loved my friend John & will miss him very much. After knowing him for 40+ years I can truthfully say that he was one of the kindest men I ever met who could have easily been a comedian. During any situation, he could let loose with a couple of one-liners that would have you laughing uncontrollably.
If he liked you, he loved to "get" you in public. I'll never forget being at one of the WV Strawberry Festival Berry auctions & he was introducing various dignitaries. Right before resuming the auction, John announced that there was a special person attending that he wanted to introduce...the WVSF Queen from 1947, my mom, Pauline Linger! The audience applauded & mom & I were in shock. Since there was no WVSF in '47, there was no queen. That was John!
John Bowers was the best auctioneer in Upshur County that I have ever known. During the years that he was in charge of the WVSF Strawberry Auction, the berries always sold for high dollar, all because of John. It was the same with the Strawberry Baskets made & sold by the Upshur County CEO's...if John was the auctioneer, the baskets sold high. John knew to make sure that certain buyers were there, he always recognized the local business people & the politicians as well as special guests. John knew how to raise the money.
To Karen & the rest of the family, please know that when John passed, West Virginia lost a great man & no one will ever be able to fill the void that he left. I know that I will truly miss my dear friend.
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