Dear John and Kelly,
I do not not how it feels to loose a child; however I believe it would be the most heart breaken lost a mother or father would have. God is the only one that can mend a broken heart. I know what has pulled me through when I lost my dad at the age of 15 with heart disease and just loosing my mom three years ago with colon cancer at the age of 84. A child is different. The memories are what keep you going and God helping you through it.
John, I just was laid off 1/05/09 from Landmark Aviation in Greensboro, NC and I'm glad I had the opportunity of getting a copy of Private Air May/June 2007 your life how it started in aviation and then in Parade Magazine the issue with Hairspray. In each Magazine you wrote about your love for Kelly, Jett, and Ella. John you are a wonderful father and I believe you and Kelly are wonderful parents. My thoughts and prayers have been with you each day since this terrible tragedy. Just remember the memories is what keeps us going. Today is my Birthday and again I will not get a Birthday card from my mom or call. These are the hard times, but just remember the memories.
My Love and Prayers are with you John, Kelly, and Ella.
Mary Lou Strassner
Winston Salem, NC
Posted by: Mary Lou Strassner Winston Salem, NC January 19, 2009