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John Paul Brendus

  • July 2, 2012 - July 2, 2012
  • North Canton, Ohio
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“John - just wanted to let you know that you are still missed here in Chantilly. I can still hear your laughter echoing down the hall to my office :)...Read More » ”
1 of 45 | Posted by: kelly - chantilly, VA - co-worker

“We are so sorry this is late, as we just ran across this sad news. We simply missed this up here in MN. Knowing John and Donna has been such a huge...Read More » ”
2 of 45 | Posted by: The Clokey Family - MN

“Donna,John,Wendi,Julia,&Mary Words seem so small compared to what we truly feel in our hearts. Know that Johnny B. was one in a million & his...Read More » ”
3 of 45 | Posted by: David Peffer - Canton, OH

“Our prayers are with the entire Brendus family at this time of sorrow. ”
4 of 45 | Posted by: Richard & Pam Kline - Massillon, OH

“I was so happy that I joined the North Canton Jaycees so that I was able to meet and learn from John. He was a great friend and he will be deeply...Read More » ”
5 of 45 | Posted by: Aimee Roan - North Canton, OH

“Wendi, Julia, Mary and Family, My heart goes to you in this difficult time. May God bring you strength and peace. Love, Edyta Metz and family ”
6 of 45 | Posted by: Edyta Metz - North Canton, OH

“Love and prayers , sorry for your loss , love miss Doris from Avondale dance ”
7 of 45 | Posted by: Doris rash - Canton, OH

“To John Sr. and wife Donna- Our prayers go with you at this time. You have our deepest sympathy. ”
8 of 45 | Posted by: Ted & Carolyn Pappas - Uniontown, OH

“Remembering all the fun times, growing up with John-boy brings a smile through the tears. He was an incredibly witty, kind-hearted, generous man....Read More » ”
9 of 45 | Posted by: Deanna - Naselle, WA

“I was so lost for words when you called. Was a very intellgent person. He was so very excited about the move and the new job. If you need...Read More » ”
10 of 45 | Posted by: maria byington/Arcadia Grille - OH

“On behalf of the entire Hart family, I send our deepest sympathies to Mr. and Mrs. Brendus, Wendi, Julia, Mary, and other loved ones. I was catching...Read More » ”
11 of 45 | Posted by: Dave Hart - Canton, OH

“Nancy and I are shocked and saddened by this tragedy. We trust you will find the strength to bear it and find offsetting joys in the future. ”
12 of 45 | Posted by: John B. Baker, Jr. - North Canton, OH

“Wendi & Family, I was so sorry to learn of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Jim...Read More » ”
13 of 45 | Posted by: Renee' Lilly & Jim Athans - OH

“Mr & Mrs B, Wendi, Julia and Mary - My thoughts and prayers remain with you. John-John will forever be that wonderful friend of my "little sister"...Read More » ”
14 of 45 | Posted by: Claire Moomjian - Georgetown, SC

“John & Donna, Wendi, Julie,Mary.. Say not in grief 'he is no more', but live in thankfulness that he was. Loving memories of "John Boy" will always...Read More » ”
15 of 45 | Posted by: Helen & Richard Moomjian - SC

“Wendi, Julia, & Mary I am so very sorry about John's death. I always enjoyed talking with him at school functions. I will always be grateful for...Read More » ”
16 of 45 | Posted by: Barb Jones - Akron, OH - Friend

“Wendy, Julia and Mary, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. All our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. John was a great man...Read More » ”
17 of 45 | Posted by: Floyd, Karen, Megann, Matt and Morgann Schlabach - OH

“Julia, I want to extend my sympathy to you, your mom and Mary. I remember the pride your dad displayed at our first grade parent-teacher...Read More » ”
18 of 45 | Posted by: adele berardi - north canton, OH

“I was shocked to hear of Johns passing......I will always remember all the great fun we had with him growing up. He always made us laugh till our...Read More » ”
19 of 45 | Posted by: Terri Dankovich - canfield, OH

“Dear Wendi and family, I am so sorry to hear about John's passing. May you find strength in know that he is with God and will always be with you. ...Read More » ”
20 of 45 | Posted by: Robyn Nist - Green, OH

“JB he was called. And John Paul too. We called him The General in the Guard because he should've been in charge. No matter what name you called...Read More » ”
21 of 45 | Posted by: Ray Bailey - Canton, OH

“I would like to express my condolences for your loss. It was my pleasure to have known John. He was well liked by everyone who knew him and will be...Read More » ”
22 of 45 | Posted by: Sfc Larry L Palmer. - Canton, OH

“I worked with Johnny B. at Rolling & Hocevar. He was such a wonderful person and spoke often of his family. I'm just so sorry to hear of his passing...Read More » ”
23 of 45 | Posted by: Nancy Lyon - Medina, OH

“Wendi, Julia, and Mary, Our deepest sympathies are with you during this most difficult time. We all have many fond memories of John and in...Read More » ”
24 of 45 | Posted by: The Metzger family - Tampa,, FL

“Dear Brendus Family, When my sister, Julie Szendrey, told me of Mr. Brendus's passing my heart went out to all of you. His love for all of you was...Read More » ”
25 of 45 | Posted by: Diane and Jon Smith - Sandiusky, OH

“Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. John left an amazing footprint on this world and his infectious laugh will...Read More » ”
26 of 45 | Posted by: Geza & Cindy Egersdorfer - OH

“Wendi, Julia, and Mary, Our heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you. John was loved dearly by all whose lives he touched liked only John...Read More » ”
27 of 45 | Posted by: David and Jodi Pleasant - OH

“Words cannot express how deeply saddened the North Canton Jaycees are with John's loss. He was a great friend, past president, and an amazing...Read More » ”
28 of 45 | Posted by: Annie Yoder - North Canton, OH

“John will be missed by everyone that you crossed paths with him. John had the ability to make you laugh in any situation. It makes me sad to know he...Read More » ”
29 of 45 | Posted by: S. Glenn - Westlake, OH

“We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Hold on to all of your great memories. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. ”
30 of 45 | Posted by: Harold, Kathy, Marcus, Eric & Kristen Peffer - OH

“John Paul Brendus was a reflection of the fine character of both his parents. He accomplished a great deal in his lifetime, as short as it was. His...Read More » ”
31 of 45 | Posted by: Penny L. Marshall - Massillon, OH

“Wendi, Julia, & Mary, our hearts go out to you. I pray that God will ease the pain over time and give you the wisdom that John is looking down on...Read More » ”
32 of 45 | Posted by: Jennifer McKelley - Uniontown, OH

“My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you as you learn to cope with the loss of your beloved son, husband, father. ”
33 of 45 | Posted by: Rose Guy - Massillon, OH

“John was a wonderful person. So many memories that will last forever. Our deepest sympathies. Love you all! ”
34 of 45 | Posted by: Lori & Mark Ihasz - OH

“My family will always remember the happy, smiling John-John. Our hearts ache for his wonderful family. May he rest in peace. ”
35 of 45 | Posted by: Diane Volzer Daley - Hilton Head, SC

“Wendi,I am thinking of you and the girls.I am so very sorry.Bonnie ”
36 of 45 | Posted by: Bonnie Craven - massillon, OH

“To Wendi, Julia, and Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss. Oh Mr. B. He was good man. A great man. A funny man. And a fantastic husband and dad. I...Read More » ”
37 of 45 | Posted by: Leah Anthony - Massillon, OH

“John, there was no one who could fill your seat at our lunch table now there is an empty spot in our hearts as well. Rest in peace, John. You are...Read More » ”
38 of 45 | Posted by: Andra Williams - Wooster, OH

“Wendi, Julia and Mary... You are in my thoughts and my heart. My hope is that the love of those around you will carry you through this very...Read More » ”
39 of 45 | Posted by: Kim Borcoman - Akron, OH

“Wendi, Julia, Mary, ,John and Donna- Our hearts ache for all of you. Johnny B will always be remembered for the laughs he brought us and the...Read More » ”
40 of 45 | Posted by: Nancy and Larry Marcus and family - OH

“Dear Uncle John, Aunt Donna, Wendi , Julia, and Mary, We are so sorry for the loss of John. We will always remember John and his great sense of...Read More » ”
41 of 45 | Posted by: Carla and Tom hammen - Estero, FL

“I only met john a couple of times but heard alot of amazing things about him rom u julia gulia I kno he was tbe love of ur life wendi and im so sorry...Read More » ”
42 of 45 | Posted by: LISA LOWNEY - Louisville, OH

“Our sincerest sympathies to John & Donna, Wendi, Julie and Mary. This was a special young man and was so loved. Our heart aches for you all. May...Read More » ”
43 of 45 | Posted by: Dixie & Glen McCully - Massillon, OH

“Wendi, Julia & Mary, Our hearts are with you at this difficult time. John was such a wonderful man and the memories will last forever. We love you! ...Read More » ”
44 of 45 | Posted by: Justin and Morgan Molenaur - OH

“Brendus!!! I just wanted to say thank you John, for being such a generous, outgoing, and funny guy to hang out with and go fishing with. I only...Read More » ”
45 of 45 | Posted by: Joe Mena - Gainesville, VA


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John Paul Brendus, age 48, of North Canton, OH passed away suddenly of natural causes on June 24, 2012 while working in Chantilly, VA. He was born June 15, 1964 in Canton, OH and was a 1982 graduate of Glen Oak HS where he was involved in many activities such as A Capella choir & musical productions, athletics (earning a letterman award in Soccer) and was considered "Friendliest" in his graduating class. John proudly served his country as a specialist in the Ohio Army National Guard from 1983-1991. John completed his basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. He received his Bachelor of Arts with a major in Geography and a minor in Cartography with a certification in Climatology from Kent State University in December 1995. John loved his work as a GIS Analyst where he thrived in his field. John began his career with Rolling & Hocevar, moving onto Technigraphics/CACI and most recently was led to Virginia to pursue his career with SAIC. John was proud and excited to be working there, becoming involved in judging local projects, Toastmasters and mapping projects with the Alzheimer's Association National Capital Chapter. John and his wife, Wendi, were in the process of relocating the family to the area. Married for 22 years to Wendi, John was a wonderful husband and best friend who was incredibly dedicated to his family. An amazing father to his daughters Julia, 19 and Mary, 12, John was always present and involved in every aspect of their lives. John was a "dance dad", a softball coach, volleyball line judge, active in school PTO functions and musical productions and last year served as treasurer for the North Canton East Youth Football Association in support of his cheerleader daughter, Mary. John was also present courtside proudly watching Julia perform with the OSU Dance team at basketball games in Columbus this past fall. Loving son of John and Donna Brendus, John enjoyed spending time with his family, especially recalling fond memories of growing up, including family vacations, school and sporting events and particularly attending WVU football games. John was an extremely active member of the North Canton Jaycees, chairing several projects over the years, including the North Canton Fair. John held several offices, serving as president in 2002. John was the distinguished service award recipient of the chapter's Outstanding Young Man award and was voted in as a lifetime member in 2005. John was also a member of Trinity United Church of Christ in Canton, OH. Preceeded in death by his sister, Dawn Kristine Brendus, John is survived by his wife, Wendi (Byous) and daughters Julia and Mary, parents John and Donna Brendus, aunt Donna Anderson along with many loving cousins, family members and loved ones. John was a friend to all who met him and could always be seen smiling or telling a funny story. John's friendships were extremely important to him, with many friendships remaining since grade school. John was a happy, joyous, loving son, husband, father, colleague, neighbor and friend who is gone too soon and will be dearly missed by all. Calling hours will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, July 5, 2012 at the Reed Funeral Home, North Canton (801 Pittsburg Ave. NW). A memorial service celebrating John's life will be held for all those who knew and loved him on Friday, July 6, 2012 at 11 am at Trinity United Church of Christ on Blackburn. A graveside Military service will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery on Cleveland Ave. in Canton, OH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the John P. Brendus Memorial Fund @ any PNC location. For those wishing to share a fond memory or their condolences may sign the Reed On-line guestbook at www.reedfuneralhome.com

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