Mother got to know John's Mother through Sunday School at Temple Baptist Church. I had the opportunity to speak with him on the telephone a few times before he died. I will always remember his beautiful blue eyes, sense of humor, and smiling face. He took his adversity in stride and was still quite humorous despite the disabilities. He lived life on his own terms and made the very best of his health issues.
John and I attended the same church growing up (Gospel Chapel on the corner of Franklin St. & East St.). He was always so full of life and had the best sense of humor. I had the joy and pleasure of visiting with him while he was at Raleigh Rehab on Wade Ave. I didn't go to cheer him up. I visited him so I could be cheered up. Visiting John was also like going to a counseling session. He had so much wisdom about life and relationships, he always shared wonderful words of encouragement with me. We spent many hours talking about our childhood memories, discussing the Bible, and sharing about life in general. He was a loyal friend.
Patricia Hutchins (Brglez)
Mother got to know John's Mother through Sunday School at Temple Baptist Church. I had the opportunity to speak with him on the telephone a few times before he died. I will always remember his beautiful blue eyes, sense of humor, and smiling face. He took his adversity in stride and was still quite humorous despite the disabilities. He lived life on his own terms and made the very best of his health issues.
Trish Hutchins Brglez
David Poole
John and I attended the same church growing up (Gospel Chapel on the corner of Franklin St. & East St.). He was always so full of life and had the best sense of humor. I had the joy and pleasure of visiting with him while he was at Raleigh Rehab on Wade Ave. I didn't go to cheer him up. I visited him so I could be cheered up. Visiting John was also like going to a counseling session. He had so much wisdom about life and relationships, he always shared wonderful words of encouragement with me. We spent many hours talking about our childhood memories, discussing the Bible, and sharing about life in general. He was a loyal friend.