Helen posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2009
I met Jack years ago when I was waitressing my way through university. At first, I really disliked serving him because he was very picky and difficult to serve. Over time, I got to know him better and he became one of my regular customers and I looked forward to him coming in. We would talk and he would tell me how he wanted a pet and to move, but thought he was too busy to give either his time and attention. I finished university and got a job in my field and I saw Jack less frequently. My husband Brian would call him when something needed fixed or replaced and Jack would immediately come over. He would always stay for a meal, he loved to eat and Brian loves to cook and we would talk. He loved a joke and had the most infectious laugh. He was always kind to my son and always took the time to talk to him and throw the ball with him. I always laughed when he called, he would ask for Brian and if Brian wasn't home, he would ALWAYS say, "This is Jack from JDK," and I would laugh and say, "Jack, I know that it is you, " and he would give that unmistakable laugh. I am sincerely sorry that we did not know that Jack was John David as I would really have liked to have paid my respects. Jack was a good, kind, hardworking man and the world seems a little darker to know that I will not hear that laugh again. I am sorry for your loss and you are in thoughts and prayers.
