Sad News for the Pet Talk Community

[RobiLee]

I have been here several times and haven't been able to post. I just feel like I can't find the right words and I still can't. This is so very very sad.

My deepest sympathies go out to Randi and the rest of John's family. I wish I had some words to comfort you all. You are all in my thoughts.

Rest In Peace, John.

Robin

[Karen]

It is always hard to know what to say, but we do the best we can to offer comfort to Randi and the whole community who will miss him.

[Kirsten]

OMG!!!! (I worked all week and wasn't online, so I did not see this earlier)

OMG, ((((Randi))))

Kirsten

[Medusa]

I'm very sorry to read about this. Blessings to all.

M

[PayItForward]

Randi, my heart goes out to you.

As much as we'll miss John/jonza wonderful posts on this board, it is nothing compared to the loss you are suffering.

{{{Hugs}}} to you, I am thinking of you at this very sad time

[iloverat]

I'm so sorry to hear of your John's passing. May you find some strength and comfort in the outpouring of love from your friends and family in this most difficult time. God is with you always...

With sincerest sympathies - Bobbi

[auggie]

I’m in total shock.
Jonza just posted a funny joke about a week ago and I always enjoyed his posts.
Randy, my heart goes out to you.

My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

[Vermontcat]

I'm sorry that I haven't been online for a couple of days so I am just seeing this now.
I'm so sorry to hear about John/Jonza.
His posts on Pet Talk were some of the best.
Hugs to you Randi and to Fister too.

[AmberLee]

{{{Randi and family}}}

Last night I was driving home from a meeting and saw a shooting star ... they are pretty rare around here because of all the light pollution. I was thinking of John/Jonza and how much excitement his presence is bringing to the Rainbow Bridge...

[schteve_d]

I am not sure if it is appropiate to post or not as I am pretty new here and never had a chance to get to know John (Jonza) but it is pretty clear from all the posts that this was a caring and influential member of this "community". My sincerest regards to you, Randi, and anyone else here touched by John.

[K & L]

I'm just now seeing this and want to express my deepest sympathies. I'm so sorry to read this.

[*LabLoverKEB*]

This IS sad news for the Pet Talk community.

I will keep John and his famly in my thoughts, and in my prayers. this is just awful... what a shame. Rest in Peace, John.

[persianmom]

You and your family are in my prayers

[Russian Blue]

Originally posted by zippy-kat
............ As many others have said, words seem so inadequate now.

The brilliance, intelligence, and *love* that Jonza exuded is not gone. Among the archives rest some of the most thoughtful, challenging, and humorous comments ever to grace the boards of pet talk.

We are left with a tremendous ache and know that it is so dim in comparison to what you must be feeling. Please lean on friends, family, and each other for comfort. Of course we will be here to support you, too.

My heart goes out to you.


Rest peacefully, John, rest peacefully.

Zippy-Kat summed up the thoughts and feelings well of the PT community. I couldn't have said it better.

I'm so sorry for your loss!

[BastetsMum]

My sincerest condolences to you and your Randi.

Beautiful forms
as I walk along the seashore
gulls call to distract
as the wind blows
shells have washed upon the shore
gently rolling in the sand
empty of life

I pick one up
and hold it close to my ear
and there is only wind
filling my head
no answers
to where the life has gone
waves break
and the sand shifts beneath my feet