John Downs Obituary

I was John's customer(Quaker Oats) for many years.He was like a second father to me as I was often his golf or Notre Dame guest, and we had a strong bond for all things Irish.John, and Kate are in our prayers, and "Touchdown Jesus" Will watch over all the Downs clan

Dear Dennis
My prayers are with you and your family during your time of grief. Your father must have been a great man because he raised one.
Sincerely,
Maureen Hayes

Dear Marge & Family,

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. I was fortunate to have met your father who was a "true gentleman". My deepest condolences are with you and your family as they grieve.

Dear Dennis and Family,

We are truly sorry for your loss of your Father & Grandfather. May he R.I.P.

The Duffin Family

Dear Downs and Foster Families,
Donald and I are saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult days.
Love,
Trisha Fitzgerald
Evergreen Lane, Michigan

Kathy, Mo & Families,
So sorry for your loss. John left an amazing family behind. We hope your best memories of your dad help to make the loss more bearable for you all.
Love, The Howe Family

Kathy and Family,
Our sympathy to you and your family at this time. From the "few" stories you may have told he was a very loving man who built a very loving family. You were lucky to have such a great influence in your life...so you can pass on the same.
Love,
Linda Townsend and Kelly Giurdanella

To the Family of John Downs,

I want to extend my sincere sympathy. Your father was a very special person with a very special wife and family. I will pray for you in the days ahead as you adjust to a world without your beloved father.

Dear Maureen, The evidence of your father's strength and grace as man of love is clearly shown in his children grandchildren and great grandchildren. I think you know that your dad liked Jim a lot and the feeling was mutual. Perhaps they will connect again in heaven.
Your dad lived a long and fruitful life and has now been rewarded for his faithfullness. We will continue to keep you and your mother in our prayers. love Linda Finn Wright and John Wright

My Dearest Downs Family,
I am terribly saddened of you loss as we have to say goodbye to a wonderful family man, friend and neighbor. I feel so blessed to have had the privilage of knowing John Downs. May he rest in the everlasting love of Christ.
Our hearts and prayers will be with you always.
Love,
Scott and Chandra Beaver and Family

Butterfly Blessings
You come into this world as a cocoon all by yourself and blossom into
this beautiful butterfly and fly off to see the world.
What one doesn't realize as you flutter through your days
is how you touch those around you in your soft gentle way.
Not realizing the wonder and awe you create around you.

Yet due to this special person in our life we become a better person all because this one person enters Our life
In your time of sorrow I wish to extend to the family Prayers of comfort, May The the one who creates happiness and sorrow , be with you and your family at this time.
John 14 :2 In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you.

To the hughes and extended family____

Paul hardwick and sons

I am so blessed to have been your niece..I am grateful that I got to see you on Monday....You are a wonderful family man...You have made many wonderful memories...Your family is full of love, all thanks to you and Kate....May you rest in Peace, Uncle John
Love, Carey

Rest In Piece, Sir. A very strong, gentle,amazing man.Bless you and all your family.

Dear Mrs. Downs and Family,

We are so sorry for your great loss. Please know that Mr. Downs and all of you are in our prayers.

Kathy and John Uba

Sheila, Rich and Family,

Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May all the wonderful memories you have of your father bring you comfort. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Love,
Pat and Kathy (Miller) Fitzgerald and family

I am so saddened to hear of John's death. I knew John from his steamship line days, I worked for Int'l. Harvester. My husband, John Gumbaragis, knows Maureen, from Francisco Avenue in chicago. My mother-in-law lives (still) across the street from where Susan Bell lived. Many times John and I would stop and chat with Susan on her front porch when we visited in the city. John was always a pleasure to deal with, and was very proud of his family. Unfortunately, my John died last month. I feel your sorrow at this time, and will keep your family in my prayers. -Judy Gumbaragis