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“Uncle John” will be missed
Whenever I went with my husband for lunch to the Davenport Hotel, Mr. John Reed always shook my husband’s hand and gave me a hug, inquiring how we were doing and wishing us a nice lunch. We were friends, and he was a part of our family.
When we were leaving, he always asked if we enjoyed our lunch and graciously wished us a good day.
When he learned about my husband’s passing, he gave me a stronger hug with, “I know what you are going through.” And he did.
I will miss John’s genuine and friendly attitude, his gentle, warm and kind heart.
Dear John, my you rest in peace. Your life had a meaning. Your smiling presence will stay forever.
Halina Slobodow
Spokane