John J. Neumann

April 2nd, 1932 - March 15th, 2002

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When I was born on 6-25-1971 i was born into a family where I was the 3rd son. One of the best things that could happen to a kid is when your parents give you the gift of God Parents like John and Bonnie Neumann. Other than my father John helped me become the man that I am today. My father went to be with god when I was 16 years old. After that point John was the sigle biggest influence in my life with my mother and two brothers. He was my dads best friend, a great husband and father. To me John was a hero, a mentor, a friend and a father figure. My parents gave me the gift of John and Bonnie and I am truely grateful they were such a big part of my life. I can't imagine life without them so that shows you how much they meant to me. My Dad gave me his best friend I couldn't of asked for any more...I love you John and Bonnie Love Scottie

Scott Dukesherer

May 16th, 2005 at 12:00am

I attended school with John from the time he started at St. John's until graduation. I also participated with him in three sports during our high school years. He was the most determined young man that I have ever had the priviledge of knowing. He always gave 100%. Although he was a great athlete, you would never know it by his demeanor. He was just another one of the guys with the exception that he was the leader. I loved John Neumann and, though we didn't associate much in later years, I will alway remember him.

Wes (Punky) Knapp

April 3rd, 2003 at 12:00am

Bonnie, our visit with you while you were in Florida was a memorable event and we will cherish the exchange of our rememberances of past events forever. We were terribly saddened by learning of John's death, as John was extremely important to me in my college years at St. Louis U. We played basketball together, studied together, partyed together, he stayed at my home on weekends on several occasions and he was a groomsman in my wedding. John was a very special person and a wonderful friend. He was always there when you needed him. He was a loyal, dedicated and caring friend and will be missed by all whoever met him, but we know that he is at peace in a better place and we will join him again someday in the future. With love and great respect, Bob & Mary Jane Redpath

Bob & Mary Jane Redpath's

January 26th, 2003 at 12:00am

John is one of the greatest people that I have ever known. John was my fathers best friend and was someone that I always looked up too. I never told him that but I hope he knew that. He was one of the first people to show up in California when my father passed away. John was a rock solid man. He was a success in every area that you could hope to be successful in. With his family. With his God. With his career and with anything else that he did. He is someone that I try to emulate. I miss you John, I pray and know that you and my dad are together again. Bonnie I love you as much I as loved John. You are the best. Both of you are two of the nicest, most caring people that I have ever known. My prayers are with you Bonnie, Love Bob

Bob Dukesherer

January 24th, 2003 at 12:00am

Aunt Bonnie, Sorry it took so long to get this off to you. We all need each other during times of grief, and it is never too late to say you are saddened by the loss of family. Rememberance is the highest form of displaying love and affection. I remember Uncle John as a man who seemed larger than life! He had a smile that was infectious, and a way about him that enamoured him to anyone who he met. I will truly miss him. My love and prayers are with you all! always yours, Patrick

Patrick Murphy

July 20th, 2002 at 12:00am

I was born to John & Bonnie Neumann on August 20, 1958 and since that moment I was blessed by an association with not just a father, but a friend and later as I grew up, a mentor. Dad has been the single biggest influence in my life. His personal charm and sincere understanding always gave me hope in tomorrow. Dad's insistance in positive attitude and truthful relations has helped forge in me the desire to be the best that I can be. Our many talks about spirituality will forever be with me and will keep my faith strong until the day we meet again. Pazo, I love you so much and cherish every day I had with you as a magnificent blessing from God. How I was so lucky to have you for my father I may never know, but one thing is certain, what you taught me about life I will always have with me as I nuture my own children. God bless you Dad, and I fully intend to "keep it going, my friend" Love, Richie

Richard Neumann

April 23rd, 2002 at 12:00am

He was my Uncle, but I called him friend. And why, God, did his life end? When I heard the news, my head I bent,and closed my eyes to stem the tears, but couldn't, remembering all the years. There I was in all my sorrows wishing for more tomorrows, when a little voice came from the sky and said to me "please don't cry." It said "your friend has just won for his life has just begun." So, I think not that he has nowhere to roam, but that God has finally called him home. And I'll be thankful for today since I know God has taken him away. Yes I'll remember the years, but this time I'll shed no tears. I will look forward to seeing my friend when the day my life will just begin.

John J. Neumann

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