All i can say is wow. what a man he must have been. i just came from my moms funeral on the 28th of june. in boston,pa. i saw the christy park memorial and read the stories of your family, how proud you must be.funny my daughter came up for the first time and we took pics of the memorial, my father and grandfather and aunt are on the memorial also. small world, what a generation of men and women.my parents lived on 32nd st. my mom worked at ayers drugs. my dad was stationed at bergstrom a.f.b.in austin, but his true home was Pa. i came up to boston, christy park, for my summer vactions, what memories. i want to thank you for a beautiful tribute to your family, it makes me proud to be an american, and again "wow "with tears in my eyes i bid a goodbye.

I just learned of Mr. Gabersek's passing. I met him at the Reading Airshow and was so taken by his charm, humility and patriotism. He truly was one of the finest examples of the "Greatest Generation". God bless you Sargent Johnny. You will be deeply missed.

To an American Hero: It was my honor to have met on a number of occassions, "Uncle Johnny" during his visit to the World War II Memorial. I offer on last time: "Thank you for your service." You and others from the Greatest Generation are the reasons why we are free today.

God Bless You and Your Family. George Volunteer, National Park Service

I am sorry for your loss of a very special person in your life. I never met him, but after reading his story I felt compelled to respond. He possessed special gifts that he gave to everyone around him by just being himself and advocating for children to stay in school and pursue their education. Which is so important. In so many ways, loss shows us what is precious, while love teaches us who we are. Remember him by cherishing the special moments you had together and celebrate his legacy, by continuing to honor the brave and heroic military men and women through your websites. Thats what he would have wanted!

I did not know you but was at the d-day invasion site and stoped by the cemetary, took a photo of Amin Isbir, I was drawn to it for some reason. I am glad I was as I was able to find your memorial while looking up his. You sound like a great person, God Bless you for your service and to your life. Thanks for your family for keeping it alive. Randy in England

I received this bad news. Family must be proud for what John did in WWII. Thanks to him, and as for all his comrades, I'm free today. My heartfelt thoughts for this hard time.

To you and you family, my thoughts are with you all in your loss, yet I know after meeting some of the family, that every life change will bring all of you closer yet...With heartfelt thoughts. John Ressue

To my best friend, I will forever remember you, your kindness, the way you never complained, looked out for others, encouraged children to stay and school, be good to their brothers and sisters, and to their parents. I will miss you, am missing you now, and will always miss hearing your voice, seeing your smile, and seeing what you saw. You will have to look through my eyes now my friend as I try to be someone just like you.

John you were/are one of the Greatest of the Greatest Generation. John thank you for your friendship, your smiles and all the wonderful things you did for my family and me the past twenty some years. You will always be a part of our family. You have a special piece of my heart, I love you. Till we meet again. Love Karen and family

I will miss you dearly my friend. I'm so glad you were a part of my life these past 20 plus years. Thanks for serving this great nation that still stands free because of your service. I will miss your smile and your jokes. Take care until we meet again in Heaven.