Condolences

TO THE FAMILY OF

Dr. Rekha Anne John

14
December
2021

Thank you all for the heartfelt messages. I am Rekha's youngest brother. Her passing is one of the most difficult and saddest moment in our lives. She was all one could wish for in an elder sibling: loving, generous and humorous, and also a strong person who could hold her own in any situation. She bore the last few difficult years with exceeding grace and courage. My parents doted on her, deservingly so. Rekha was a role model for us as a person and for her academic and professional achievements. She was also instrumental in our moving to the US and making the transition very smooth. She was incredibly generous to her immediate and extended family, friends, co-workers and community. Rekha wanted her sons to lead meaningful lives and most importantly to be good people.
Her life was cut too short and we are going to miss her terribly. We are so very proud of how she lived her life and the impact she had. We will cherish the memories and time with Rekha till the end of our lives and do all we can to support her family.

- John Puthenpurackal
12
December
2021

The staff who interacted with Dr. Reka John on St. Luke's Pediatric unit over the years are devastated to hear of her loss. Reka was a knowledgeable physician who possessed empathy and patience but her smile was indeed what immediately drew one to her. We send our love and sympathy to her husband Dr. Thomas John and to all her family and friends. She (and her smile) will remain in our hearts.

- Bernadette Dunn
10
December
2021

Rekha!
I am so sorry to hear of this today
and I am heartbroken. I know with certainty that you are on your way directly to the light of love and
for all the friends ,patients and family who cherished you I wish them peace
especially to Thomas and your sons. Thanks for the friendship and comraderie that only you could have shown me. You will not be forgotten.

- Kathy-Ann Irish- Benjamin md
10
December
2021

Rekha!
I am so sorry to hear of this today
and I am heartbroken. I know with certainty that you are on your way directly to the light of love and
for all the friends ,patients and family who cherished you I wish them peace
especially to Thomas and your sons. Thanks for the friendship and comraderie that only you could have shown me. You will not be forgotten.

- Kathy-Ann Irish- Benjamin md
9
December
2021

Very sad about your loss

- Dr. Vijayakumar Komareth and Gita Komareth
9
December
2021

Dear Suresh, Deepak & Roshen ,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We met last when all our boys were young, so sad we didn’t have an opportunity to meet again. Rekha lived life to the fullest and is likely to be walking with our Lord now in no pain, yet your loss is immeasurable. We pray God’s grace will be a balm in this time of sorrow. Rekha’s smile and grace will live in our memories.
Reading the condolences, we thank God for her life and the many lives she blessed. We look forward to meeting again one day.

- Bina & Jiku
9
December
2021

Our sincere condolences to the family of Dr. John. May she rest in the glory of God.

- Anthony & Dorcas Tartaglia
8
December
2021

We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Dr John. Our condolences to her family and friends. Our family is left with a big hole in our hearts. I recall meeting Dr John over 18 years ago while pregnant with my first child. In the years since she's cared for our four children with dedication and compassion. She will be greatly missed by our family.

With great regard,
The Stevens family

- Robyn L. Stevens
8
December
2021

I imagine Dr. John caring for all of the little ones - laughing and smiling with them. She took care of my sons and for that I am forever grateful. Thank you Dr. John.

- Matthew's Mom
8
December
2021

Dear Suresh, Roshan, Deepak, Leela,
Surest, you are my godson. My wife Kamala and I grieve with you all today in your loss. We pray that he God Almighty will bless you and guide you in your journeys forward. Let Rekhas soul rest in peace.

- Sunny uncle/ Kamala auntie ( The Fenns)
8
December
2021

Heartfelt condolences and prayers

- Elsie New Delhi Wife of Thampi Thumpa
8
December
2021

My condolences to the family of Dr. Rekha Anne John from the Waring family. I move here 20 years ago looking for a pediatric doctor for my family. The experience and the care for my children receive phenomenal she help in so many ways getting service for my disable son ( now deceased). She will be greatly miss.

Sincerely,
The Waring family

- Latida Waring
7
December
2021

Dear Dr. John Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences to you and your family. We share in this time of grief with you. Rekha had a beautiful smile and a loving heart to all the kids that she had cared for many years. You are in our prayers.

- Thang, Jenny, Emily and Mia Le
7
December
2021

Dear Suresh, Roshan and Deepak,
We are deeply saddened by your loss and please accept our heartfelt condolences. May you be provided with the grace and fortitude to get through this difficult time. May your memories bring you some comfort.
Tommy, Priya, Reuben and Miriam.

- The Mathew Family
7
December
2021

Our sincere condolences to Dr John’s family Our prayers & thoughts are with you Rekha was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed She is with the Lord now and no longer in any pain We wish whole family healing R I P ????????????????????.
Ashok & Shilpa Patel

- Shilpa
7
December
2021

We are deeply sorry to learn of your wife's passing Dr John. Our hearts ache for you and your beloved family, and hope that you and your family find solace with the knowledge that so many people have such high regard for Rekha, and you as well. We will pray for you and your family. You have our deepest regards and heartfelt sympathy.

- Thomas and Nancy McCann
7
December
2021

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Rekha John. We first met at NH Montessori school where our sons attended pre-school. Immediately we began our life long friendship. Her charismatic personality and beautiful smile was always on display in every aspect of her life. She was Blake's and Avery's pediatrician, and we are so grateful for all she has done for them through the years. Some people touch our lives in ways that are never forgotten , and leave a void that can never be filled. Dr. Rekha John is one of those people. You will be truly missed , so grateful to have known you , rest in peace .

- Cathy Newell, Rick , Blake and Avery Walters
7
December
2021

Dr. Thomas John and Family,

It was with more than a little sadness that Karen and I learned of Rekha's passing after what must have been a difficult illness. She was one of those whose beautiful smile was a window into just what she was like on the inside; kind, caring, humble and more than willing to see to what was best for others. Though we have a strong suspicion she already enjoys the company of Christ, we will pray for the repose of her soul.

May God bless you all through this difficult time.

Dr. James and Karen O'Malley

- james omalley
7
December
2021

Our deepest sympathies & condolences to the family of Dr. John. She was a wonderful colleague as well as our daughter’s pediatrician for many years. Her warm smile and caring demeanor could calm the most uneasy child. She was a brilliant and kind person who will be missed greatly.

- The Jhandier Family
7
December
2021

Praying for you and your family Sureshachayen. May the Lord of all comfort and strength provide you with all that you need at this moment and in the coming days.

With Love,
Ajit

- Thomas George (Ajit)
7
December
2021

Thomas,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of Rekha. It was always a pleasure working with her. Her smile and easy way always lightened my day. We are away and can’t be with you on Wednesday but you are in our prayers

Carl and Lidia Krasniak

- Carl Krasniak MD
7
December
2021

Dr. John will be sadly missed. She has been my partner at work where I served with her on the Slocum Dickson board. She was always very fair and thoughtful of others. She was also my kids' pediatrician for many years helping them with colds and bruises in her calm empathetic manner. I have always thought very highly of her, and will miss her.

- Nathaniel Gould
6
December
2021

Our sincerest condolences to Dr John’s family during this time. She is our pediatrician for nearly 13 years; we entrusted our children in her care and why wouldn’t we? She was brilliant, kind, patient, and a joy to visit with during well visits, questions, and sick visits. We are feeling this loss deeply and we only knew her as patients. But as a mom, to me it was so much more than a business type relationship, and that was due to her wonderful bedside manner. We will miss her and we want you to know how loved she was and the comfort she brought to others.

- Margaret Tallman
6
December
2021

Very sad to hear of Rekha's passing. She was a brave women who fought a brave battle. She was a smart, witty person who made a lasting differance in this world.
God bless her and her lovely family, she is in are prayes.
Love, Steven & Claudia Lagrant

- steven h lagrant
6
December
2021

To The Family Of Dr. Rekha John - Our condolences for your family's loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Dan and Pam Casale

- Pam Casale
6
December
2021

Dr Thomas John and family. I’m sad to be reading this. I’m so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed working with you and Dr Rekha John through the years.
My deepest sympathy
Kimberly Gilbert (LV LHC)

- Kimberly
6
December
2021

Dr. R. John was one of the best, always there to help, and also always there to listen. I am one very lucky person, I have worked for her and now I am currently working for her amazing husband. To Dr. T. John and their wonderful boys, I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed tremendously, thoughts and prayers are with you all.

- Denise Scire
6
December
2021

We are heartbroken to hear of Dr. John's passing. Our children have seen her for over 18 years. Her guidance and support to her patients was one of a kind. I hope her family knows how deeply she touched this community. We will miss her smile and her laugh. Our deepest sympathies to her family and co-workers.

- The Tupaj Family
6
December
2021

My condolences go out to Dr. John and her family. She was my 2 sons doctor for 18 years. She was passionate in what she did and took care of my 2 sons whenever I needed her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

- Tonya Walrath and family
6
December
2021

Sending our deepest sympathies to Dr. John and sons/family. This is a huge loss for our community to lose such a caring, kind, great dr as Dr. Rekha John was. She was our doctor for 21 years and became a sweet friend someone my children grew to trust and love. Rest in peace- heaven has gained a beautiful angel.

- Pladocostante family
6
December
2021

To the John family,
We wish to extend our deepest condolences in regards to the loss f your wife/mother/ Doctor at these times.
Our daughter at one time had us visit her during life as a toddler . Later she was a classmate with the John’s son in school. My wife and I have been patients with Dr. Thomas John as our primary care physician for over 20 years .
Truly a great loss and part of our lives during these past 20+ years .
A loss that will be remembered today and forever…:
The Decker family ( Peter,Ann, Samantha).

- Peter &Anna Marie Decker
5
December
2021

WITH DEEP SARROW FOR THE LOSS OF DR. REKHA JOHN

- Gary Wandley
5
December
2021

Our sincerest sympathy and condolences for your loss. May all the warm and special memories you shared with her stay with you and bring you comfort.
May the Lord grant you peace and comfort.

- Nabeel and Abeer El-amir and family
5
December
2021

Dear Deepak and family,
We are so sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. She was Abby’s doctor for many years and always a delight when we would see her at a school function. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bill, Janice & Abby Owens

- Janice Siewert Owens
5
December
2021

Rekha touched so many lives in the very best way. I’m grateful I got the chance to know her as both a colleague at SDMG and a friend.
Deepest condolences to Thomas, Roshen, Deepak and her extended family.

-Raja Family
New Hartford, NY

- Dayal Davis Raja, MD
5
December
2021

My thoughts and prayers to you Dr. John and to your family through this difficult time!! I have been your patient for 15 plus years and along with you being a great doctor, you have become a wonderful friend to me too. My deepest sympathy in the loss of your wife!!
Bill Karn

- William Karn
5
December
2021

Dr. John has been my son’s pediatrician since his birth. Lovely lady always with a smile. She was a great human being with so much warmth, love and empathy for everyone around. Our deepest condolences to the family. May her soul rest in peace.

-Gayatri, Varun and Rihan

- Gayatri Neelakantan
5
December
2021

Thomas, Roshen and Deepak, we were heartbroken to hear of Rekha’s passing. She was a kind and loving woman who brought joy to all she touched. We have wonderful memories of her. She was a loving mother and her two beautiful boys were her pride and joy. We are thinking of all of you and sending our love and prayers.

The Hilton and Kowalczyk family
Rob, Karen, Emily, Bradley, Claire, William and Leah

- Karen Hilton
5
December
2021

Condolences and prayers to your family at this time of loss. Dr Rehka's smile and caring demeanor will so be missed. She has been my son's pediatrician since the day he was born almost 15 years ago. Rest peacefully.❤️

- Nancy,Ed, and Caden Salsberg
5
December
2021

We'd like to send our condolences to the John family during this difficult time. Dr. John has been our kid's pediatrician for years and we've gotten to know her well especially with 3 kids. She was always was so warm and caring with a great attitude. My children absolutely adored her. She will be greatly missed.

- The Kulik Family
5
December
2021

To the family of Rekha John, I just want to extend my deepest sympathy to you at this time. .Rekha was a wonderful physician . She will be greatly missed. God bless your family at this time. Bless all of you......Mr&Mrs Randall Hext

- Sharon Hext
5
December
2021

My deepest sympathy to the family. Dr John was a wonderful person and she will be missed by so many. May she Rest In Peace.
Sharon Braunlich
Slocum Oncology

- Sharon Braunlich
5
December
2021

May your soul rest in perfect peace.Accept my heartfelt condolence,and extend my warmest regards and comfort to the children
Dr Anthony Mojekwu
Mojilla Hospital Limited
Aso Road,ASO District KaruLGA Nasarawa State, Nigeria

- Chigbo Anthony Ozzi Mojekwu
5
December
2021

May God grant you the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss, as we pray her soul to rest peacefully in the Bosom of the Lord in the Name of Jesus Christ, Amen!!!
With heartfelt concern from my family and I,
Great JUMSA JOSITE,
SIR DR IGOCHE JAMES PETER, UNIJOS, +2348037238038 , dockee.jaypee@gmail.com

- James Peter Igoche
5
December
2021

My condolences to the John family. Rekha was a childhood friend from Nigeria. We were neighbors growing up in Yola and we went to the same school. I cannot even imagine what John, the kids, Leela aunty, Renji & Reni must be going through. Praying for strength for each of you at this time of grief. Rekha had a heart full of gold and a beautiful soul. May you find comfort, peace, and strength in all the loving memories shared . No longer by our side, but forever in our hearts. Rest in paradise.

Aleyamma (Kochi, India), Reina (Durban, South Africa), Regina (Baltimore, USA), & Renju (Ottawa, Canada)

- Reina
5
December
2021

With my very deepest sympathies... I join the community in mourning this shattering loss with you. May her memory be eternal.

- John C Brown
5
December
2021

I had the pleasure of knowing Rekha many years ago in the 80s at the university where we were both undergraduate students. She was sweet, calm and God fearing. She had this sense of humour that made it so easy to relate with her.
She will be greatly missed.
May the Lord comfort the Johns family and give them peace.

- Patience Onekutu
4
December
2021

Rekha so sad to hear you are gone. As a classmate I saw Christ in you, simplicity and sincere love for humanity. May God console your family and rest on we will meet again at the Lord's feet bye and bye.

- Prof. Chikaike Ogbonna University of Jos, Nigeria
4
December
2021

Heartfelt Condolences and Prayers ????

- Thomas Varghese
4
December
2021

Dear Dr. John and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Rekha was a loving and
kind person and she will be missed by many. Blessings to you and your family.
Peg and Clint Pinkham

- Peg Pinkham
4
December
2021

This was my grandson's doctor, I meet her a couple of times when his dad couldn't make his appointments, what a wonderful person she was, so outgoing and friendly, she loved everyone and will greatly be missed by all. My condolences go out to the family and may she rest in peace.

- SHARON Romleski
4
December
2021

Thoughts and Prayers Are sent to The John Family, Dr John was an amazing doctor, We will miss her So much sending love And our deepest sympathy and condolences To the John Family

With Love,
The Gregory's

- Amanda Gregory
4
December
2021

To Dr. Thomas John, Roshen, Deepak and Family,
Dr. Rheka John’s passing is not only a devastating loss to you, her Family, but to all of us that knew this beautiful, caring human being. During my time at Slocum Dickson, I learned so much from Dr. John.
She was always happy to share her knowledge and experience with me and a good laugh when it was needed. I loved her sense of humor.. I am certain that for always, people will smile when they share stories about the remarkable
Dr. Rheka John♥️.

- Susie Stone
4
December
2021

Dr. Thomas John and family,
What to say about such a loving, caring, generous, compassionate and beautiful woman? There are so many wonderful words to describe the type of person she was.
She will be so missed and even though we are numb right now, we will remember all the great times we had together in our SDMG family. Until we meet again....RIP our beautiful angel ???? ????❤
Love, Tracy Galimo

- Tracy Galimo
4
December
2021

My condolences to Mr. Dr. John and family. Our pediatric department will never be the same with out her. She had a heart full of gold and a beautiful soul. May you find comfort, peace, and strength in all the loving memories shared . No longer by our side, but forever in our hearts. Rest in paradise.

- Jacqueline Tolbert
4
December
2021

Such a kind, compassionate, wonderful women, and an amazing, caring physician. She will be truly be missed by all. My sincere condolences to her friends and family.

- Amy Lamberto
4
December
2021

Dr John was the best! We had the pleasure of being with her for almost 17 years and will miss her tremendously! Our prayers go out to her family at this difficult time.
All our love,
Pat, Gina, Patrick and Gino Corridori

- Gina Corridori
4
December
2021

Sending condolences to Dr John & family during this difficult time. I are deeply saddened by the loss of the greatest person I had the pleasure to know as my co worker and former pediatrician. She had a contagious sense of humor, a heart so caring and kind, a smile that I will never forget.

- Alicia militano