He changed my world from the first moment we met. I found him extraordinary in everyway. I will miss him everyday as the world goes on. Though it stoped for a moment when I realized I won’t be seeing you around. 


Came in from a rainy Thursday on the avenue
Thought I heard you talking softly
I turned on the lights, the TV, and the radio
Still I can't escape the ghost of you
What has happened to it all?
Crazy, some'd say
Where is the life that I recognize? (Gone away)
But I won't cry for yesterday
There's an ordinary world
Somehow I have to find
And as I try to make my way
To the ordinary world
I will learn to survive
Passion or coincidence once prompted you to say
"Pride will tear us both apart"
Well, now pride's gone out the window
Cross the rooftops, run away
Left me in the vacuum of my heart
What is happening to me?
Crazy, some'd say
Where is my friend when I need you most? (Gone away)
But I won't cry for yesterday
There's an ordinary world
Somehow I have to find
And as I try to make my way
To the ordinary world
I will learn to survive

To all connected to John-

What a tragic loss; his journey here on earth was too short. May you each find light on this dark journey of grief. 

Amy Schad (cousin)

My deepest sympathy to and prayers being offered for John's family during this sorrowful time.  May God grant you peace and comfort.  May John rest in the peace and love of the Lord.

John F. Crowley
Streetcar Operations Scheduler,
The National Museum of Transportation.

I did not know this young man, he was my late husband, Ray"Butch" Adams family of Margaret Rastopher and Claudine Blumer as well as my late father in law, Raymond Edward Adams. Very sorry for your loss at such a young age. May memories bring your family peace and comfort.

When I first met you, like so many others, I thought you were an arrogant jerk. Then I got to know you, and I loved you. I hear the same story from so many. You made a great impact on many lives and you will be deeply missed. I already miss those hugs!!  See you on the other side “son”.

I saw you last week walking across the bingo hall.  I could see you weren’t feeling well. I just didn’t know how bad.  
You will be missed, young man. You always had a smile for me and a small squeeze and always treated me with respect. I hurt for your parents and children and will keep them all in my prayers. 
Stand proud, my friend. 
Love,
G-Ma

RIP my friend.  You will be missed at the vfw in Farmington.  You have called me "mum" for so long. Seen you a couple days before you went to Heaven. I hugged you by, you would of thought it b last time. I love kiddo. May the Lord give your family peace. God Bless

Rastorfer Christian Education Fund c/o Peace Lutheran  Church

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John Edward Rastorfer III

June 26, 1981 – June 29, 2021

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