John was one of the most sincere and tenderly sweet souls I've ever known. His smile lit up any room and he was someone that would have given you the shirt off his back in negative 30 degree weather. Although it's been many years since I've had the pleasure of seeing John and unfortunately did not learn of his illness until his passing he will always be one of the greatest people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing and one of the few people that made me realize there are people in the world that could treat everyone they meet with the respect and love they deserve. John was always so caring and kind to the people around him, the type of person we could all learn from and strive to be like! You will be deeply missed John and my heart and prayers go out to Cynthia and his amazing parents. The essay's John wrote just prove the love and bond that him and Cynthia had, they were true soul mates. I'm so sorry for your loss.
In memory of John Whitney Rust, Jr.
