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John Michael Shalhoub
May 1, 1933 ~ April 4, 2017 (age 83) 83 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Salim Shalhoub
April 9, 2017 3:25 AM
You are one of a kind my cousin. You are one of a kind my friend. They don’t make them like you anymore!
You took me in when I was 18 freshly landed in the US with only a briefcase, determination, hope and ambition. What I needed, was a little push, a little support and a bit of comfort. What you gave me, was much much more. You generosity, Your warmth, Your support - I will never forget. And most of all, I will always remember how you made it all seem so light with wit a sense of humor that brought tremendous happiness to me and the entire room.
There are very few people that have influenced my life the way that you have. There are very few people in my life who have supported me the way that you have.
You are one of a kind my cousin. They don’t make them like you anymore.
I will miss you.
You took me in when I was 18 freshly landed in the US with only a briefcase, determination, hope and ambition. What I needed, was a little push, a little support and a bit of comfort. What you gave me, was much much more. You generosity, Your warmth, Your support - I will never forget. And most of all, I will always remember how you made it all seem so light with wit a sense of humor that brought tremendous happiness to me and the entire room.
There are very few people that have influenced my life the way that you have. There are very few people in my life who have supported me the way that you have.
You are one of a kind my cousin. They don’t make them like you anymore.
I will miss you.
A candle was lit by Salim Shalhoub (Your Cousin from The old country, met 1963)
on April 9, 2017 2:23 AM
A candle was lit by Brother Michael Barba
on April 8, 2017 10:35 AM
Message from David Hajjar
April 8, 2017 8:32 AM
I will always remember John with a smile on his face. He was a gentleman and always said hello. John never let his disability get in the way of what he wanted to do, which was an inspiration to many. I will miss him - we all will miss him. May he rest in peace.
Message from Jeff Stangle
April 8, 2017 3:58 AM
Dear Jackie, Michael, and family
I just wanted to let you know who John was to me. John was a mentor to myself and many others. Anytime I needed help or a hand up he was there. His smile would light up any room. Awhile back I was in the hospital for three weeks, John must have called me five different times. Making sure my process was going well and helping me cope with the loss of one of my big toes. He always treated me as family and had a kind word every time I saw him.
This past December we went to an event in Downtown Boston, neither he or I could drive there. A friend was nice enough to drive us in. The only problem was a high jump up into the truck. John said "watch out" as he proceeded to jump up into the truck. He looked at me and said your turn. Priceless!
I will miss my friend.
Jeff Stangle
I just wanted to let you know who John was to me. John was a mentor to myself and many others. Anytime I needed help or a hand up he was there. His smile would light up any room. Awhile back I was in the hospital for three weeks, John must have called me five different times. Making sure my process was going well and helping me cope with the loss of one of my big toes. He always treated me as family and had a kind word every time I saw him.
This past December we went to an event in Downtown Boston, neither he or I could drive there. A friend was nice enough to drive us in. The only problem was a high jump up into the truck. John said "watch out" as he proceeded to jump up into the truck. He looked at me and said your turn. Priceless!
I will miss my friend.
Jeff Stangle
A candle was lit by Robert R Khouri II, Secretary, West Roxbury-Dorchester Lodge
on April 7, 2017 12:55 AM
My Brother and my friend may your journey be swift into God's awaiting arms. Your cheerful smile was sorely missed at our lodge meeting. I am thankful to have shared many memories with you and of course the stories that you told me about my father that I never knew about. You were a Godsend to all who knew you. So Mote It Be!
My Brother and my friend may your journey be swift into God's awaiting arms. Your cheerful smile was sorely missed at our lodge meeting. I am thankful to have shared many memories with you and of course the stories that you told me about my father that I never knew about. You were a Godsend to all who knew you. So Mote It Be!
A candle was lit by Bro Robert R Khouri, II from West Roxbury-Dorchester Lodge
on April 7, 2017 12:40 AM
A candle was lit by Marie Elena Silva
on April 6, 2017 9:03 PM
A candle was lit by Stan and Marion Gaw.
on April 6, 2017 8:16 PM
A candle was lit by Lynn & Ernest Kooistra
on April 6, 2017 3:39 PM
Message from The Masons
April 6, 2017 1:00 PM
To the family and friends:
Wor John Shalhoub, a man who transcended generations of Masons, has passed to the Celestial Lodge above. A Brother who always had a smile on his face no matter the situation. Wor Shalhoub faced many challenges in his life from facing cancer at a young age which cost him one of his legs to losing the love of his life. John faced adversities with a positive attitude, dignity and class . He would often make fun of his own physical challenge. In fact, he entered a dance contest in Norwood just a few years ago, and was seen on stage spinning his artificial leg in a full circle. This was surprising to several people in the audience but that was John being John. He loved our fraternity and his lodge. He would often come down to rehearsals and other lodge meetings just to be as he would say, "with the guys".
He did this, not because he had to, but because he wanted to. Our fraternity needs more John Shalhoubs in it. We need to learn from his exuberance and his zeal for life. He will be truly missed and there's a void in all of our lives that will never be filled quite the same way. God Bless you Worshipful Brother John Shalhoub. I know you are in the Celestial Lodge above with your loved ones and that smile. May your family find peace during this sad time.
All his brother Masons
Wor John Shalhoub, a man who transcended generations of Masons, has passed to the Celestial Lodge above. A Brother who always had a smile on his face no matter the situation. Wor Shalhoub faced many challenges in his life from facing cancer at a young age which cost him one of his legs to losing the love of his life. John faced adversities with a positive attitude, dignity and class . He would often make fun of his own physical challenge. In fact, he entered a dance contest in Norwood just a few years ago, and was seen on stage spinning his artificial leg in a full circle. This was surprising to several people in the audience but that was John being John. He loved our fraternity and his lodge. He would often come down to rehearsals and other lodge meetings just to be as he would say, "with the guys".
He did this, not because he had to, but because he wanted to. Our fraternity needs more John Shalhoubs in it. We need to learn from his exuberance and his zeal for life. He will be truly missed and there's a void in all of our lives that will never be filled quite the same way. God Bless you Worshipful Brother John Shalhoub. I know you are in the Celestial Lodge above with your loved ones and that smile. May your family find peace during this sad time.
All his brother Masons
A candle was lit by Brother Michael Barba, West Roxbury Dorchester Lodge
on April 8, 2017 10:53 AM
My heart felt condolences to your family. Being a first year Freemason, it was always a pleasure to see and talk with Him. John always had an upbeat attitude and liked to talk about our fraternity, which rubbed off on me. He meant a lot to me and will certainly be missed.
My heart felt condolences to your family. Being a first year Freemason, it was always a pleasure to see and talk with Him. John always had an upbeat attitude and liked to talk about our fraternity, which rubbed off on me. He meant a lot to me and will certainly be missed.
Message from Marge and fran ricci
April 6, 2017 12:55 PM
We will miss our friend Johnny and his great personality. As a frequent guest at Tugboats and at xmas parties and watching baseball in Florida he always made me laugh. My fondest memory of him was when he came into the restaurant and ordered a half of Hamburg. Our condolences to all of the family.
A MOUNTAIN MEADOW PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on April 6, 2017
My darling Shalhoub family, my love and prayers are with you. This amazing man was bigger and better than life itself. May God be with you and comfort you. From Hebrews "Say not in grief he is no more but in thankfulness that he was." Love and deepest sympathies, Peggy, Lew and Thomas Overby
A candle was lit by Madeline Eysie, Norwood, Mass.
on April 6, 2017 10:52 AM
A candle was lit by Patty (Golden) Olen
on April 6, 2017 9:36 AM
Dear Jackie, Michael and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your amazing dad. Growing up across the street from your family gave me the best and most treasured memories. Your dad was one of my favorite people from my childhood. He was always so happy and fun to be around.
I will never forgot all the times I "tried" to sleep over only to beg to go home in the night. He would call up my dad and watch me cross the street to safety...chuckling that maybe next time I would stay! He never made me feel bad about it. He was like a second father to me and I am a better person for having known him.
You guys sure got lucky in the dad department. His love of his family was his greatest treasure. You stayed close to him and always appreciated him. His legacy will live on forever because of that.
My heart goes out to you all and I am keeping you close in prayer today and always. I hope he and your mother are smiling down on you.
All of the Goldens send their love. xl
Patty
Dear Jackie, Michael and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your amazing dad. Growing up across the street from your family gave me the best and most treasured memories. Your dad was one of my favorite people from my childhood. He was always so happy and fun to be around.
I will never forgot all the times I "tried" to sleep over only to beg to go home in the night. He would call up my dad and watch me cross the street to safety...chuckling that maybe next time I would stay! He never made me feel bad about it. He was like a second father to me and I am a better person for having known him.
You guys sure got lucky in the dad department. His love of his family was his greatest treasure. You stayed close to him and always appreciated him. His legacy will live on forever because of that.
My heart goes out to you all and I am keeping you close in prayer today and always. I hope he and your mother are smiling down on you.
All of the Goldens send their love. xl
Patty
A candle was lit by Jeffrey Stangle
on April 6, 2017 2:49 AM
Message from 6th Masonic District
April 6, 2017 1:08 AM
Today is a sad day. Wor John Shalhoub, a man who transcended generations of Masons, passed to the Celestial Temple on April 5, 2017. A Brother who always had a smile on his face no matter the situation. Wor Shalhoub faced many challenges in his life from facing cancer at a young age which cost him one of his legs to losing the love of his life. John faced adversities with dignity and class. He would often make fun of his physical challenge, In fact, he entered a dance contest in Norwood just a few years ago, and was seen on stage spinning his artificial leg in a full circle. This was surprising to several people in the audience but that was John being John. He loved our craft and his lodge. He would often come down to rehearsals and other lodge meetings just to be as he would say, with the guys.
He did this, not because he had to, but because he wanted to. Our craft needs more John Shalhoubs in it. We need to learn from his exuberance and his zeal for life. He will be truly missed and there's a void in all of our lives that will never be filled quite the same way. God Bless you Worshipful Brother John Shalhoub. I know you are in the Celestial Lodge above with your loved ones and that smile. May your family find peace during this sad time.
He did this, not because he had to, but because he wanted to. Our craft needs more John Shalhoubs in it. We need to learn from his exuberance and his zeal for life. He will be truly missed and there's a void in all of our lives that will never be filled quite the same way. God Bless you Worshipful Brother John Shalhoub. I know you are in the Celestial Lodge above with your loved ones and that smile. May your family find peace during this sad time.
A candle was lit by Rt Wor Robert Vartanian c/o the 6th Masonic District
on April 6, 2017 1:04 AM
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