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Ilene Kluger posted a condolence
Monday, November 19, 2018
My husband and I met John while he was playing at Thyme. We'd often have dinner at the bar, listening to his beautiful music and chatting about singers and concerts. We brought friends to hear him, and spent a glorious New Year's Eve a few years ago listening to John and his wife. Hearing him sing on a Friday night was always the exact thing we needed after a tough work week. John became more of a friend throughout the years and sometimes sat with us during his breaks. More recently, he shared his health journey with us, one I truly understood as my mom went through a similar journey, and past two years ago. We were so heartbroken to learn about John just this weekend, and wanted to share our memories, and say to all of his loved ones that John left a beautiful mark on this world, and he will always be in our hearts.
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Robert Williams posted a condolence
Saturday, November 17, 2018
I am So Sorry He is gone I knew John from many years ago in Ridgewood and the Band He played in and His Talent with playing the Guitar He was Amazing and I always wished I could Play Music Like Him , He was also my Sunday School Teacher in the Early 1970's and I knew his Brother Scott we all went to St.Marks Church on Onderdonk and Grove st. I used to see him many times walking through my block through out the years when he was dating a very nice girl at that time. I still find this difficult that he is gone . My Condolences to the Struck Family and Scott for their loss he was to me a Great Guy., I often thought about John throughout the years .I will miss Him .
Robert Williams
Fresh Meadows NY
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Jonathan Armak posted a condolence
Saturday, November 10, 2018
John could hold a story like so few people and just anytime I had the pleasure to sit and listen is a memory I will cherish. Classy man, one of a kind.
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Saturday, November 10, 2018
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John leading Epiphany Worship at St. John's Lutheran Church By The Sea Long Beach, NY
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Jennifer Gilliard Greene posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
Thinking of big cousin John and his family. Much love and peace to all of you. With love from little cousin Jennifer & Family. xoxo
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Dave Leunig posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
Such a lovely guy, made everybody around him feel good And play their best musically. He will be very much Remembered, missed and emulated!
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The Dortz Family lit a candle
Friday, November 9, 2018
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Jen and Family, so sorry for your loss - sad to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Anne Ryan posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
Jen,
My deepest and heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. Although I have not seen you guys in a while, you were never out of my thoughts. I was remembering the last time I saw you both. Ran into you at the Olive Garden. What I remember most was the wonderful bear hug. John had a gift for making a person feel safe and at ease with his hug. He also had a way of making you feel like you were an important part of his heart. And I believe his heart was so big that indeed all those he knew he truly loved.
I cannot imagine your loss and your heartbreak but I know John is looking down on you and thinking how lucky he was to have you! He will always be an angel on your shoulder.
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Di Raucci posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
Jen, I am so sorry to hear about John. He was a great guy and an extremely talented musician. My deepest sympathies.
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Patti Morrone posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
My deepest Sympathy To you Jennifer , your family and Friends. My heart goes out to you all , my heart is heavy . I have known John for over 30 years he was a gentle giant with a heart bigger than the world, an Angel here on Earth. God absolutely used John to minister to all of us, he did to me . He was my Music Mentor, my Confidant and Friend for many years, a brother, Rest in the arms of Jesus John . Love you always .
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Anna posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
Jennifer I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the wonderful music John shared with us. My heartfelt sympathies.
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Marianne Buscemi posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
Dear Jen. My love and prayers for you seem insignificant in light of your loss. We love you and are lifting you up in prayer. Ed and Marianne
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Terry Cuttito posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, November 9, 2018
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Bob Becker posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Here's a song for my cousin.
https://youtu.be/yIxmZ4WjZ7Y
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Linda Hartnett lit a candle
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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The entire Hartnett family
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Linda Hartnett posted a condolence
Thursday, November 8, 2018
We met John 32 years ago. He genuinely exemplified and possessed all qualities of a truly wonderful person. An extremely talented person in so many ways. Always ready to help with a quick smile and heartwarming laugh. I could go on forever. We called him “big guy”. God made him so big because of the size of his heart. Love you Big Guy ❤️ May you rest in Gods arms. Loved you always, miss you forever. Thank you for all you’ve done Linda & Mark
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Dawn Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Deepest sympathy & prayers to Jen & all of John’s family & friends. John was a unique & charismatic man with more talent than many of us could ever dream of. He had a way of drawing people to himself & making them feel comfortable. I will always treasure the many years of spiritual music, prayer & friendship that we shared during our years together at St. Martin of Tours. May John Rest In Peace in the loving arms of his Creator for all eternity.
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Jerry Hempstead posted a condolence
Thursday, November 8, 2018
I came to know John as a parishioner at St. Martins. We went to the same mass where he sang. Got to know him well in the many shows that were done. He was a musical gift to the world. He could play everything. He loved to share his gifts. I’m sure he’s arranging a performance now for the folks in Heaven.
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Dawn Smith posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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FRANK TURCO posted a condolence
Thursday, November 8, 2018
SINCRER CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF JOHN WHO STOOD BY ME AT A TIME OF NEED.HE WAS HONEST AND SINCERE IN EVERY ASPECT OF LIFE.IT WAS PRIVLEDGE TO KNOW HIM.RIP
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Nick Giglio posted a condolence
Thursday, November 8, 2018
I joined the folk group back around 1993 when John led the group at the folk mass in the auditorium. Later, I started playing guitar with the group and we continued playing together for many Christmas and Easter seasons and at the 10 o'clock children's mass for years. He was always willing to share his tremendous knowledge of music and guitar with me and truly inspires me to this day. Thank you, John, for that. I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to the family.
Rest in peace.
Nick
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Genny Mitchell posted a condolence
Thursday, November 8, 2018
I've known John since 1989 when I joined the Folk Group at St. Martin of Tours. I liked singing but couldn't read music and didn't know where I belonged in terms of range. John took me under his wing and said that I was in the middle of the keyboard - a true alto. Was that a good thing, I asked him? I thought that made me less than soprano. He told me that every note was important and although soprano was a beautiful place to be, the alto brought the song to a different level of beauty, in harmony to the melody. He even taught me the harmony to Happy Birthday and to this day I cannot sing its melody. I will miss you my friend. It is so hard to say goodbye, but all of us will see you one day in heaven. I know the first thing I will be aware of is the sound of the guitar as only John G. Struck can play it.
Rest in peace. Genny Mitchell
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Chet Lazzara uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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To my good friend,
What a legacy you have created throughout your life. Touched by many. Thank you for all you have given me.
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Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Frank Walker posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Terry Cuttito lit a candle
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Frank Walker uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Frank Walker uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Frank Walker uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Frank Walker uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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John Struck & Frank Walker 2014
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Frank Walker uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Frank Walker uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Frank Walker posted a condolence
Thursday, November 8, 2018
I've known John for 21 years. We worked in the same Long Island music circles. We had an instant connection when we met, first as musicians, then as friends. He had unique connections with so many people through his support, encouragement & inspiration. Our first performance together as a duo lasted 6 hours (no rehearsal, just "do you know this one?") with only one 15 minute break & the time flew by. We laughed the entire time & it just felt like we've been performing together forever. We played music together several times over the years with different people & for different reasons, musical, spiritual & charitable. I like to believe we were each other's "go-to" guy who you knew you could rely on. The last "go-to" thing John did for me was playing guitar on stage at Eisenhower Park during a Harry Chapin tribute concert while I nervously sang a duet & proposed to my fiancee in front of 1,000 people. He did it without question or reservation because he knew I found my soulmate. We saw each other many times since then socially, & within the last year while I was sick & couldn't see him in person, we texted each other & hoped to set up time to video chat with other, but unfortunately it never came to be. But I love him & know he loves me & I am forever grateful to him for all he gave me.
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Thursday, November 8, 2018
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The Cutlers lit a candle
Thursday, November 8, 2018
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The family of John G. Struck uploaded a photo
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
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