Condolence From: Angela Fingleman
Condolence: John brought a smile to my face each visit with him. He was a precious man and I will miss seeing him. Love and Prayers to you - Martha, and the family. Angela
Wednesday June 07, 2017
Condolence From: Julia Kauffman
Condolence: Our condolences to the Quaid family.
Scholastic International
Tuesday June 06, 2017
Condolence From: J.C.
Condolence: You have our deepest sympathy and condolences in the loss of your loved one. Jehovah God made a promise to us all at Revelation 21:3-4 states, And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away. Very soon now, we will never experience losing our loved ones in death.
Monday June 05, 2017
Condolence From: Kelly Shores
Condolence: John Quaid (Mr. Quaid to me) was one of a kind. He coached several of my little league teams in Huffman, Texas as I was growing up and had such a positive impact on me as well as many young people in that community. I can still picture Mr. Quaid with his coach's whistle around his neck and a cigar in his mouth. Even though he made us work hard, he always had a smile on his face and made the practices and games fun. I had the impression that he was having as much fun as we were!
Martha Quaid (Mrs. Quaid to me) was our school nurse when I was in elementary school and has always been the perfect balance for her husband. She was always kind and thoughtful and has been a great friend to my parents over the many years that our families have known one another. It seems like ever time I talk to my parents, they mention the Quaids and always in a way that makes me smile.
Of course, Chris Quaid (I don't have to call him Mr. Quaid!) was one of my first friends growing up. One of my funniest childhood memories was when Chris and I would call in to order products during infomercials on one of 3 TV channels we got at the time. Chris would lower his already deep voice (for a kid anyway) and tell the poor operator taking his order that his name was "Elmer Jones". For some reason I always though that was the funniest name ever and still use it as a pseudonym
when I need to order something from the Home Shopping Network.
I can also recall riding the Quaids' tandem bicycle. I don't know if Mr. Quaid ever knew how much we abused that thing, but it was very kind of them to let us ride it. And it always seem to get fixed magically when we brought it back with a flat tire or other mechanical problem, which we, of course, didn't cause!
As I mentioned, Mr. Quaid was one of a kind. He was the first self-proclaimed cajun "coonass" that I ever met. I still remember his cajun accent because he could turn it on and off at will. When he used it, we often had no idea what he was saying! But I still remember his voice and his words very well. They were kind and encouraging. He expected a lot from his "men" (10 year old boys on the teams that he coached) and he gave us a lot in return. Adyeu, Mr. Quaid. The world is a better place and I am a better person because of you.
Monday June 05, 2017
Condolence From: Sam and Sue Cobb
Condolence: We are very sorry to hear of John's passing. The Quaids have been wonderful neighbors of ours for nearly 33 years. John was a good person and a hard working man. He will be missed.
Sunday June 04, 2017
Condolence From: Sam and Sue Cobb
Condolence: We are very sorry to hear of John's passing. The Quaids have been wonderful neighbors of ours for nearly 33 years. John was a good person and a hard working man. He will be missed.
Sunday June 04, 2017
Condolence From: Betty Haskins
Condolence: John was such a special man. He was loved by everyone, and we'll miss his laughter, jokes, and fun-loving spirit. Martha, John and I love you so much, and we want you to know we'll always be here for you. You and your precious family are in our prayers.
Love to you,
Betty and John Haskins
Saturday June 03, 2017