John Leo Moyer
March 2, 1964 ~ June 28, 2012
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A celebration of John's life will be held on Sunday, September 2, 2012, arrangement are pending.
John Leo Moyer, 48, of Mechanicsville, MD, formerly of La Plata, MD, passed away at home on June 28, 2012 at 11:11am. Throughout his valiant six year battle with two primary cancers, he never wavered from the uncompromising optimism, courage, and faith that defined his character, and the quick wit and enduring smile that reflected his personality.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Louise Bianco Moyer, precious children, Amanda Moyer, and Andrew Moyer, dearly loved step-daughters, Angela Cisneros and Cassandra Carr (Stephen), loving mother-in-law Angela Bianco, cherished “Big Brother” Brigadier General Stephen L. Huxtable (Vera), Ret. Virginia Army National Guard, and his many, many wonderful true friends.
Born in Newport News, VA on March 2, 1964 to the late Mary Ann Dinova Moyer (Edwin) and the late Michael Yhelka, he is also survived by his real big brother Mickey Moyer (Georgia), twin sister Mary Fleming, niece Sara Moyer, and nephews Mike Moyer, David Heiderscheibt, Rodney Blair, Mark Blair, Matt Blair, and Danny Fleming, all of Richmond, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Anna Wood, and father-in-law Anthony Bianco.
John possessed an infectious joy for life and a love for people that became even more magnified in the last six years. Extremely intelligent with a wonderful sense of humor, John was an inspiration to many. He carried a powerful Message of Hope in the way he lived his life and will always be remembered for his spirit, integrity, honesty, and wisdom.
John was an avid ice hockey fan and he greatly enjoyed his years as a season ticket holder for the Washington Capitals and his Section 419 family. A skilled bass fisherman, other favorite passions included golfing, camping, traveling, and riding his Harley – many of the things that his “Big Brother” Steve did with him when he was young.
His wife and family are profoundly grateful for the immeasurable outpouring of support received during his illness. A celebration of John's life will be held on Sunday, September 2, 2012, arrangements are pending. If so inclined, please consider making a donation in John's memory to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
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“Love You Louise, Praying for peace in your heart! !! “
“As I listened to you and John tell the story of how you met and his discovery that he had cancer and your determination to marry him and be with him through his journey…I felt your love for each other, it gave me goose bumps. Your story is the greatest example of true love that I have ever heard.I tell it ofton to others. Your love story will live on…”
“Louise so sorry! Lee and I are thinking of you! “
“The world is not a better place but heaven is.”
“I am so sorry for your loss Louise,but I am sure he is finally at peace.Please rely on all your many friends that love and care about you of which I am one .”
“No words, just love.”
“With so much love, the angels begin to dance. Would words ever do kindly the feelings in my heart for you? If God could be so awesome, so caring to let you know I am with you in spirit.”
“Louise I’m so sorry to hear about John. He was such a great man. I’ll bet he is up there telling jokes. If you need anything please let me know.”
“Louise, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Through you I learned of John’s incredible spirit and grace, and I wish you peace and comfort in the coming days. Your beautiful spirit will one day meet is again, because with love we are never truly parted. Hugs to you Weez, and John’s other family & friends.”
“Thoughts and prayers to you and yours. John is at piece and watching over you with a smile.”
“Such a big part of my early memories of hope, John, Tommy, late nights at Denny’s and lots of laughs! I will miss his blunt honesty, it was always laced with love. May God heal your heart Louise, he waited so long for a love like yours,”
“All my love and prayers…”
“I’m so sad and sorry that we are losing his earthly form…he was so stunning and tender and funny….his light will continue to dazzle us though, beaming brightly in the many many hearts he touched. <3 "
“I am so very sorry for your loss. My Love and sympathy to all of Johns family. “
“Words cannot express the Love as well as Sorrow in my Heart! John you were a Great Man, Friend, and Inspiration to everyone you came in contact with. I Love You and am Honored to have known you! Soar with the Eagles and Angels my Friend! “
“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”
“My sympathies Louise. God be with you and yours.”
“My deepest sympathy and most heartfelt prayers to you and your family.”
“I am sorry for your loss Louise. Your love for each other will live on forever though you are apart. You loved each other to the fullest, and by his side at the end. He will continue to live on through you as you carry his legacy. My prayers are with you and your family. Rest my friend.”
“So sorry for your loss,my God bless you and your family in the time of grief and after. I didnt know John on a personal level but we did share something in common, the NA Program and from what I’ve been told he valued his Recovery more than anything, and he was an extraordinary man in all areas of life! He will be sadly missed…..”
“Thoughts, prayers and love and my deepest compassion go out to all”
“My heart goes out to John’s family. Louise I am so sorry for this profound loss. But I am grateful for the time you and John had together.”
“Thank You John for inviting me into your life. It was a joy and privilege to share years of recovery with you. You served with such profound purpose to so many in need, well done. Rest peacefully my friend, we’ll look after Louise for you.”
“I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. “
“I will miss his wisdom and guidance, he was such a help with the day to day things that life throws at us. I will cherish the memories we made forever!!!!! Love you both!!!”
“I am so glad that you got to know the kind of love that you and John had….I am so sorry that he has passed….”
“Louise,I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.”
“I am very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“My deepest sympathy to you Louise. John will be missed as part of our AVMI family. May God Bless you.”
“To the Moyer Family We are sorry for the Loss of your Husband,Friend. You will be in our thoughts and Prayers”
“We are so grateful to have known such a wonderful man. The first time we heard his message of hope had us crying with gratitude and filled with inspiration. He will be forever missed but never forgotten. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with Louise and the family during this time of need.”
“Always hopeful, his commitment passed to many. John will be missed! Thoughts of love and compassion to family and friends.”
“Pleas accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. While I didn’t know John very well, his Mother was a dear friend, as well as his brother Mickey and sister Anna. Mary was away most of the time so I didn’t know her well, either. All of you were a great part of my life for several years and you are still in my heart.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything, please let me know. “
“Louise: I just found out today. I am so sorry for your loss. You & John are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“You and your family are in my prayers.”
“With deepest Empathy and love {{{{{{{ Louise & Family }}}}}}}”
“”My deepest sympathy and most heartfelt prayers to you and your family.” “
“Dear Dear Dearest Friend, I’ve just opened my computer and I’m far from home. I love you very much; my heart is with you. I sent you something but you don’t have it yet… my timing was off but my heart is there. Love, Debbie”
“I just heard today. It nearly took my breath away. I am so sorry for your loss Louise. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I wish there is something I can do but I don’t know what. If you can think of something, or if you need anything, please let us know. “
“My deepest sympathies during this time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Louise & Family: You have my deepest sympathy and condolences. You all are in my prayers.”
“Louise and Family. So sorry to hear about John. My prayers are with you all at this time. God Bless.”
“I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a great person and a wonderful co-worker. I always loved when he would stop by to chat. He will truly be missed, keeping your family in my prayers.”
“Louise, This world has lost a wonderful and dear man. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Louise, Although it’s hard to put in words. The things we’d like to say, Our thoughts of deepest sympathy Are there with you today. “
“You have been through so much.. Just think, now he has no pain and he is with God. How bad could that be. My heart is with you. Anything you need, let me know. Love to you.”
“Louise, I am so sorry for your loss. John was a very special man who touched the lives of many. God Bless you and your family during this very difficult time and always. “Let us not grieve beyond letting go for in the Tree of Life their roots and ours are forever intertwined””
“I know a sweet girl named Louise, who met a man named John. She told me wait until you see, and waved me come along. I watched in awe and sighed each time,their love did grow and grow. I thanked my God for letting me such people here to know. Now God has taken back his son and we are all in tears. My prayer is that we be as strong as they were through these years.”
“I never really wanted to imposed on your life but even after 35 plus years!!!!!!! I hurt for you and your family please contact me!!!!! YOUR FRIEND ALWAYS!!!!!! 1005 KING AVE!!!!! Really Would Like 2 talk!”
“Louise.my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will forever cherish my time with John working on programming for the retreat. He taught me so much. You both have been such an inspiration and source of unconditional love for me.”
“Louise and family you and John are always in my thoughts and although John has gone away, his spirit lives on eternally in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. My deepest condolences.”
“Louise, there are no words that I have to express the feelings I have towards you. My deepest, deepest condolences. I don’t have many “John” stories as I once told you but I do remember being at a mtg and him saying “I don’t know why I got cancer twice, but if I (worry about) that I would never experience any peace.” That was when I was struggling, as I have been this year. It gave me hope that I could find peace or that maybe one day I’d be able to find peace within. Just for a moment. As for you, the only words my sponsor ever told me when I was going thru something was “I know its hard.” I don’t know how hard, I can’t even imagine. But I know it must hurt. I love you XOXO”
“John was loved by people all around the world. He squeezed every bit of living possible into his years, never slowing down. He will be missed, but his spirit lives on in our daily lives.”
“By touching you so dearly, John touched me also dearly. Although he was not in my life for a long enough time, his spirit will forever be in my heart. I am honored to have known him. Your love is an inspiration to all of us. “
“Louise, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I feel blessed to have witnessed the love that you and John shared and to have known him. You will be together again, till then he lives on in our memories. He is at peace and in no more pain. I’m sure he’s saving a seat for you at that big meeting in the sky… If you need anything just call. I luv ya”
“Louise, John was a brave and spirited individual. He will be missed as part of the AVMI family. So sorry for your loss. “
“You tought me that we are all together here in life and that my actions directly affect others. Your lover of golf and poker was very inspiring. Your kindness and patience helped me a lot. Thanks for all the time your offered listening. I won’t forget the lessons you shared with me. “
“John was a fantastic individual. I had the privilege and honor of working with him. Whenever I saw in the morning that I was working with him, I knew my day was going to be a good one! His jokes always made me laugh and his kindness was second to none. He was unique and full of life. He will always have a place in my heart. God Bless.”
“Mr. Moyer was an amazing individual. I had the honor of caring for him while he was in the hospital. Mr. Moyer became a part of our family and we cared about him deeply. Louise, you were also part of our family here at Hopkins and just know, that we are always here if you need anything at all. “