Loving husband, stepfather, brother and friend, John Everett Sayer of Blairstown, New Jersey passed away peacefully on May 1, 2020 after having suffered a heart attack a few days prior.
Mr. Sayer was born January 31, 1959 in Allamuchy, New Jersey, and resided in Blairstown, New Jersey since his marriage to his beloved wife, Debbie. Mr. Sayer was the owner of John Sayer LLC.
The greatest testimony to the full life John led would be to celebrate him and his joyful nature.
He was a very committed mason and excelled in his craftsmanship. He lived his life with passion and not by half measures. He was also known to laugh with a glint in his eyes that you couldn’t help but share. He loved hard work as much as he enjoyed fun and entertainment with us all. Whether he was throwing a pizza party for the neighborhood or celebrating life with a pig roast in the backyard and inviting everyone he knew, John was a light that was thoughtful, giving, and full of adventure.
He is survived by his loving wife, Debbie Sayer of Blairstown NJ, his stepchildren Taylor Evans of Brooklyn, NY and Adison Evans of North Bergen, NJ. He is also survived by a large extended family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Julia Sayer, and his brother Ralph (Razz) Sayer.
We ask that you keep John’s family in your thoughts and prayers at this time. A memorial service to commemorate John will be scheduled at a later date, post Covid-19.
The family has asked that donations be made in lieu of flowers. Mr. Sayer was proud to support the arts, and to this end, the family have asked that donations be made to The John Sayer Artist Appreciation Fund on gofundme.com to help those artists struggling at this time, and The American Heart Association in memory and honor of John Sayer.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/john-sayer-artist-appreciation-fund?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1&fbclid=IwAR1WN1kBau2h7oMp_L9FD2NKsspzLL0vJaxcUStL-SG9VrBmCDzcBwDhyyk
(https://www2.heart.org/site/TR/FunRaiser/General?px=19519864&pg=personal&fr_id=3930&fbclid=IwAR1cnpuSMotS90kFMs-vbi3YnL5CUPRliNPd0mXktxX180c9zw2XgXQlBmY)
His passing has created a gap that was only his to fill, however he will live on in our memories.
‘He who binds himself to joy does the winged life destroy. But he who kisses the joy as it flies lives in eternity’s sunrise’. by William Blake
Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
“Amazing Grace” performed by Adison Evans, step daughter of John Sayer
CONDOLENCES:
Kevin Keyes
#9
May 29th, 2020 5:04 pm
Dear Debbie, I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your husband John. He was a good man and always had a smile and took the time to talk. Definitely a gentleman and and genuine soul.
Bill and Karen Miller
#8
May 15th, 2020 3:53 am
Dear Debbie and family…………We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our first instinct is to go and comfort, and yet we can’t do that during this strange time in history. Please know that there are hugs and prayers being sent your way. May God comfort you and yours.
Colleen Sayer
#7
May 10th, 2020 8:03 pm
Dear Sayer clan, I’m the wife of John’s brother, Joe, who spoke of John as only a younger brother could: with deference, respect and a certain amount of awe. Sending prayers to you and yours during this extraordinarily difficult time.
Elizabeth & John Morgan
#6
May 8th, 2020 9:43 pm
Debbie…I am shocked and saddened by John’s passing. God put John’s hard working hands to rest. He was such a special person… gentle, kind and strong. We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss, my friend, and wish you strength and peace. Elizabeth & John.
Patricia Katzenstein
#5
May 7th, 2020 3:56 pm
So sad to hear of Johns passing may God bless his soul! Sincerely, Pat and family
John Greszczak
#4
May 6th, 2020 6:02 pm
Debbie and family… I am deeply sorrowed by the news of John’s passing… He was a friend and great man.. His deep raspy voice and big smile shall surely be missed by many…!!!
Becky Hicks
#3
May 6th, 2020 7:47 am
Dear Debbie, John was my exhusband’s cousin, and my son’s Godfather. I was so sad to hear about his passing. I have so many wonderful memories of John. I know there are no words right now for what you are feeling. But I hope you are surrounded by the love of your family, and I hope all your wonderful memories you had with John will help you through this. John was very special to me and my children. We loved him so. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray the Lord holds you close during this time in your life.
David Bryk
#2
May 5th, 2020 7:46 pm
Dear Sayer Family, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep you all in prayers during this most difficult time. David Bryk & Family
Paul & Robin Wallace
#1
May 4th, 2020 5:18 pm
Dear Debbie, and Family My Wife Robin and are were so saddened at the news of your Husband John’s passing and fear we will have no words that can adequately comfort You during this heart wrenching time. We are praying our FATHER in Heaven will comfort You and the family as only HE can, and though we wish we share a shoulder to lean on during this time of Pandemic we will ask that our LORD Jesus Christ be a that shoulder for You to lean on. May the LORD Bless You and Keep You All during this time of Mourning through Christ our LORD Paul & Robin Wallace
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