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Christy Wohlleber
John's Wife
John Wohlleber
April 3rd, 1969 - February 15th, 2021
April 3rd, 1969 - February 15th, 2021
Forever in our hearts.
John Charles Wohlleber was born April 3, 1969 in Pittsfield, MA to Robert Frederick Wohlleber and Ann Elizabeth Wohlleber. John was a loving older brother to Mary Wohlleber Turano. Early in his childhood, the family moved to North Stonington, Connecticut where John spent his childhood and graduated high school.
Always interested in history, science, and the world around him John attended the University of Connecticut and graduated with degrees in Math and History. His career path led him to Washington D.C. where he began graduate studies. A proud John Hopkins University alum, John received his Master’s degree in Environmental Science.
During this time - on a dare - John answered a personal ad posted in the Washington Post which led to an initial phone conversation with Christina Ruth Wessell that lasted several hours longer than initially planned. The interest was mutual, and John and Christy unhesitatingly moved forward in building a life together. The next several years found them married in 1997 and joyfully welcoming son RJ and daughter Claire, and eventually settling in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
John was a successful businessman, moving up quickly as an IT manager in oil and gas industries. John was a well-loved manager, a respected colleague, and a trusted friend. John’s strong work-ethic and investment in his career was always focused on the well-being of his family and his commitment to love and care for them.
A DiveMaster, John relished teaching his children to love the water and enjoyed hundreds of dives with family and dear friends. John loved to travel, particularly to Disney World and always to the ocean. All those who knew John knew of his devotion to the Boston Red Sox, his deep satisfaction in completing the most difficult Sudoku puzzles, and his intensely competitive nature in trivia and games. John had an incredible wit, loved bringing joy and laughter to all around him, and had the ability to tell the best bad dad-jokes. Above all, John’s greatest legacy will be the loving family he and Christy grew together. His pride in his marriage with Christy and in their children, RJ and Claire, had no end.
John is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Ann Wohlleber. John will be greatly missed by his sister Mary, wife Christy, Son RJ, Daughter Claire and all his family and friends.
The family is requesting memorials be directed to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance (ccalliance.org)
John graciously donated his body to science was cared for by Science care and will be cremated.
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Jeremy Funk
Sad to see that Big John has passed. He was a wonderful, intelligent, friendly and gentle giant of a man. someone who was always happy to talk about family, the Red Sox, Patriots, Oil and Gas Tech, and life. Always enjoyed lunches with the thirsty lion with John, and his memory will surely be a blessing for all he came across. RIP.
Charles Galusha
I've known Big John since we went to Montessori together. My parents considered him another son and I considered him my brother. There are so many memories, almost too many to remember.... But my favorite was John creating his own nickname. We were playing basketball and after one of his patented crazy layups he told everyone to call him The Sundial Express, cause he had so much hang time you could clock him with a sundial...... All from a guy that could barely clear a shadow. Absolutely hilarious! I miss you bro.....you always made me laugh no matter where we traveled. You are in a better place then the admiral be bow inn for sure...... See you later!
Emily
Lauren
The extended Wessell family was so blessed to have had John as a member. I remember the excitement of your wedding, Christy—the younger cousins were so excited to be traveling for our first big cousin wedding! We got to stay together at a hotel and had so much fun trying to catch an early peek of the bride and groom. We were so excited to welcome John! And so many beach weeks to follow. I remember thinking it was interesting that John would leave for a day away with RJ and then a day away with Claire—we were at the beach so why would you want to go to leave the beach house? :) As a parent myself now, however, I absolutely understand and love that John carved out those special days and memories with his children, whether at home or on vacation. He prioritized family, immediate and extended, and we are all blessed for the example he set. He is greatly missed and always loved.
Stephen Walnut
I will always remember John as a larger than life figure (both physically and personality wise) in my life. His intelligence, wit (his stories and the expressions that went with them were always hilarious), and (most of all) his huge heart were always amazing and no matter how long it had been since last we met it always felt like no time had passed. You will be missed but never forgotten. Love you buddy and until we meet again give your Mom & Dad and my Mom & Dad a hug and kiss from us. Steve
Emily
I first met John at the beach and that is where my best memories of him exist: playing games after the "grown-ups" were asleep, checking out his catch after a fishing trip, and of course the time he saved us from the jellyfish-infested water. And he certainly raised his children to be equally fearless in the ocean! He was always ready and willing to offer me excellent guidance and advice, first about my college degree, and later, parenting tips with a twinkle in his eye. I am so grateful to have known him.
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