My deepest sympathy to the Edwards family. John was a dear friend to my Dad (Ed Cobbett). They did a lot of motorcycle riding together. As a kid growing up I watched them get ready to go on their rides. They were always exited. I hope he and dad can ride one more time.

Ernie & Jo Cobbett

To Lorraine and family. My condolences in your loss. I had the privilege of working with John in the early 1960's at Babbitt Co in Hanover. He was a caring and giving man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Dear Lorraine and family, I was completely overwhelmed to hear about John. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.

I am sure Bill was there in heaven greeting him. They will have a lot to talk about. Motorcycling was Bill's passion and I am sure it was John's also. I often worried when Bill would go riding on his own that anything could happen. But knowing his love for this I am sure if it was his time to leave us he would have done it knowing that he was doing something that he loved.

My love and compassion goes out to you.

Love, Beverly Messinger

RIP John. Peace and Love be with the family during this difficult time. Praying for a speedy recovery for Lorraine.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

We at the ANA Patriot Squadron , NAS South Weymouth ( Shea Naval Aviation Historical Museum) will miss our shipmate and dear friend John. We express our deepest condolences, sympathy, and support to Lorraine, his loving family, and friends.
Bill ( Sarge) Sargent, Commanding Officer, Patriot Squadron

John Edwards Family, I was shocked to read about the loss of John recently. I had just talked with him a few weeks ago, I always enjoyed his stories and he never had a loss for words. He was not only a friend to me, but a great friend to my Dad who just past in May. He will be greatly missed. God Bless...

Bill & Elaine Spooner

Thoughts and prayers with all of you. (Worked with John at Halliday.)

My thoughts and prayers for the Edwards family

FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS SHIPMATE EO1 FRANCIS J WARD NMCB 27

To all of John Waitsel's (that's what his Mamma always called him) family.
I know that you don't know me and I am saddened that I haven't seen Johnny since he was ~ 7- 8 years old. I would have been ~ 13 - 14 years old then. I am Johnny's half sister, Dorothy's son, Jack Edward McCarn. See anything family in the name?
I am now even more sorry that I didn't get to see Johnny and meet Lorraine when they visited Seattle/Bremerton, WA relatives in 1985. I must have been out to sea or on other civilian Navy business.
However, Johnny and I reunited some years ago on e-mail. We shared our aligned strong Christian, political and 2nd Amendment positions, often.
I'm sure that my imagination falls way short of knowing the horror and grief of you who were there on this family ride with Johnny and Lorraine. However, I have lived much longer than any of you and I have seen miracles come from such as this. Our Lord does not waste any of his soldiers. I will be watching for His hand in this.
Johnny is with the good people who have been waiting for him. My prayers go with you now, that you will carry Johnny's banner high and trust the Lord.
So, what am I,
Your Great half uncle,
Jack
Please keep me posted, [email protected] 1 (360) 509-1006

To The Edwards Family; John was a great friend to myself and my family. I enjoyed our rides together and will always treasure the memories. He will be greatly missed and will always be in my thoughts and prayers and I know he will be watching over our rides, with my dad by his side. RIP John

Lorraine and family I am so sorry for your loss. I was so glad when John stopped off at my house in Whitman and a couple times with you. It was great when he would recall all the times he had working at Halliday with my father (John Day) like it was yesterday. I am glad that your husband was not a shy guy. The story's he recalled really touched me as much as I sure touched everyone he told a story too. Meeting up again at Weymouth base, John will not be forgotten. I am so glad that you both stopped by and on the day we were moving to Maine. John was a wonderful man that touched everyone.

So sorry for you all. We have been family for 60to70 years. Lorraine and all the family went to church way back when with me at Congregational Church in Hanover. John plowed the driveway here for years at 926 Broadway. We will miss seeing his smiling face. Get well Lorraine. Love you Bob and Carol Frattalone

A man large in life, larger in heart and sorely missed by family and friends. Until we meet again.

What a wonderful man Mr, Edwards was. He always had a great smile. He and my Dad, Ed Cobbett, rode motorcycles together. We are thinking of your family at this time. He will be missed.

A year has past, yet the sense of loss hasn't waned. I still miss our long conversations at your kitchen table. Your chair remains empty at club meetings & no one has the booming admonition to Ride Safe! We knew each other such a short time, but you left a lasting impression. R.I.P. my friend!

Wayne & Family;
Please accept my Family's deepest condolences and sympathy for the loss of Your Father.
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time.
Sincerely,
Roganne and Joseph Sanchez

John was a good friend and will be missed. My prayers are with Lorraine and her family.

Uncle Johnny I remember being at the house with family.. picnic's as a little girl...running through the house..loving your laugh and smile.. rest in peace.. Love your Niece Pamela...

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Calvin and Dianna Burnham

I have fond memories of John, starting when he and Lorraine first moved into their home on State Street until his and Lorraine's presence at Ma's interment in Round Pond, ME. He was a significant presence in my life and is missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lorraine, Jack, Wayne & Andy, their spouses and children. Robert & Elaine Munro.

Rest in peace Dad, your morning phone calls are surely missed as you be missed. I love you

My deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved. Lorraine my prayers are with you and your family as you grieve.

John always had a great smile and positive outlook. He was a caring friend, thoughtful and interested in the people around him. We will miss him and keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all, Paul & Arlynn Shoughrow

Our deepest sympathies go out to Lorraine & family. Our prayers are with you all.

I was amazed @ your ability to recall places, dates & every Harley ever built. Your stories of crisscrossing the US w/ Lorraine inspire me to ride more often & further. Your easy smiles, infectious laugh will stay w/ me always. Whatever you're ridin now, as you often told me,"side rafe. I deeply miss you my friend! My deepest condolences to the entire Edwards family. My thoughts & prayers are w/ Lorraine during this horrible ordeal...God Bless

My deepest sympathy to you dear Lorraine, to the entire family and friends. God Bless you and keep you in your time of need. May you find peace in your heart and faith to keep going. Love and hugs Cynthia Hammond

Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.

My heart goes out to John's family and friends. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

I am sorry to hear about John I worked with John for many years He was the first to give my son his first motorcycle ride. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time

Please accept my condolences. Know that the God of comfort feel your pain and sorrow. Isaiah 61:1,2 reads: " He sent me (Jesus Christ) to bind up the brokenhearted, . . . and To comfort all who mourn, . . . "

My heart is heavy and prayers of comfort and peace at this time of sorrow and may love come full circle from great memories and times from all those who knew him best and well ...... Sandy Strout Whipkey via friendship with son in Florida.... prayers of safe travels for all whom are attending and going to be present for this service and memorial ... God Bless

Lorraine and family my thoughts andprayers are with you all john will be missed very much.

John,
"In your life you touched so many.
In your death many lives were changed."
Deepest sympathy to you all.

Love Terri & Art

Thoughts and prayers to the Edwards family, and a speedy recovery to Lorraine