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Mike Ampe posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
a time to keep and a time to throw away, a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak, a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace. Like the winter season upon us which has changed the hot summer to more frigid temperatures, there is a time and a purpose. Today, the season is for grieving for John: a dad, a son, a brother, an uncle or a friend. But like winter will change to spring, with renewed life, warmer temperatures and longer days, time will change to peace. Peace of knowing that John has found eternal rest. No longer will he need to toil in feast or famine. No longer will he be in pain and aching to find rest. No longer will time be a factor. I have hope and believe that we will see each other again. And when we meet again one question I will have to ask is; Say, by the way, did you ever learn how to throw with the right hand yet? (Just ribbings between siblings) God bless you in His eternal grace, my brother John.
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Mike Ampe posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
We both felt foolish and John felt he should not be paid for his time but I knew better. I was grateful for the time and the relief of now knowing it was alright. Though you can not tell the location of this breach, that wall is now a reminder to me of his art, his craft and the sacrifice of his time for me when I asked for help. One of my favorite singers, Bob Cull, wrote a song which states, If you want to be great, In Gods kingdom, learn to be the servant of all referring to the bible verse in Mark 9:35. I believe Johns attention to detail in the work of his hands is a testament of a servant. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 A Time for Everything There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance, a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, a time to embrace and a time to refrain, a time to search and a time to give up,
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Mike Ampe posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
He spent many long and hard hours working his trade and he loved it despite the pain he had developed in his back. It was feast or famine, too much work for one man or not enough to go around and that was the life he led. And, through it all, I never once heard him ask for help. I remember him finally making time to help me with a pesky water leak. Drips could be heard through a wall from the upper story. As he evaluated the situation we took and hour to remove a slip in closet upstairs and then the sheetrock only to find no trace of a leak. The last resort was to cut into the wall of the dinning room to survey the damage and work the problem backwards. He carefully removal the baseboard and took a straight edge to cut out a square of sheet rock. As he was on his knees and I was looking over his shoulder, we paused with mouths dropped open for what seemed like an eternity. There was absolutely no sign of water! Why, we thought. When I ran water again we noted what sounded like dripping coming from the expansion foam insulation used to plug holes in the framing. It was expanding and contracting from the change of temperature of the water from the tub. A total relief for me, but still the work to repair what was now deemed not necessary.
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Mike Ampe posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
I can look back now and see we lived on the edge, but no drama noted here, just kids being kids. High school started the change as teenagers vied to establish territory. John had his group of friends and I had mine. Though, I remember a trip to the ocean in his old Chevy. As we traveled the roads, I was looking out the window and saw a heard of elk and let everyone know. John quickly made a u-turn and we located the clearing and saw 5-7, not the 20-30 that I thought. Still, time was spent to make mock gestures of the hunt where, one by one, these animals fell from some ones great shot (simulated only of course). You know, John loved to hunt and fish. Life after high school took him back to Wisconsin, home port for our military family and the place where he was born. He went to work for my uncle Don with Ampe Trenching. The term hard worker was often mentioned next to Johns name. I even remember a visit where the work crew was playing softball and there was John, back in the outfield with that glove still on the wrong hand. John liked to do things his way. He decided to return to the Tacoma area where he wound up working in the construction field which ultimately led him on his own as a General Contractor.
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Mike Ampe posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
My words today are a compilation of memories of my brother John. My hope is that you will see him in these. I would also ask that you ponder these questions; What time is it for me? What season is it? and What is its purpose? I remember younger days where John and I would be out riding bikes, one with a steering wheel and sissy bar, it was cool and different. Or playing baseball, where he threw with the wrong hand and stood on the wrong side of the plate. Once we played for a team sponsored by the local Dairy Queen. If we won we could have a free burger meal and if we lost an ice cream or mister misty. For Christmas one year we were both decked out in army gear complete with helmet, utility belt with plastic grenades, and an M1 looking rifle that shot plastic bullets. We never shot out an eye but I do remember a butt cheek or two. Being part of cub and boy scouts, that long hike up and down Tiger Mountain. Playing heavy touch football (thats code for tackle so mom would not worry) down at the swamp now called China Lake. In the winters when it would freeze and we would test the ice with various weighted rocks. Once we were sure it was safe, a hockey game ensued. Some with tree branches for sticks and just shoes were fine others with skates and real hockey sticks.
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Kathy Ampe posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
This is indeed a sad day for all of us. We have lost such a great person. My brother may have meant something to each and everyone of you. Personally he was the best brother a sister could have. I will always remember when ever you needed anything no matter what time it was, what day it was or how busy his schedule was, he was right there to lend a helping hand or fix a problem. He was also the one person I could talk to about anything because he would never judge or scold me. He always had some great advice ready for me. His passing has suspended reality for all of us. It was way too soon and completely unfair on all accounts. I know as humble as he was that he would still be pleased to know that the world sends its love and that people all over have been grieving. We've all lost a friend, a brother and a son and were going to take sometime to adjust to that. Lets just be thankful for all the special moments that my brother has left us and with that I hope that my brother will continue to live on within our hearts and minds.
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Kathy Ampe posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
John's Eugoly This is indeed a sad for all of us.We have lost such a great person. My brother may have mean't something to each and everyone of you. personally he was the best brother a sister could have. I will always remember when ever you needed anything no matter what time is was, what day it a was or how busy his schedule was. He was right there to lend a helping hand or fix a problem. He was also the one person I could talk to about anything because he never judge or scolded me. He always had some great advice ready for me. His passing has suspended reality for all of us. It was way to soon and completely unfair on all accounts. I know as humble as he was that he would still be pleased to know that the world sends it's love and that people all over have been greiving. We've all lost a friend a brother and a son and were gonna take sometime to adjust to that. Let's just be thanhful for all the special moments that my brother has left us and with that I hope my brother will continue to live on within our hearts and minds. your sister Kathy Ampe
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Kathy Ampe lit a candle
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
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This indeed the saddest day of my life. From the moment I found out you had left this world to be with God. My life will never be the same. Even though it does give me some comfort in knowing you are no longer in pain and that you are at peace now. You will be missed alot. With all my love. See ya when I get there. REST IN PEACE. Your sister Kathy ampe
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Joyce Wennberg lit a candle
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
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We are so saddened by John's passing. He was a true friend, a gentleman, and had the biggest heart. We will miss him terribly. Our love, thoughts & prayers are with you, your family, and John. Joyce & Bud
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Mike & Shelly Ampe and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Words can not express the void we feel since the time we found out you left this world. It is bitter sweet knowing that you now rest in peace but we can no longer see or speak to you. Hearts are heavy and spirits are weak but I know that God will ease our pain and strengthen our spirits knowing that you are in his hands and his grace! With God, all things are possible! Matt 19:26 Your forever brother: Mike
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Sue Adams lit a candle
Friday, January 16, 2009
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John I am sorry I couldn't be there for you in you time of need. I know that we didn't see alot of each other but you are always in my heart and you will truly be missed. They say time heals all wounds but some are just harder than others.... Rest in peace til we see each other again.. Sue
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