I am so sorry I didn't see this discussion earlier (as in during the holidays). I'm also not as in touch with North Carolina as I used to be, so I don't get all the news. The last I knew, John was indeed back in his home in Wanchese. He didn't like the home in DC. It was too "old-fogy" for him.

I hope he is well and doing okay. If anyone has news of him, please share.

I am very blessed that I've had a lot of one on one time with him. My favorite memory is sitting on the back porch at Bodie Island as John made several trips up to the lantern room and back taking friends. He would come back and sit with me, not short winded, not even breathing hard. He would also tell stories of his days growing up at the lighthouse...and he would talk as long as you would listen.

Judy