I was completely stunned to read about John's passing. I remember him as a delightful person, a devoted family man and a tremendous representative of Colonial . I will miss visiting with him. My heartfelt condolences to Brenda and the Hamant family.

CW has lost a true talent. I will always reflect fondly upon our shared moments at "The Palace". RIP John & my deepest sympathy to your family.

As we travel through life there are always some special people who enhance our own lives so much, that with our being richer we still will always feel a loss and a gap. John by his smile and his laugh did that for me. Added, were his character presentations.

The BEST; friend, mentor, advocate, humorist, actor, director, producer, historian, archaeologist, genealogist, pundit, conversationalist, most welcomed into company, coworker, compatriot, husband, ... whose spirit remains with us to inspire living life to the fullest! We are ever the better for you being with us.

I will always remember and miss your presence, advice, humor, and laughter. The Historic Area will never be the same old friend. Godspeed.

I was incredibly sad to read this. Brenda, and family, you are in my thoughts. John was a bigger then life personality and he will be missed.

Brenda, I was so sorry to hear about John's passing. He will be missed by all that knew and worked with him. One of my fondest memories is when we paired up as George Washington and Oney Judge, he was so helpful in assisting me as I became acquainted with a new character. That infectious laugh of his would bring a smile even to Oscar the Grouch. Love, hugs and prayers of comfort to you, Jennifer and the rest of the family. Harriott

I don't know where to start or what to say. I am so sorry for John's passing. The world is a little bit dimmer, and there's a little less laughter in it, and I'm so very sorry for the family's loss. It's also the world's loss. Godspeed, John.

John played FDR better than FDR! John was a great actor, and a warm, funny, gracious gentleman.

He was a fine man: greatly talented, gracious, generous, and kind. He will be an irreplaceable presence in the hearts of many. May God grant him peace, now, and the family he dearly loved consolation and comfort.

John was a man of so many talents! During a training session, he combined his acting talent with academics to teach a class in 18th c. economics. While portraying John Greenhow, he shared his knowledge of the credit economy from a Virginia merchant's point of view. John set a wonderful example in everything he did. He will always be a part of CW culture. My heart goes out to his wife and family during this time of transition.

Brenda, John was a wonderful man with a huge talent and a huger heart! I will treasure the memories of my travels with him for the various openings of CW Stores (B. Altman, Goudchaux/Maison Blanche, etc.). He was one of us - the Orphan Corps - and I will miss his wit and charm. My condolences to you and your family.

EVERYONE knew John and EVERYONE loved him. And he will never be forgotten. My love to all, Brenda, Jennifer, and Sarah, and his grandchildren. And to his friends (because he never met an enemy) take care and love one another, that's the way John would want it.

Brenda and family. I will miss John's smile, stories, pictures and his infectious laugh. I always knew when he was at the CDC even before I saw him; his laugh and voice made his presence known. We lost a wonderful man. I will miss him dearly. Our wonderful memories are now treasures.

John was the voice of CW for all of us. His infectious laugh was a hallmark of his personality. His kindness and generosity of spirit will long be remembered. My condolences to Brenda, Jennifer and John's grandchildren on his passing. I know you will miss him most of all and hope that fond memories will help to ease your loss.

John was a phenomenal person; always willing to help others, always ready with a smile and kind words, always a hard working professional and a jovial co-worker. He was what is best about Colonial Williamsburg.

Always a smile and a quick witty comment. One of my favorite people to work with. May you bring joy and laughter to the next act.

For millions of visitors, John was the voice of Colonial Williamsburg. For his colleagues, he was a warm and supportive friend who enriched their lives. There can truly be no replacing him. My condolences to Brenda and his entire family.

John was always a friend and had a smile for everyone. We will all miss his wonderful laugh and his wealth of knowledge. Now he will take his place among all the other great patriots that made Colonial Williamsburg a historic. Rest in Peace, John.

Brenda, John was a terrific actor, friend and colleague. I will miss his smile very, very much.

What an amazing man. He will always be part of my memory of what made Williamsburg so special and unique. I learned a lot from his lesson to the Teacher Institute portraying John Greenhow, and will never forget the experience. He was truly one-of-a-kind, and will be missed.

I will always treasure John's visits to chat whenever he passed by my office. What a tremendous talent, and great loss to CW and all of us. I can still hear his wonderful laugh.

Sending my deepest condolences to Brenda and the family, for such a huge loss. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered.

John always greeted with a smile. I'm sure he did that to put everyone he met at ease. Then he would have your attention to learn something in a most captivating way. I miss that already.