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John Hovan

Thursday, March 27, 2014

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Jay Payton posted a condolence

Monday, May 26, 2014

My condolences to the family and friends of John G. Hovan. Thanks you for your dedicated service during the Spanish Civil War. A remarkable and respected gentleman. May You Rest in Peace...

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Joshua-Michael Corrente posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

I'm so glad I got to know John. I will always have great admiration for him and always be grateful to him as a role model.

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Asociacion de Amigos de las Brigadas Internacionales posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

We, the Asociación de Amigos de las Brigadas Internacionales (AABI) offer our condolences to John's family and friends, as we continue to spread the legacy of the International Brigaders who came to help the Spanish Republic. Thank you for your generosity and your life-long fight for Justice and Equality. Your contribution shall not be forgotten. Thank you from Spain, Asociacion de Amigos de las Brigadas Internacionales, Madrid

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Kathryn Wright posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Johnny Hovan was a presence in my life my whole life (all 70 years). He knew my mother, Anne Burlak, as a union organizer and Communist before she knew my father. He knew my father, Arthur Timpson as a comrade-in-arms in Spain and in the aftermath in New England where they helped Spanish Civil War vets find work. I always loved visiting Johnny with my Mother. His positive compassion and sweet disposition welcomed all into his embrace. What a grand fraternity are the comrades of the ALB, and...

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Anonymous posted a condolence

Sunday, April 13, 2014

I am honored to have known John back in the 1960's when we worked together in the peace movement. He made a difference in so many lives - I am so glad to see so many people have written about him here! - including mine. I met him when I was very young, and he helped me learn to think politically, to question everything, and to speak out for what i believe. John was a true here. No one who knew him will ever forget him. He worked all his life, tirelessly and passionately, to make the...

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Dr. Almudena Cros posted a condolence

Monday, April 7, 2014

Thank you, Mr. Hovan, from Spain. You set an example to all back then, and your commitment and determination to do what is right is something to be admired and replicated these days. We are grateful for your generous service to our Republic and our people. Long live the International Brigades!

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Barry Schiller posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2014

rip John. While I only knew John as an older man, the obit got it right, he did enjoy a lively dscussion of issues, and while not always agreeing, I admired his long long passion for wanting to make the world better, and I feel honored to have known him.

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Joan Amatniek posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 1, 2014

I also did not know John; and my father was also a volunteer with the international brigades. I applaud the courage and stamina it took to fight the good fight. Please family of John, accept my condolences.

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Anonymous posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 1, 2014

RIP to Mr. Hovan. He was honored and blessed to have served with the ALB Brigade. Blessed to have made it home. An Uncle of mine also served but didn't return. They might have been comrades. All of them were heroes. He must be one of the last of the few. Vaya con Dios .

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