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John SquiresIt is with great sadness that we inform you that our friend and colleague, John Squires, passed away Saturday, November 26th after a long illness. John, along with his partner Tom Carroll, was the owner of the Home Helpers & Direct Link office in Media, Pennsylvania and was extremely proud that his office was named the “Best of Delco” for two years in a row. He was a fervent supporter of the Home Helpers franchise system and participated selflessly to help enhance the system. He was a founding member of the Philadelphia Marketing Coop and served as president for several years; participated in the Shining Stars Group; volunteered on multiple project teams, including the recent limited medical project and was a founding member of the Home Helpers Peer Group. He was a mentor to many new owners and a friend to still many more. Our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family, his wife Janet and daughter Ann and his office staff and many friends. He will be deeply missed, however we know his legacy will live on.


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John was an incredible man with an incredible heart. My thoughts and prayers are with John's family, friends and colleagues. We will all miss him greatly.
Posted @ Monday, November 28, 2011 1:35 PM by Lauren Batalka
It saddens me to read this as John was a great help to me after my husband had past only two years ago. John will never be forgotten, and his legend will live on through Home Helpers.
Posted @ Monday, November 28, 2011 1:35 PM by Michelle Brown
We are very sorry to hear of John's passing. Our heart-felt sympathies to Janet and Ann, our prayers are with you for comfort and strength in these trying days. God be with you.
Posted @ Monday, November 28, 2011 2:14 PM by Shawn and Kathy Spence
John was a true testament for giving 100% to the industry he served. He brought a fresh perspective and was always willing to try something new. I truly enjoyed my time working with him and will miss him deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with Janet and Ann.
Posted @ Monday, November 28, 2011 2:40 PM by Karen Krissinger
John was a caring Boss( I have not come across many like him) and we would miss him.
Posted @ Monday, November 28, 2011 6:26 PM by Joanne Clarke
My condolences go out to Janet, Ann and the entire Home Helpers Family. John was a great guy, and he truely cared about his clients. His great work with his clients and the community will continue through Home Helpers.
Posted @ Tuesday, November 29, 2011 10:56 AM by Tom McFadden
John was a wonderful mentor to new franchisees. He always took time to help and educate those of us who needed help. I knew him very briefly but admired and liked him very much. It grieves me that he is gone. I pray for his wife, daughter and all of us who will miss him.
Posted @ Tuesday, November 29, 2011 12:52 PM by Cheryl Newton
John was a role model, mentor and tremendous leader not only for his employees, but also for his fellow franchisees. His passion for the industry and his clients was evident in how he conducted himself each and every day. His impact on the community was felt by the thousands of client he served over the many years he operated his Home Helpers office. The diagnosis was a shock to us all this year and John’s battle was nothing short of heroic. John’s passing is so difficult to accept, and his presence will be sorely missed. My condolences go out to his wife, daughter, business partner and staff. May the many great memories of John bring you peace over time and the motivation to carry on his legacy.
Posted @ Tuesday, November 29, 2011 4:50 PM by Frank Esterle
From the moment I met John his dynamic, charismatic, and unique personality was evident. As a new Home Helpers Franchisee, he gave me the courage to start my own business, he always gave me the gift of his astute words of wisdom. He invited my partner and me to join the Philadelphia Marketing Coop, as a the first NJ participants, valuing our opinions and knowledge! An ever determined man; a heart filled with joy and caring; a brain filled with ideas, innovation, and enthusiasm. His smile lit up a room, and I will remember it daily as inspiration.
Posted @ Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:38 AM by Marcy Schachinger
John was a genuine person and I feel lucky to have known him in the time I've been at Home Helpers. He was a great man to have as a boss. I remember him calling me to personally thank me for taking care of clients during a snowstorm. John truly cared about the people we cared for. He will be missed by many. My heartfelt condolences to his wife, Janet and his daughter, Ann.
Posted @ Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:01 PM by Al Cipolloni
I was in John's company once at the Home Helper's Christmas party as the spouse of an employee. I remember speaking with him for quite a while. He made me feel very welcome as if I was one of the family. He was such a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and the ability to make everyone feel as if they were important to him.
Posted @ Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:10 PM by Kris Cipolloni
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