John and I were in the same law school class and endured the rigors of first-year students. The second and third years were much easier and John and I had great fun at weekend parties and drinking beer at the various beer joints around Athens, GA. He was a good friend and will be missed.

- JEFF C. HAMLING, Roswell, GA

I have many fond memories of time spent with my cousin during his time at Emory. I am saddened that he has departed.

- Marcy Keating Blood, Duluth, GA

I am shocked and saddened to hear about my cousin's death. Of course, my heart goes out to his loved ones. Though we had fallen out of touch, I remember 'Johnny' as a little boy and then a young man. He was a bit older and taught me many things, such as how to dive and water ski. I remember riding back and forth to Savannnah from Atlanta in his green diesel, non-air-conditioned Mercedes. I believe he may have even driven my date and me to my first high school dance! Those are fond memories, and I know he was good person who was much loved by all members of my family--Joan, Barry, Marcy, Beth and Ann.

- Ann Keating, Jonesboro, GA

I guess we are getting old. Our oldest friends are dying. John was my friend and classmate at UGA law school, class of 1973. We lost touch after the 1970's. John did stay in touch will some of our gang. Wally Harvey told me recently that he talked with John not so very long ago. Marty Alpert, who died yesterday, wrote on John's guestbook two weeks ago, how much he missed John. John Achord was one of the funniest people I have ever met. The world is a much more boring place now that John is gone. He will be missed.

- charlie magarahan, cumming, GA

When I was told we had lost John, I could only remember the great times and friendship of our youth. No brighter, funnier, or more caring friend lived. I can see John and Marty Alpert, also gone, laughing and joking while studying for the bar exam. My respects to Laura and John's family.

- Walter, Jefferson, GA

Laura: My most sincere condolences, Please call on me if there is anything I can do .

- Tom Bateski, Savannah, GA

Bryan, I am sorry to hear about your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

- John Sipple, , GA

I have know John most of my life, he has always been a fun loving person. Such a shame at an early age to see a loved one go. My prayers are with the family. He always picked out good fresh seafood for me. Wanda Brooks

- Wanda Brooks, Savannah, GA

Bryan, everything will work itself out for you...and wanting you to know that Abbie and I are always here for you, friend.

- scott stallcup, , GA

John and I were best of friends up until I moved to Florida when we lost touch with one another. We went to Law school, Charles Ellis etc. I am shocked by this news and wish to send my condolensces to the entire family! John Jr. I was there when you were born-I truly loved John my whole life-we virtually grew up together I lived on 56th street and he on 54th ? st.

- Marty Alpert, Fort Myers, FL

Big John, my great and good friend you always did it your way and you had a wonderful ride on this old planet Earth. May you rest in peace my friend, you will always be in my memory. Your pal, Dick

- Dick Wooley, Smyrna, GA

Laura , I was so sorry to hear of John's untimely death. It has been many years since I last saw him but I remember well his sharp 'legal' mind and his biting wit. You probably remember John started out as a young lawyer in my Dad's office in the mid 1970's and that is where I came to know him. I am so sorry for your loss. Chip

- Chip Cail, savannah, GA

John and I were in the same law school class and endured the rigors of first-year students. The second and third years were much easier and John and I had great fun at weekend parties and drinking beer at the various beer joints around Athens, GA. He was a good friend and will be missed.

- JEFF C. HAMLING, Roswell, GA

I have many fond memories of time spent with my cousin during his time at Emory. I am saddened that he has departed.

- Marcy Keating Blood, Duluth, GA

I am shocked and saddened to hear about my cousin's death. Of course, my heart goes out to his loved ones. Though we had fallen out of touch, I remember 'Johnny' as a little boy and then a young man. He was a bit older and taught me many things, such as how to dive and water ski. I remember riding back and forth to Savannnah from Atlanta in his green diesel, non-air-conditioned Mercedes. I believe he may have even driven my date and me to my first high school dance! Those are fond memories, and I know he was good person who was much loved by all members of my family--Joan, Barry, Marcy, Beth and Ann.

- Ann Keating, Jonesboro, GA

I guess we are getting old. Our oldest friends are dying. John was my friend and classmate at UGA law school, class of 1973. We lost touch after the 1970's. John did stay in touch will some of our gang. Wally Harvey told me recently that he talked with John not so very long ago. Marty Alpert, who died yesterday, wrote on John's guestbook two weeks ago, how much he missed John. John Achord was one of the funniest people I have ever met. The world is a much more boring place now that John is gone. He will be missed.

- charlie magarahan, cumming, GA

When I was told we had lost John, I could only remember the great times and friendship of our youth. No brighter, funnier, or more caring friend lived. I can see John and Marty Alpert, also gone, laughing and joking while studying for the bar exam. My respects to Laura and John's family.

- Walter, Jefferson, GA

Laura: My most sincere condolences, Please call on me if there is anything I can do .

- Tom Bateski, Savannah, GA

Bryan, I am sorry to hear about your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

- John Sipple, , GA

I have know John most of my life, he has always been a fun loving person. Such a shame at an early age to see a loved one go. My prayers are with the family. He always picked out good fresh seafood for me. Wanda Brooks

- Wanda Brooks, Savannah, GA

Bryan, everything will work itself out for you...and wanting you to know that Abbie and I are always here for you, friend.

- scott stallcup, , GA

John and I were best of friends up until I moved to Florida when we lost touch with one another. We went to Law school, Charles Ellis etc. I am shocked by this news and wish to send my condolensces to the entire family! John Jr. I was there when you were born-I truly loved John my whole life-we virtually grew up together I lived on 56th street and he on 54th ? st.

- Marty Alpert, Fort Myers, FL

Big John, my great and good friend you always did it your way and you had a wonderful ride on this old planet Earth. May you rest in peace my friend, you will always be in my memory. Your pal, Dick

- Dick Wooley, Smyrna, GA

Laura , I was so sorry to hear of John's untimely death. It has been many years since I last saw him but I remember well his sharp 'legal' mind and his biting wit. You probably remember John started out as a young lawyer in my Dad's office in the mid 1970's and that is where I came to know him. I am so sorry for your loss. Chip

- Chip Cail, savannah, GA