Dad Passed Away - John Cullifer

Jonathan Cullifer · Post by **Jonathan Cullifer** » 20 Jul 2018 2:25 pm

As some of you know, my dad passed away last Tuesday, July 17, from cancer. He was ill for some time, but nobody know the extent until about 2 weeks ago. We are thankful that he is no longer in pain and celebrating with Jesus. I will miss him, and feel like I have lost the biggest champion in music for the last 20 years. My dad was instrumental in my musical journey and I wouldn't be in Nashville were it not for him.

A memorial will be held on Friday, July 27, at 2 PM, in the chapel at Perimeter Church in Johns Creek, GA.

Jeff Garden · Post by **Jeff Garden** » 20 Jul 2018 3:21 pm

What very sad news, Jonathan...sincere condolences to you and your family. I can only imagine what you're going through now. Always remember the great times you had with your Dad - he will always be with you on your musical journey. God bless and may your Dad rest in peace.

Russ Tkac · Post by **Russ Tkac** » 20 Jul 2018 4:44 pm

So sorry for your loss.

Larry Dering · Post by **Larry Dering** » 21 Jul 2018 5:32 am

Jonathan, sorry to hear of your loss. Our Father's are a huge part of what we do and who we are. He will always be a part of your own character. God bless you and your family.

Rick Barnhart · Post by **Rick Barnhart** » 21 Jul 2018 7:04 am

I’m sad to hear this, Jonathan. I pray you and your family will find comfort and peace.

John Swain · Post by **John Swain** » 21 Jul 2018 7:09 am

Jonathan, I'm very sorry for your loss, and I will miss my conversations with your dad at the Georgia shows.

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 21 Jul 2018 8:30 am

Jonathan, we are so sorry to hear that your dad had suffered so much in his final days. A couple of years ago he shared his testimony with me at one of our GaSGA shows. He, clearly was so proud of his family!
You know that your steel guitar family loves you, and is praying for you and your family in these difficult days and months ahead.

Here is a picture of your dad photo-bombing our group selfie of "the girls".

Ronald Sikes · Post by **Ronald Sikes** » 21 Jul 2018 8:32 am

Prayers for you and your family Jonathan.

Nick Reed · Post by **Nick Reed** » 22 Jul 2018 7:24 am

sorry for your loss Jonathan

Tony Glassman · Post by **Tony Glassman** » 22 Jul 2018 7:31 am

condolences..........

Lefty · Post by **Lefty** » 22 Jul 2018 8:16 am

Jonathan,
So sad to hear about your Dad. He and I worked at Reliance Electric 40 plus years ago. It was a pleasant surprise to see him at the steel shows.
I will miss him, and offer my deepest condolences.
regards,
Richard Born (Lefty).

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 22 Jul 2018 8:16 am

I'm sorry for your loss, Jonathan. Your Dad lives on in your music, your accomplishments and the fine person you have become.

Kyle Everson · Post by **Kyle Everson** » 22 Jul 2018 10:31 am

I’m sorry to hear about your Dad, Jonathan. You’ve certainly made him very proud. Please accept my condolences.

Jonathan Cullifer · Post by **Jonathan Cullifer** » 22 Jul 2018 6:05 pm

Lefty,

I don't think I knew that. If I did, it was lost to my young memory a long time ago. Thanks for sharing.

Jonathan

Wayne F. Smith · Post by **Wayne F. Smith** » 25 Jul 2018 10:20 am

I was saddened and shocked to hear about your dad. I will miss him also. So sorry for the loss. Wayne