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In Loving Memory of John Nelson Chiasson

One year ago today, we lost John.

John and I playing Jenga at John’s home in 2023

I am not as kind as John - how could I be, how could anyone be? Still, John lives in my heart. He was a gift to this world. I brought some sweets in the memory of John and shared them with everyone at UT Dallas that knew John. See picture below.

John memorial Systems Engineering, UT Dallas, 2026

It’s been a year without his incessant mocking and teasing… I miss you and I love you John!

You are gone, John. We spread some of your ashes in the Stanley Lake and Boise River. I know it is a thought in vain. Even though you and I both do not believe in a higher power, your passing made me wish there was one so much! I know it is highly unlikely you’re in a better place but I want to believe it so much nevertheless!

Goodbye my elderly friend! I will visit you again next year today!

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