John’s memory lingers. I still resent the loss of his friendship and insights as the years pile up. Love to Jane, Paul and David.

Another year.  It’s quieter this year,  perhaps a little softer around the edges but still tender.  For Jane and the boys, not quite so but now familiar and a few less tears.  But those we loved have found their forever home in our hearts and that love which sustained all for all those years, still lives, still offers comfort and encouragement to go on for love truly never dies.  Love is the only eternal thing there is and love will not abide fear and anger long and reminds that it’s fine to miss him but to move ahead.  He’s waiting, be patient, be happy, be grateful.  RIP, you good and gentle spirit.

Always fondly remembered with his lovely and gracious wife Jane.  They always made you feel like marriage was suppose to look like them.  RIP John;  God bless you, Jane .

Dear Jane and Boys,  It’s hard to believe two years has gone by since John left.  Tom and I both remember fondly the serene moments shared at Compline.  We finally gave up on them ever returning to what it once was and now attend Choral Evensong at Good Shepherd Episcopal on Windsor.  The schedule is erratic but it’s a lovely service.  I don’t know if I ever got to share with you that we lost Ann Eaton two years ago as well.  Frankly, I’m not crazy about how this time marches on thing works.  Our very best and warm wishes to you Jane; I pray you have found solace and comfort in the music of the spheres.  Love, David Smith

We shared many Compline services with John and Jane and in time got to experience this extraordinary couple and got to know  a little about their full, rich life.  They rose above adversity and always chose the high road and the road less travelled.  It certainly will not be the same without John but he’s just waiting for us in that great orchestra in the sky.  “Good night, sweet prince, Goodnight;  May flights of angels attend thee to thy rest.”  RIP,  David Smith, Tom White, and Susan Galbraith

It was my honor and pleasure to be a colleague and friend of John's. Throughout the course of our long friendship, I observed this man of principle speak out and work for the welfare of the University of Texas, it staff, students and faculty. He served the University in many roles, always the voice of reason. I will miss his conversations and his counsel. Condolences to Jane, David and Paul.

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John Riley Durbin

18 November, 1935 – 9 August, 2021

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