Friends around the Campfire

John once said that, after he was gone, he would like his friends to have a big party and tell stories about him, and he hoped some of the stories would be good ones!

This is a place for all Friends of John Denver to gather around the campfire and share your stories and memories of John, so post here and join the party!

Sylvia said: I've just been looking at the slide show tribute for Erma. It's remarkable how like John she looks in her younger photos.
I will always feel privileged to have met her. I spoke to her at the library in Aspen in 2002 and she started telling me all about the display at the museum and how to get there. Her sister whispered that they hadn't got much time and she said 'I always have time for John's fans.' and carried on talking. Then I went to shake her hand and she threw her arms around me and said 'Hugs are free, you know.' what a lovely person!

Posted by: Sylvia from: Herefordshire on: 27-Jan-2010 5:48pm Web Site: Peace John Denver

pam said: hi was just wondering if anyone would like 4 jd videos as i have them all on dvd i will post them free p/p if not i will take them to the charity shop but thought i would ask first. peace and best wishes to all pam

Posted by: pam from: warley on: 25-Jan-2010 11:40am

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Posted by: Rose from: Stafford on: 22-Jan-2010 8:24pm

tony and irene said: We also would like to add our condolences at the sad passing of Erma, we like so many had met and spoke to her in Aspen, she was such a warm person, and the thoughts of seeing her dancing with Chris Collins at Windstar was a joy to watch, she lived life and gave us the life of John which is something wonderfull - some people make a difference and she will always be rememberd for the gift she gave to the world - John.
Bet somewhere there is a reunion going on with a son and his mother.
God Bless you both.
Peace and love

Posted by: tony and irene from: Coventry on: 21-Jan-2010 9:43pm

Sandy Whale said: What sad news to hear of Erma's death. We met her just the once in Aspen 2000. Her courage and warmth were so obvious. She was a dignified, lovely lady, no wonder John was so proud of her.

Our piece of news, we are out of Scotland and now live in Wales, nearer our family. Getting used to the change - slowly. Still we are nearer for Denver Days. We have missed seeing you.

Posted by: Sandy Whale from: Haverfordwest, Wales on: 21-Jan-2010 1:02pm Web Site: Campfire

Paul & Val said: Sad news to hear of John Denver's mother, Erma passing away on Sunday. I have met her twice in Aspen in 2002 & 2004. What a great lady she was, no wonder John was so proud of her.
She was a wonderful person to talk to. I remember meeting her for the first time at Snowmass & sitting with her at Windstar. It was great to hold Erma's hand, give her a good hug & share in the memory of John. She will be missed next year at the Aspen John Denver Celebrations.

Posted by: Paul & Val from: Heacham, Norfolk, England on: 21-Jan-2010 8:11am Web Site: John Denver Looking for Space

mary ellis said: I was very sad to hear about the loss of John's mother.Regards to all the family at this sad time.May God be with you all. Mary xxx

Posted by: mary ellis from: christchurch,dorset on: 20-Jan-2010 10:14pm

Diane and Trevor said: What a sad loss,she was such a sincere lady,I did meet her twice in Aspen and she was always willing to share her thoughts with you,our thoughts are with Ron and Bubbles and the rest of the family at this sad time,sleep tight Erma.
Diane and Trevor

Posted by: Diane and Trevor from: Norwich Norfolk on: 20-Jan-2010 11:11am

Julia said: What a very sad loss. Erma was a truly lovely lady. She never feared showing her emotions and at the same time being so strong in going to Aspen each year to support all the activities and the people there. She was always happy to say hello and talk to you about John.
She will be very sadly missed

Posted by: Julia on: 19-Jan-2010 8:25am

Ruth and Keith Oddie said: God bless Erma an elegant, gentle, proud lady who we were honoured to meet each time we were in Aspen. Our thoughts are with her lovely sister and Ron her other son. We feel as though we knew her so well and will miss her smiles in Aspen at the events celebrating her son John's life and music. Reunited together at Peace.

Posted by: Ruth and Keith Oddie from: Harpenden on: 18-Jan-2010 8:28pm

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