OnLine Memorial Service for John Fabian (CarterSteelGuitars)

James Pennebaker · Post by **James Pennebaker** » 30 Jan 2010 12:36 pm

Shock doesn't begin to describe how I feel. I've not visited the Forum in quite some time, logged on just now and this is the first thing I see. It took my breath away. I had no idea that he had been ill. I've been playing a Carter guitar since around 2004 and have spoken to John on the phone a few times. I finally got to meet him personally at a NAMM show a few years back. As Ann's post says, service to others was of the utmost importance to John and I can testify to that. My prayers and condolences go out to Ann and the rest of the Fabian family.

James Pennebaker

Buck Grantham · Post by **Buck Grantham** » 30 Jan 2010 12:37 pm

John was always friendly to us and very helpfull . we are very saddened by his passing and our condolances go out to Ann and the family. Love, Buck & Mitzi .

Rob Parker · Post by **Rob Parker** » 30 Jan 2010 12:46 pm

Miss Ann,
My heart and my prayers go out to you and the family. Mr John was a good friend for over 35 years. This is a shock, and very sad news..
My thoughts, and prayers ..
RP...'come on in'...

Eddie D.Bollinger · Post by **Eddie D.Bollinger** » 30 Jan 2010 12:49 pm

I have to recall John's dry wit. When I was researching my Carter, I would call him and ask how this color top would look with "this" color apron.
Finally, John told me that all my combinations would
be added to their "bizarre" file.

He was a true genius. I pray for Ms. Ann and his
family. He will be missed by them and all of us who
called upon his expertise from year to year.

Eddie

Steve Alcott · Post by **Steve Alcott** » 30 Jan 2010 1:08 pm

My deepest sympathy to Ann and all at Carter. I always enjoyed my conversations with John at TSGA.

Jeff Coffell · Post by **Jeff Coffell** » 30 Jan 2010 1:10 pm

A shock to say the least. I didn't own a Carter guitar but have talked to Ann and John through the years and looked forward to seeing them in the Carter Room at the TSGA Jamboree.

Our prayers go up for Ann and the family.

God will bless our souls.

Jeff & Regina Coffell

Chet Force · Post by **Chet Force** » 30 Jan 2010 1:43 pm

This is quite a shock. Mine and Arlene's sincere condolences go out to Ann and the family. ...

Chet & Arlene

Scott Truax · Post by **Scott Truax** » 30 Jan 2010 1:47 pm

As is everyone, I, too, am shocked to learn of
John's passing.
He was as "World Class" as Carter guitars.
And will be missed by many in the steel guitar community.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Ann.

Scott

Nick Reed · Post by **Nick Reed** » 30 Jan 2010 2:00 pm

Our deepest sympathy to you Ann and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nick & Linda

Jim Lindsey (Louisiana) · Post by **Jim Lindsey (Louisiana)** » 30 Jan 2010 3:10 pm

The words "shocked" and "saddened" cannot begin to describe what I'm feeling now. My heart goes out to you and your family, Ann, along with my deepest & sincerest condolences and most earnest prayers.

John will be sorely missed, and always remembered.

Bob Blair · Post by **Bob Blair** » 30 Jan 2010 3:28 pm

I have been remembering some very special times at the Carter booths in Dallas and St. Louis. John and Ann were very generous to all of us in making those times possible. Thanks for the memories.

Brian Folks · Post by **Brian Folks** » 30 Jan 2010 3:58 pm

I was very SHOCKED to hear of John's passing...i had met John in late 1998 and had drove to Mesquite to order a new Carter at that time...that was right when they were coming out with the new BCT in early 1999 that i had received my new Carter...John was always very honest and helpful with everyone he sold a Carter to...He will be "Missed" by all who knew him...My condolence goes out to Ann Fabian and all the Family...God Bless

Brian & Carolyn Folks

Ken Fox · Post by **Ken Fox** » 30 Jan 2010 5:04 pm

Ruth and I wish to extend our condolences. John was a truly great asset to the steel guitar comunity, he will be missed by so many! He leaves a great legacy behind, the world class Carter Steel guitars.

May he rest in eternal peace. Our hearts go out to Ann in her time of mourning.

Don Walters · Post by **Don Walters** » 30 Jan 2010 5:08 pm

It's difficult to know what to say. John will surely be missed.

Sincere condolences to Anne, and all family members

Larry Waisner · Post by **Larry Waisner** » 30 Jan 2010 5:21 pm

What a great loss of a truly Great man. John you were the one that convinced me in buying my first Carter.
My prayers to you Ann and family.
Regards,
Larry Waisner

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 30 Jan 2010 5:55 pm

I'm still flabbergasted with the news ..it's almost beyond comprehension that John has left us.
One of the things I always looked forward to upon arrival at the Dallas show was the wonderful welcome John and Ann always had for me ... they always made me feel like I was family!
I never knew he had been ill, or for so long, I guess that's a reflection of the dignity of the man ...I will miss his wonderfully intelligent mind and the generous way he would always make time to stop and talk ...despite being the busiest man in the place.
My sincerest condolences to Ann and family.

Tony Davis · Post by **Tony Davis** » 30 Jan 2010 6:11 pm

I am in Shock !! I liked John
My thoughts are with you Ann
Tony

Evelyn Whitney · Post by **Evelyn Whitney** » 30 Jan 2010 6:42 pm

So very sorry to hear this sad news.
Hard to believe.
LT Zinn

Mike Ester · Post by **Mike Ester** » 30 Jan 2010 7:51 pm

Ann, I am so sorry to hear about this. Please accept my condolences for your loss.

T. C. Furlong · Post by **T. C. Furlong** » 30 Jan 2010 8:02 pm

I join the steel guitar community in offering my deepest condolences. John has always been so friendly and professional. He will be missed.
TC

Jonathan Cullifer · Post by **Jonathan Cullifer** » 30 Jan 2010 8:14 pm

I'm shocked and saddened to hear this. I have played a Carter for nearly twelve years now, and John was always very helpful if I had a question. I enjoyed talking to him an the phone and seeing him at steel shows. He will be missed.

Mike Neer · Post by **Mike Neer** » 30 Jan 2010 8:58 pm

My sincere condolences. I think it says a lot about John the fact that he battled so long with his illness and how many of his friends didn't even know it. He must have been like a rock.

Louie Hallford · Post by **Louie Hallford** » 30 Jan 2010 10:23 pm

Ann,like so many others,I was totally shocked and unaware of John's long illness and found out about his passing away today, when when I received a phone call from a friend asking me if I knew.

My mind immediately goes back ,remembering the many pleasant times when I stopped by the shop to visit he and Bud, going out to lunch with them, and watching them build guitars. I pray God's goodness for you and for the continued success of the company.

Hope to see you in Dallas

Richard Sinkler · Post by **Richard Sinkler** » 30 Jan 2010 10:50 pm

Damn!

I don't know what to say. What a terrible blow to the steel guitar community. My prayers and best wishes go out to Ann and the family. I will truly miss John.

Spencer Scott · Post by **Spencer Scott** » 30 Jan 2010 11:23 pm

I read this yesterday,but found it very upsetting to post till now.John was one of a kind,the big thing I will always remember was his big welcome smile that said it all.My condolences to Ann and all the family.
Spencer Scott.UK.

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