We met John Paul when he first came to San Pedro as a young teenager
over 10 years ago. John became an excellent diver and he always
looked out for my wife and daughters and for all the divers he
guided. He was a fine young man and a good friend. He was loving,
caring and he had a good heart. He had a beautiful smile and an
infectious laugh. John was like a son to Laura and I, and like a
brother to our daughters. We will miss him dearly and he will always
be in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and
friends.

With Love,

Tim and Laura Merryman
Cory, Bethany, and Abby