John was my cousin and my friend. He taught me so much about the old ways, and encouraged me to search out my family roots. Rest in peace, my friend.

A candle was lit by Rachel Searles - October 18, 2012 at 08:53 AM

Rachel Searles lit a candle in memory of John Henry Randolph

Message from Bartlett, Bolyard, Davis, Dorsey, Greath - October 17, 2012 at 08:50 AM

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A candle was lit by Nick Nicholson - October 16, 2012 at 02:17 PM

Nick Nicholson lit a candle in memory of John Henry Randolph

Message from Sara L. Howe - October 16, 2012 at 01:09 PM

I took several classes that John had taught. He was an inspiration to all to discover ones "roots" . I loved the smile and good humor and the fact that he made everyone feel important. Thank you , John . I know all of the WV relatives are waiting to great you . Sincerely, God Bless Sara Hall-Howe

Message from Cynthia M. Howell - October 16, 2012 at 10:56 AM

I knew John through my sister, Becky Nesbitt, and I always enjoyed the opportunities I had to chat with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.May the Lord bless and keep you,Cynthia Howell

Message from Linda Simms - October 16, 2012 at 09:51 AM

Our deepest sympathy as well. We admired John, enjoyed his stories and benefitted from his selfless giving. We especially appreciate the legacy he left in promoting living history....we loved visiting Fort New Salem. Our son was inspired to do a social studies project on log cabins, mostly due to John's influence. My husband was privileged to know John longer than I. We have lost a "good one." Our prayers go out to his family.

Message from Rachel Tompkins - October 16, 2012 at 05:43 AM

John was a creator of beautiful things, a lover of all the traditional and useful arts of the mountains and passionate about passing on his love to new generations. I had lost touch over the years but today I'm remembering his gentle heart and spirit. I send my love and sympathy to his family.Rachel Tompkins

Message from Jennifer Morris - October 15, 2012 at 11:19 AM

My deepest sympathy; I was always proud to tell people he was my cousin! Heaven has gained a gentle soul, and he will be missed here. Jennifer McCue Morris (daughter of Susan Randolph Hollandsworth)

A candle was lit by Ethel Saunders Tyler - October 14, 2012 at 09:03 PM

Ethel Saunders Tyler lit a candle in memory of John Henry Randolph

A candle was lit by Cheryl Johanna Teter - October 14, 2012 at 08:48 PM

John was my professor at Salem College in both the art department and Fort New Salem. He was a wonderful and caring teacher who loved West Virginia and the native arts and crafts. Because of him, I became a student at Fort New Salem and would dress up in costumes of the past and take part in crafts such as weaving, printing, and basket-making. He taught from his heart and I feel so lucky to have had such a wonderful teacher. I have always had a love of the art of Paul Cezanne because of John also. I can remember that in the art department, we always drank International coffee until John started making it himself and bringing in. He mixed different things together and it was wonderful. John was just a kind wonderful man who loved what he did. I learned so much from him and those things have always influenced my life and I think of him often. I will always remember his laugh and the way he would cock his head to the side when he was thinking of something funny. I will forever miss him. John....God be with you. I love you. Cheryl Teter

Message from Wind Runner Chapman - October 14, 2012 at 06:45 PM

I never got to meet Mr. Randolph, but he changed my life forever. I lived and worked at the Fort for nigh on three years and it is the first place I have ever come home to. Thanks you for everything.

Message from Marie Smith - October 14, 2012 at 11:32 AM

I was a student of John's at Fort New Salem for several years in the late 1970's. He inspired all of us who gathered around him at Fort New Salem, and instilled in us - and in me especially - a love for native culture and it's preservation, and for West Virginia. I remember John as kind, sincere, passionate, very creative and full of love for what he did. One of my fondest memories was of a trip to his home with a fellow student one Sunday afternoon. John treated us to several hours of listening to vintage, "oral history" recordings of native Appalachian songs - many of those tunes I still sing today when hiking in the woods, and always, I remember John. I will always love and appreciate you, John Randolph. Thank you so much for all you shared!

A candle was lit by Marie Smith - October 14, 2012 at 11:24 AM

Marie Smith lit a candle in memory of John Henry Randolph

A candle was lit by Melissa Martini - October 14, 2012 at 04:04 AM

Melissa Martini lit a candle in memory of John Henry Randolph

A candle was lit by Becky Nesbitt - October 13, 2012 at 11:21 PM

Becky Nesbitt lit a candle in memory of John Henry Randolph

Message from Becky Nesbitt - October 13, 2012 at 11:14 PM

One of my favorite memories was getting to the Fort early in the morning (just about every morning) and sharing a cup of coffee with John Randolph. We would raid Shelba's spice cabinet to make the coffee more interesting. It's little things like that that endeared him to me.

Message from Becky Nesbitt - October 13, 2012 at 11:11 PM

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Message from Becky Nesbitt - October 13, 2012 at 10:48 PM

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Message from Jeannine Sandora Lopez - October 13, 2012 at 09:05 PM

Mary Etta and Ruth, I am so sorry for your loss and deeply sadened that I cannot be there with you at this time. You are in my prayers! I will get in touch soon. Love Jeannine Sandora Lopez