John Sisk aka John - 1/22/2024

[Dinkie Diesel]

It pains me to say that our old buddy from Illinois, John Sisk has passed away. His daughter contacted me today to let us know that John was diagnosed with terminal cancer a few months ago and passed earlier this afternoon.

John and I had so many good laughs. We had light conversation and we had deep conversation. John had the gift of gab and never met a stranger. So many memories! Those Sunday night calls after John had had a few slurpies. We talked for a long time and 70% of it was saying goodbye. May God be with him and his fine family. RIP - John Robbin Sisk

 

[Obo]

RIP John. My sincerest condolences to all who knew him, loved him or called him friend.

 

[okckeith]

RIP my friend! So many good times and laughs together!

 

[Bug Dr.]

I took two long road trips with John. In 2011 we rode 7000 miles through the western United States and ended up at Spearfish, SD for NatSTOC. We did much of the same route again in 2012 with Mark B. and once again ended up in Spearfish.

John never met a stranger. In fact, sometimes it was difficult to get him to stop talking to strangers so we could continue our ride. He especially had a fondness to elderly ladies. I think they made him feel young

We shared many laughs, a few tears and several drinks along the way. He was one of the people you looked for on event RSVPs because you knew you were in for a good time if he showed up. The fond memories I have of John far outweigh the negative ones. He was a good riding companion as our schedules matched and neither of us really cared where we ended up at the end of the day. It was always nice to have someone to talk to around the campfire after a day of riding.

Like many that have passed before, John will have place in my heart forever. It is because of this site that we have had the privilege to meet and spend time with some of the finest people I've ever encountered. I'm still amazed that one brand of motorcycle could bring us all together.....and so was John.

Me, Mark B and John on Highway 92 in CO

Farewell my friend.

Mike

 

[TPadden]

John, Bob, and Jeff

Tom

 

[dduelin]

Ride on RIP.

 

[Mellow]

That's another tough one, he was a character, in a good way.. I don't think I ever saw him not smiling...

 

[Nashcat]

RIP, my friend. I still remember nights around the fire at ArkanSToc and FerrySToc. You will be missed by many.

John

 

[treemuncher]

Della and I are very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was truly one of the many characters that made the ST-Owners group exceptionally memorable. He was a lot of fun to be around and always an easy set-up for a joke at his expense. We certainly shared a lot of laughs together. I've missed seeing him around the campfire for quite a few years. I can't locate the photo right now, but every time I head into Clarksville and pass the sign for "Butters Love Academy", he comes to mind. Ride on, John. I enjoyed our time together.

I almost forgot about the time John got banned from the forum and he went through serious withdrawl symptoms. I found this little clip referencing the situation.

 

[Bikeric]

Sorry to hear about your loss. RiP John.

 

[970mike]

Wow another great person gone! We will miss seeing you at different events John!

 

[Sadlsor]

And another unmet friend I'll never know.
Sad news.

 

[W0QNX]

Rest in peace John. Your good times gave great times for many of us.

I still owe you a charcoal grilled steak and couch to crash on....

 

[Mondo]

RIP, John. You just flat out cracked me up.

Greg

 

[Peppermint]

This is truly sad news. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but heard him spoken of fondly on many occasions. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones, and that includes all of you who knew and loved him. Ride on, John.

Patty

 

[Mark B]

RIP my friend

 

[skidlid1300]

Aw man… I will miss him! Although I have not seen him a couple years. He was the type of person to swap stories with. I have been to his “foam” house where he lived in Ridgeway. He’s a character, once you have met him, you’ll never forget him.

 

[TPadden]

I have been to his “foam” house where he lived in Ridgeway.

Stayed there a couple of times, rolled out my bag and mat in the reloading room. Prairie Dogs and Pigs can sleep easy tonight.

Tom

 

[jonjonboo]

Last time I saw John was several years ago at RanchStoc- as I recall him say “there’s just one too many John’s here” He was certainly a lot of fun !

 

[ardykay54]

Went to a RTE in Missouri (I think) a long time ago and after we were done eating we went to the bikes....John had left his key on and of course the ST was dead.....everybody but Padden, John, and me had already left..........so we decided to try to push start it.....I gave up after about 20 yards but Padden must have pushed him for half a mile with no luck.......we did find someone to jump start the bike and got him on his way.....always enjoyed talking with John......Goodbye sir!! Russ.