It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Waylon Austin Berlin John, lovingly known as Gee Way to his friends, on November 7th, 2023. Born on May 19th, 1990 in Denver, Colorado, Waylon was a beacon of love, creativity, intelligence, and humor that brightened the lives of everyone who knew him. As the luminary author Maya Angelou once stated, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Waylon embodied this sentiment in its purest form, leaving an indelible mark of warmth and joy on all those fortunate enough to have been part of his life.

Waylon was a gifted culinary artist, known not only for his exceptional talent in the kitchen but also for his unquenchable spirit of creativity. His love for cooking was surpassed only by his love for his family, friends, and above all, his beloved son, Chaska (Geivonni). In the world of culinary arts, Waylon was a virtuoso, his creativity bursting forth in every dish he lovingly crafted. He was a certified culinary artist, but more importantly, he was a maestro of life, orchestrating moments of happiness, laughter, and shared love that will linger in our memories forever.

Waylon is survived by his son, Geivonni John; his mother, Johanna Face; his sister, Candida (Julian) John; his brothers, Tyson Cottonwood and Terrence Concha; his brother-in-law, Julian (Candida) Salas; and his nephews, Andrew Martinez, Keanu Martinez, and Presilino Martinez. He is preceded in death by his father, Ferris Keams, and his sister, Dana Concha. The wakes will be held at the Four Winds American Indian Council, 201 West 5th Avenue, Denver, Colorado, 80204, on November 11th, 12th, and 13th, 2023.

As we bid farewell to Waylon, let us remember him as he lived - full of love, brimming with creativity, smart as a whip, and always ready with a joke to lighten the mood. In the words of George Bernard Shaw, "Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations." Waylon's torch burned brilliantly, and his light will continue to shine in our hearts forever.

We warmly invite all who knew and loved Waylon to share memories, stories, and photos on his memorial page. Let's come together to celebrate the life of a truly remarkable man, and keep his spirit alive through our shared remembrances.