o Oberlin, Ohio and settled into the home they have lived in for almost 40 years. John continued working as a project manager in
I.T. with American Greetings for over 25 years until he retired.
John was active in his community. He served on the NOYO board, as a Guardian Ad !item, coached youth soccer, had a Cub Scout Pack, helped with Grenmore Dance Recitals, was a 4H leader, and prepared taxes for AARP.
John loved music and played Tympani with Lorain County Orchestra at LCCC for 26 years. He also supported his children and grandchildren in their love of music, buying instruments and attending concerts.
John enjoyed traveling. He and Jan traveled in the states, in Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe. He also loved reading and never traveled anywhere without a book. He enjoyed sailing his boat enjoying the peace and beauty of the lake.
John's favorite thing was being a father, a grandfather, and a great grandfather. He was a father to Julie (David), Jennica, Joshua, Jonna (Jeremy), and Justin (Meghan).
Grandfather to Jataria, Michelle, Jeffrey, Joshua, Jasmine, Joslyn, and Amy. Great grandfather to Marlie, Madison, Chayanne, Kaden and Brighten. He was their beloved Papa. He loved them all dearly and wanted the best for them.
John is also survived by his sister, Shirley (Bob) and Karen (Carl) and his brother Pat (Norma). He leaves his brothers-in-law Robert (Pam), William, and Tim, many nieces and nephews, his "brother" Denny, dear friends, Melanie and Larry, Griff, Cathy and many others.
John shared 48 years with his wife Janet and had hoped to reach 50. They had
many adventures together, raising children, traveling, and sadly, his battle with cancer. He lost that battle on June 21st 2019 but he fought fiercely and bravely until the very
end. John's memorial service will be held on Monday, July s1 t, 2019 at4:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist church in Oberlin. The family invites everyone to this celebration of John's life. Memorials, if desired, may be directed to the first United Methodist church in Oberlin or the Oberlin Library.
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