John Park's love of life didn’t come to an end with his death. John passed away July 26, 2021 with his loving wife by his side. His loved ones will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest each and every day.
John was born in Menomonie, Wisconsin. He attended Norview High School in Norfolk, Virginia where he then volunteered to join the Army. After leaving the Army, John was a masonry contractor for over 45 years. Anyone who knew John, knew that he had no boundaries with anything. He kept everyone rolling in laughter because he could find humor in the most mundane life circumstances. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, being on the lake, and spending time with all of his family.
John was preceded in death by his father, Don; his mother, Elizabeth; and his brother, Bobby. He is survived by his beautiful wife, Mary; his three children, Laura Lane, David Park and Elizabeth Davis; his brother, Kenny; his 10 grandchildren, River Morris, Landon Morris, Tristan Morris, Chase Park, Courtney Park, Chandler Park, Christa Park, Canaan Park, Benjamin Kinney, Blakelin Kinney and Kristen Davis; three great grandchildren; many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 8:00am Friday, July 30, 2021 at Landmark Church, 200 S. Peach Tree Lane in Strafford, Missouri with Pastor Justin Graves officiating. A Graveside Service with Full Military Honors will be held at 10:00am Friday, July 30, 2021 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 5201 S. Southwood Road in Springfield, Missouri.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home in Springfield, Missouri
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