He was born October 14, 1915 in Akron. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and retired from the Akron Beacon Journal. He was a member of First Church of God in Tallmadge.
John had sung in choirs and served as music director in several churches in the Akron area. In his younger days, he had enjoyed bowling and golf. After retiring from the newspaper, he worked as a starter for Valley View Golf course.John was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister. and two grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Dorothy; daughters, Judy (David) Haude of Houston, Texas and Carol (Robert) Mealy of Cuyahoga Falls; six grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; nieces, nephews, and many friends.
A memorial service will be held Monday, Feb. 12 at 11 a.m. at First Church of God, 464 Northeast Ave., Tallmadge, Pastor William Wimmer officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. Inurnment at Crown Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Church of God, in memory of John. Funeral home map, directions, and the Inch Family condolence book are available at www.bacherfuneralhome.com. (Bacher, 330-644-0024)
[The Beacon Journal,, Akron, OH Friday, February 9, 2007, page B6, col. 5]
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