It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Downing of Creston, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 91, on February 26, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Downing to show support.

He was predeceased by : his wife Betty Mae; and his parents, Earl Daniel and Cammie Downing (LeCocq). He is survived by : his children, Steve Downing (Karen) and Brenda Thompson (Gary); his grandchildren, Ashley Hommer (Derek), Myles Thompson (Skylar), Kysa Woods (Josh), Chisum Downing (Katelyn Clariday) and Heath Downing; his great grandchildren, Kynlee Hommer, Letti Mae Thompson and Maren Thompson; his sister-in-law Sharen Downing; his sister Shirley; his brother-in-law Max McDermott; his brother Paul; his sister-in-law Berniece Downing; his sister Mildred; his brother-in-law Earl Woods; his nephew Sammy Woods; his brother Donny Downing; and his siblings-in-law, Larry Conard and Helen Conard. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Orient United Methodist Church &/or Orient Fire and Rescue.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pearson Family Funeral Service