James Leroy John Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Leroy John (Columbus, Ohio), born in Bellefontaine, Ohio, who passed away on January 27, 2022 at the age of 81. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Paul and Mildred Anna John (Hughes); and his spouse Marlos Jean Shepherd. He is survived by: his sons, Jeffrey Shepherd John (Daniela) of Columbus, Christopher Paul John (Christine) of Columbus and Timothy Alan John (Paula) of Hilliard; his grandchildren, Bernadette John, Alexandria John and Michael John; and his siblings, Paula Cronkleton of East Liberty, William "Lee" John of Wapakoneta and Harry Merril John of Hilliard.
Memorial contributions may be made to World Hunger c/o ELCA Churchwide Ministries 8765 W Higgins Road Chicago, IL 60631; The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave. Bellefontaine, OH 43311; The Oesterlen Home 1918 Mechanicsburg Rd, Springfield, OH 45503; or to the music needs at Galilee Lutheran Church 301 Lincoln Blvd Russells Point, OH 43348.
