John Rebman IV

REBMAN, John IV, of Richmond, Va., passed away suddenly October 13, 2008, at Johnston-Willis Hospital after a short illness at 56 years of age. He was the dedicated husband of Marie Rebman of 31 years. He is survived by his wife, Marie; and his four daughters, Anne Hise and son-in-law, Jeremy Hise, of Baltimore, Md., Christina Rebman, Mary Melissa Rebman and Janey Rebman of Richmond, Va. John was the son of the late Dr. John Rebman III and is survived by his mother, Mary Rebman. John is also survived by his siblings, Chris Rebman of Washington, D.C., Dr. Jeffrey Rebman and his sister-in-law, Theresa Rebman of Richmond, Mark Rebman of Richmond, Melissa Hardy of Lanexa and Emily Rebman of Richmond; and also several nieces and nephews. John graduated from Virginia Tech in 1977 and began his career with Philip Morris where he was employed for over 30 years. He was a member of the Philip Morris Pistol Team and Tennis League. He was a wonderful husband, loving father and generous friend. He was truly one of a kind, always making those around him laugh and feel loved. He loved spending time with his family and dogs and had a never ending curiosity about life. The family will receive friends Wednesday and Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Huguenot Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Rd. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 17, at 2 p.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. Interment Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Virginia Tech Foundation, Inc., University Development (0336), 902 Prices Fork Rd., Blacksburg, Va. 24061.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.