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Jack Johns Obituary

Jack N. Johns

Lansing, MI

Jack N. Johns, much loved man of God, went to be in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on March 18th, 2013. Born on March 24, 1939, Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Johnnie and Josephine Johns.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 48 years, Hope Johns; and four adoring children and spouses: Faith Squires (James), Charity Johns, Joy Wagner (Mike), and Jack Johns Jr. (Marcy); his brother, Jim Johns; and eight beautiful grandchildren, Brooke and Dylan Squires, Emilee, Isabelle, Addison and Quinn Johns, Alethea HoyteJohns, and Jackie Wagner; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Jack attended J. W. Sexton High School, and Michigan State University, prior to finding his true calling as a business man and entrepreneur. Jack always worked. He did everything from selling shoes and Leon's Potato Salad to Insurance. Together with his father and brother, he opened Pro Bowl West in Lansing in 1964, followed by Pro Bowl East, the Bus Stop, and Outer Limits in the 1970s and 1980s. During his lengthy career, Jack touched the lives of many people, including athletes, musicians, and politicians. Those that walked the halls of Pro Bowl East would find the walls lined with pictures of Jack and celebrities such as Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, and Tommy Hearns. Jack and his family hosted a brunch for the MSU Men's Basketball team at their home, after they won the NCAA National Championship in 1979. Jack was instrumental in bringing business to Lansing, with Pro Bowl East being home to classic leagues, city tournaments, and even the Women's International Tournament in East Lansing in 1992. Jack spent much of his life and career at Pro Bowl East, where you could often find him behind the counter with his coffee mug in his hand.

He was very charitable, giving to Big Brothers Big Sisters, Special Olympics, and multiple booster clubs at MSU. Jack was inducted into the Bowling Hall of Fame on October 11th, 2009 for his meritorious achievements.

He and Hope divided their later years between homes in both Florida and Michigan. While he had many health challenges, his wife made his medical care and social outings plus his favorite Lebanese foods, her top priority. Jack enjoyed live music and the company of numerous friends. He especially enjoyed his lunch time gatherings with the ROMEO's (Retired Old Men Eating Out).

His family describes him as a man's man and an avid golfer, enjoying fellowship at Lansing Country Club, Walnut Hills and Glen Eagle. In 1958 Jack became an original parishioner of St. Gerard's Church at age 19, and was active in Knights of Columbus for many years. Other interests included cars, hunting, fishing, and all of the latest gadgets. Jack loved listening to live music and dancing, having won a few dance contests in his teenage years. Family and friends will remember Jack for his wonderful smile and voice, witty sense of humor, and colorful attire. He was a man of fashion, and his clothes often reflected his jovial personality. Most importantly, Jack loved people. The friends he made, and partnerships he formed, are too numerous to count. Despite his health constraints he still enjoyed all life had to offer, especially his grandchildren.

Visitation with the Rosary was at Tiffany's Funeral Home on Monday, March 25th.

Funeral Liturgy is 10:30 a.m., Tuesday March 26th at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 4437 West Willow, Lansing with Fr. John P. Klein presiding. Luncheon at St. Gerard's following the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jack's name to St. Jude's Hospital for Children or Special Olympics.

Friends may visit the guest book at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com.

Published by Naples Daily News on Mar. 26, 2013.
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Always in my Heart and Prayers!

Susanne Graft

Family

March 18, 2022

So sad so sorry for this loss..my heart hurts for your family....you are in my prayers..

April 8, 2013

Dear Hope, so so sorry for your
loss. My heart aches for you. You and Jack were great
neighbors. Jack was a great support to me during Scott's
illness, he visited many times.All my best to you and your
family.

Kathy Murray

April 2, 2013

Dear Hope, I am so so.sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you. You and Jack were great
neighbors. I will never forget
Jack's kindnness during Scott
long illness and death. He would visit Scott two times
Per week. He was a great
supporter. My best to you and your family

Kathy Murray

April 2, 2013

WE WERE SADDENED TO HEAR OF JACK'S PASSING. HE WAS A DEAR FRIEND AND NEIGHBOR. JACK HAD A QUICK SMILE AND SHOWED US MANY KINDNESSES WHEN WE WENT THROUGH A ROUGH PATCH. HE WAS ONE OF A KIND.

CQ & KATHY

April 2, 2013

Faith I was thinking about you today! I love and miss you and am so sorry for your loss.

Tammy Crayne

March 31, 2013

Dear Hope I am so sorry for your loss and this difficult time in your life. My prayers are with you and your family. I will miss seeing and talking with you dear lady.

Rose Calvert

March 30, 2013

Hope, I know Jack was your #1 through thick and thin. We are so sorry for your great loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy. We are sending our love, warm thoughts and prayers to you, Faith, Charity, Joy, JJ and families. The reunion we attended, just over a year ago, at your home was great. It meant so much to my family to reconnect and celebrate family. The memories we have will be cherished.

Ida Ann Marashi

March 27, 2013

Hope, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Jack was a great neighbor and we enjoyed times spent together over the years. Peace and love be with you.

Nancy Jaynes & Charlie Rogers

March 27, 2013

I am so sad to hear about your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.


Carol Drayton (Stock)

March 26, 2013

Very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Cherish your wonderful memories.

The Cusick Family

Cusicks

March 26, 2013

It is with sincere sympathy that we send our prayers to each of you. May God comfort and be with you.
Sincerely,
Bruce and Gloria Nakfoor

Bruce & Gloria Nakfoor

March 26, 2013

PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF JACK JOHNS AND HOPE JOHNS. YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED SEEING YOU @ KAROAKE @ GLEN EAGLE GOLF AND C/C.

JOAN AND GINO DONOFRIO

March 26, 2013

Hope, Jack and family.. You will forever be in our thoughts and prayers . Love Joe and Roe Kaye , Naples, Florida

March 25, 2013

Dear Faith...I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. Your entire Family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and your Family.

Rick Budd

March 25, 2013

Hope, please know you are in our prayers. "Esperanza" as Al always called you is "hope" in Spanish and that's exactly what we're praying that we hope you and your family will be fine and remember Jack as a great man who always made sure his place was run right so all his friends and customers had a good time bowling and sharing a good camaraderie. We will never forget our good times at Pro Bowl East.

Maria Olivia and Al Mejorado

March 25, 2013

Dearest Hope, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your precious family at this sad time. You are loved. Across the miles, Bonnie Burkle Miller

March 25, 2013

Jack thanks for all the memories. You will be greatly missed, especially here in the bowling community. It was a wonderful honor to be on your Wall of Fame and to have won our city doubles at your Pro Bowl East. You always made us feel special.
Sincerely,
John & Robert Mireles

John Mireles

March 25, 2013

Our deepest Sympathy To the Family! Jack we will miss hanging out with you I know you are in heaven enjoying music of the great entertainers.

Pat & Guy Cooper

March 24, 2013

My prayers are with you and the family. Jack was a wonderful man

Tod Edmunds

March 24, 2013

alifetime of love and friendship will always be remembered-the hospitalty- terms-the smiles-the laughs-the food- and the love-you and god are on great terms-hope the golf and the dancing and the food is still super....love and prayers always pat and carol nak4 and family

March 24, 2013

Jack, You made such an impact on me when I was growing up and I will never forget all the Kindness & Love shown to me. May you rest in Peace free of pain with your Family to carry on your Legacy. My deepest Sympathy to Hope & their beautiful Family. My Prayers are with all of You. Susanne (Sternet) Graft

Susanne Sternet Graft

March 24, 2013

Hope
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Don & Janet Carter

March 24, 2013

Jack, thanks for the memories of my childhood and always having my 4lb pink bowling ball waiting fir me in your office! R.I.P.

Amy Brink

March 24, 2013

Jack you will be missed. Thank you and your family for all you did for my father. I am sure Bill was waiting at Heavens gates to show Jack around. We will keep Hope and your family in our prayers.

Gil and Terri Bettinger

March 24, 2013

Jack, you were the best partner I ever had. Fred

fred Behymer jr

March 24, 2013

Thanks for all of the great times we were able to share together. I will miss You.

Mark and Cindy Brink

March 24, 2013

Jack You were the Sean Connery of Naples Florida. You were a wonderful man to us, Caring compassionate family friend to many. We are so sad that you are not here but you are no longer in pain. May your foot be healed and heart still be as beautful as the sun shines. Happy Birthday to you, Our dear cousin. We love you and will miss having easter dinner with you. Much love to you in Heaven, Greg and Beth Abraham

March 24, 2013

To the Johns family,Jack was a great person that got to work with and for him.i was the doorman at the outer limitsJack would make sure.that I would have a great time working and would have me backstage with the likes of Hall and Oates and Ted Nugent Jack will be missedI am sorry for his passing

Mark Farhat

March 24, 2013

Jack thank you, we all had way too much fun at the Pro Bowl.
My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family.

Margaret

March 24, 2013

Jack. I was honored to be your friend. Barbara and I will keep you in our prayers forever.

Bob and Barbara Martell

March 24, 2013

Jack I will miss you and all the good times we shared. Carol and I pray for you, Hope and your great family.

Tom&Carol Pecorilli

March 24, 2013

Hope and Family,
Please know you are all in our prayers. There was only one Jack. We were all better off having known him. And now he is soaring with the angels listening to the music of their fluttering wings.

Marie and Ron Rotunda

March 24, 2013

I knew his father,he was a great guy and a friend of my mother and father! I'm sure Jack was of the same mold!

Dan Dimitroff Jr.

March 24, 2013

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