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John Lawrence Lubbers
John Lawrence Lubbers (Jack) died on Monday, April 24, 2017. Jack was born to Bill and Doris Lubbers on April 18, 1941 in Washington, DC. Jack was raised in Chatham, New Jersey. He graduated from Chatham schools in the class of 1959. He then earned a degree in Business from Nichols College in Dudley, MA.
After college, Jack worked for Asplundh Tree Experts. He enlisted and was proud to serve in the Marine Corp Reserves where he received numerous marksmanship awards. Next, he worked for ESSO as an oil heat salesman. In the 1960s, Jack worked for Smith & Wesson as a law enforcement distributor. He later became sales manager for Smith & Wesson Electronics.
Jack then moved to Toms River, New Jersey and met his dear wife and best friend, Theresa. They married in 1974. Jack worked as a manufacturing representative in law enforcement and the sporting goods market until 1986 and received many recommendations of achievement in those areas. He then became a manufacturer of specialty advertising products to the sporting goods and law enforcement industries.
Jack and Theresa moved to Charleston in 1995. Jack retired in 2014. Jack was an avid reader. He often laughed about reading history books that were so thick he could hardly hold them. Jack was a long- time member of First (Scots) Presbyterian Church and of the Harbour Club.
He was also a lifetime member of the NRA.
Jack is survived by his loving wife, Theresa. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Chris Findlay, and nephew, James Findlay, and three cousins, Ed, Larry, and Glen Lubbers. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Dorothy Aungst. He was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Doris Lubbers, and two sets of wonderful grandparents.
Theresa would like to thank Dr. Lingerfelt and his staff for their care, caregivers of Caris Hospice and the many friends and neighbors who stepped forward to help in so many ways.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, April 28, 2017, at First (Scots) Presbyterian Church,. Following the service, Theresa will receive friends at the Harbour Club, 35 Prioleau St. Burial will be private. Jack's Guestbook may be signed at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First (Scots) Church, 53 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401; the Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Rd., N. Charleston, SC 29406 or to the Charleston Ronald McDonald House, 81 Gadsden St., Charleston, SC 29401. Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER Funerals & Cremation (843)766-1365.
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Dear Theresa on behalf of the Charleston Animal Society I want to send our condolences for your loss of Jack. Reading his obituary I realized he lived a full life and will surely leave a mark on this earth. Donations in his name will leave a legacy of hope for homeless animals in our community. For the animals I am Kay Hyman Director of Community Engagement Charleston Animal Society.
Kay Hyman
April 29, 2017
Dear Theresa,
Sincere condolences to you over your tremendous loss of Jack. May the memories today that add to your grief provide you warmth and solace in the days ahead. Hugs and prayers, my friend
Lorelle Gregor
April 26, 2017
Dear Theresa, Hope that memories will soften the grief you feel now, bringing comfort and peace day by day. In friendship and prayer, Gen
Gen Butski
April 26, 2017
Dear Theresa, sincere and heartfelt condolences at the loss of your dear Jack.
In friendship and prayer, Cheryl
Cheryl LaRose
April 26, 2017
May you know God's presence and feel his love and comfort at this time and know you are in my thoughts and prayers
Cousin Pam, Altoona, PA
April 26, 2017
Teresa,
May God's love heal your pain when the time is right. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Respectfully,
Donna
Donna Prescott
April 26, 2017
Jack,
until we meet again, I will miss our conversations and that amazing gift of laughter. We have truly lost one of the best.
Bryan Kazley
Friend
April 26, 2017
Theresa,
Jack was so blessed to have you as his best friend, wife, humorist, advocate and caregiver. You are a great example to us all. I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Jack. Lots of love and prayers.
Diane Aghapour
April 26, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love.
Andie Weathers
Friend
April 26, 2017
Dearest Theresa,
Just read about Jack's passing. So very sorry for your loss. As Angela's daughter, can remember seeing the two of you on occasion walking the dogs. What a wonderful couple you were!I I KNOW it will be a difficult adjustment, but rely on the help of God to get through it. Please know I am praying for you...
Susan Kemmerlin
April 26, 2017
Teresa
Please accept our condolences for your loss.
A lot of fond memories of Jack and you
Doug and Chris Fierro
Doug Fierro
April 26, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I am sending prayers and hugs your way. Lots of love.
Heather Zahory (Lubbers)
April 26, 2017
I was privileged to know Jack and his lovely wife Theresa since the very early 70's. He and I were independent representatives in the sporting goods business, both of us were just getting started in the business and were sharing some manufacturers and over time we became very close, he is my very best friend. He and his lovely wife Theresa are in my estimation the epitome of the happiest and most compatible marriage of two people that I know. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Robert (Bob) Oliver
April 26, 2017
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