John-Gatton-Obituary

John L. Gatton Jr.

Louisville, Kentucky

Age 93

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Gatton, John L., Jr.,93, of Louisville, crossed the bar on his final voyage home, Wednesday, October 26, 2016.John grew up in Highland Park, joined the Christian Church in his early teens, attended James Russell Lowell School, Southern Junior High, and two years at Louisville Male, where he...

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I followed in Captain Gatton's footsteps at Appliance Park Security. John was a true leader, ever imparting his life's wisdom. Fair Winds, Captain.
Jim Warner

Add humility to John's many qualities. I (representing Factory Mutual) and Capt. Wilber Mills (GE deceased) and then Capt. Jim Warner (GE ret) met with John many times; though he loved to talk other than shop, he withheld many of the interesting stories mentioned on the wonderful obit. I would love to have heard about flying under the bridge from him. John was always fair, open minded and gregarious; so while his body will return to dust, his spirit will live in his children, grandchildren...

Mike,

I'm very happy you were able to travel with your Dad and enjoy his life the way you did during his twilight years. Thanks for always being there for my parents too. Your Dad was very proud of you and I'm honored to know you both.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)