John K. Mapel

Barb, Lyn, Mark: I was so shocked about John's death. None of his friends at Reiter knew he was sick. As always, I wish I would've taken the time to visit, call, or just let him know I was thinking of him, but as we get older, it seems we're so busy. I regret that now. I'll always remember the fun times our kids and your kids had growing up with the bees, and pigs, and weenie roasts, and happy times. I still share memories from time to time with my kids. I will never forget my friend, John...

John and I were best friends at "Springfield Central", the old junior high school. We were a famous (infamous) duo and had the most "whacks" of any student before or since 1961! John once turned in his desk during a science test to play tic-tac-doe on my paper so we would be able to sign Mr. Carl Bohn's paddle! I have hundreds of memories of our fun together. We taught each other how to cross one eye and keep the other looking straight ahead. The other students liked us and looked forward to...

John and I worked the "13" (thats cop talk for extra job) at the South plaza. I and the other deputies that worked the 13 did not know of John's medical condition. He never slacked in his duties and all of the merchants at the plaza injoyed his friendship and professionalism when he was walking his beat. I will miss John and so will the Deputies of the Summit County Sheriff's Office He was a Pro at his job.

I had the pleasure of knowing John since 1970 we both had started working at Reiter Dairy. John was such a great person to be around, I treasure the years we worked together. I thank the lord for letting John touch my life. I know he is in heaven. I pray for John's family, I know you all will never forget him. God bless you all Jim Sherwood Norton, Ohio

To the Family of John Mapel:

I did not know John Mapel long, but what I did know about him, he was a wonderful, caring,loving man. He loved his job and family very much.

You know, we sure could use more people like John Mapel in this world, it would be a better place to live that is for sure.

I just want you to know he will be missed by a lot of family, friends and co-workers. God bless you and your family and God bless "John Mapel".

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I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the whole Mapel family for the loss of your Husband,Father and Brother. May God Bless each and everyone of you through this hard time of your lives. Please keep the thought that the Lord is cradling your loved one as he cradles you through your days on this earth until you all meet again.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I only had the pleasure of knowing John when he worked part time at Class Machine. He was a very plesent gentleman to be around and I am sure he was nice to everyone. I am sorry that he is gone and I know he will be missed by everyone.

Barb: We were absolutely stunned to read of John's passing. He stopped by to see Bill at work earlier this year and didn't elude to the fact that he was sick, but he did mention that he had never been happier in his work. I will always remember bowling, bonfires in your back yard, beaching it in Florida, and corn for buchaneer. Thanks for your friendship and take care. If you want to talk or visit together, please feel free. Our deepest sympathies for your and your family's loss. Pat and Bill

dear,barb.
IM SO SORRY THAT JOHN HAS PASSED AWAY.I NO HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE,AND THE LORD WILL TAKE CARE OF HIM. I BELIEVE HE WILL WATCH OVER YOU. I WLL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU, YOURE FRIEND ALWAYS, EDIE.