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John Von Loh Obituary
John Von Loh, age 66, resident of Corrales, NM passed away on January 24, 2016 surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Holdrege, Nebraska, graduated from Bertrand High School and Kearney State College (both in Nebraska) and the Air Force Institute of Technology in Ohio. He had successful careers in the United States Air Force and with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC). He was involved in numerous sports and was recognized by the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame last fall for his participation on the 1965-66 Bertrand football team. He had many interests, including: autocrossing corvettes, dirt bike riding, bicycling, physics, Nebraska Cornhuskers, and restoring cars which included the family Model A.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jacquelyn K (Moore) Von Loh (originally from Holdrege, NE); two wonderful sons, Donn H. Von Loh (wife, Laura) of The Woodlands, TX and Jason J. Von Loh; six grandchildren, Joshua, Ashley, Elizabeth, Christian, Javan, and Jadon. He is also survived by two sisters, Kathy Vetick (husband John) of Des Moines, IA and Martha Ford (husband Bill) of Bertrand, NE; two brothers, Paul Von Loh (wife Lynn) of Sydney, NE and Darik Von Loh (wife Sandra) of Lincoln, NE; brother-in-law Bill Faber of Gibbon NE; sisters-in-law JoAnn Everett and Judy Ganser of Holdrege, NE. He also leaves many cherished aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and friends.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Vivian (Cooley) Von Loh, father-in-law Newton Moore, mothers-in-law Gertrude (Jurgens) Moore and Marie (Nelson) Moore, sister-in-law Janet Faber, brothers-in-law Charles Ganser and Dave Everett.
The family honored John's wishes for cremation and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathleen Vetick
January 25, 2021
Dearest John, I remember your brilliance and spark of humor. John and I loved our opportunities to travel with you and Jackie. I especially remember our last trip down the Greater River Road. What a fun time and a time for closeness. You were always studying something. I wanted to be as smart as you were, something I can only aspire toward. I will never forget how strange it was to keep breathing after you stopped. You are remembered and loved. Sis Kathy.
Gerald Armijo
January 25, 2021
Always enjoyed our talk about Cars....
Carla McGrath
February 6, 2016
Jackie, and all the VonLoh family, I am so sorry for your loss. John was always a friendly, kind man and I have memories of him since I was a little girl and he and my brother Alan were in their band together. I was fortunate to see him several times last summer when you were back in Nebraska. We talked of old times, fun times and of the life and wonderful years you enjoyed together. He was taken too soon.
Jeff Whitmer
February 1, 2016
Von Loh family you are in my prayers daily. The world has lost an awesome man. I will miss him greatly.
Kathy Vetick
February 1, 2016
John, It still takes my breath away when I remember when your heart stopped beating and mine went on. Love you, think of you, talk of you,....there is just so much more I wanted to say to you. Miss you for so many reasons.
Jackie, am sending thoughts and prayers moment by moment for your strength to keep on making it today. Love you, Sis. God Bless You Always. Kathy
David/Joyce Robinson
February 1, 2016
Jackie, a very sad bit of news. All the years in grad school and AFOTEC will always contain such great memories of you guys. Joyce and I wish you and your family all the best.
Thad Mauldin
February 1, 2016
Jackie, really sorry to see this. You and John were always two of my favorites at AFOTEC. You and your family are in Gretchen's and my thoughts and prayers.
Herbert Morgan
February 1, 2016
Jackie - Our prayers to you and your family at this time. I will always remember and appreciate working with John. On the several projects we shared in the 80s and 90s, he always proved professional, skilled, and knowledgeable. I was blessed to learn much from him.
Herb & Joann Morgan
Liz Huffman
January 31, 2016
Jackie, I am so sorry about John's passing. He gave a valient fight. I send my heart-felt prayers out to you and your loved ones. Liz Huffman
January 31, 2016
Jackie... I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs,
Kathlene
JoAnn Everett
January 31, 2016
You will definatly be missed .We have a lot of memories of a lot of good times and some of not so good. It does not seem possible that this has happened.Rest in peace and i hope Jackie will come spend some time with us. You will always be in my prayers.The summer reunion picnic will never be the same.
Stephanie Hap
January 31, 2016
I remember John as a professional. We worked together on several transformational military projects. He was always cheerful and wanted to get the job done right. The old Scientific International Group will miss him.
K Everett
January 31, 2016
It was yesterday when it truly hit me that you are gone. And how the last time we had a gathering was for a funeral, you sat at our table and we had a chit chat, you, Mike and I. You look so healthy and happy. Funny how life has plans had we all didn't have a gathering to tend to.... know one would have got to see you before you passed. John you were an inspiration to my kids and to us. When I met Mike he talked highly about his Uncle's and you we're def one of them. And getting to know you I say the same thing. Your we're a pillar to society, a brave soul, and a crazy one ! You are going to be miss so very much! Rest in Peace until we all meet again. Give Dave a huge hug for us.
Gerald Armijo
January 31, 2016
My condolences to you Jackie and your family... John you will be missed thank you for sharing your stories of life,science and cars...
Denise Geer
January 31, 2016
I remember, being a couple of years younger than you Jackie and in High School, I remember how much you and John were in love with each other. Burt and I send our prayers and condolences to you and your families!!
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