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1932
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2017
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John Junker Obituary
John Charles, cherished husband of Patricia Lou Junker for 54 years, loving father of Jennifer (Timothy) Veerkamp and John (Sharie) Junker, beloved grandfather to Lauren (Matt) Craven, Krista and TJ Veerkamp and John, Jacob, Joshua and Luke Junker. Survived by his sisters Jackie Smith, Barbara Herrman and Toni Sellier. John was preceded in death by his parents John G. and Patricia L. Junker, and brothers Ken and Ted Junker. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 18th at 10AM at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 3680 Warsaw Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45205, followed by burial at Spring Grove Cemetery. Donations can be made to St. Lawrence Catholic Church HVAC Fund and Hospice of Cincinnati. Arrangements entrusted to Spring Grove Funeral Homes, 4389 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223, 513.853.1035. www.springgrove.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Junker
Lisa Salazar
April 21, 2017
I will always remember Uncle John as a wonderful partner and friend to my Dad, Ken. John and Pat were there with Dad every day at the end. No doubt Dad and John are on some great adventure together now -- in a boat that works. Shari, I remember the red T-bird, too. John was the cool, single uncle (for a little bit of my life), until Pat came into his life. I remember being in their wedding and still have the silver heart-shaped box from that day sitting on my dresser! My thoughts are with you Pat, Jenny and John and all of your family
Sharon Walker (Shari Junker)
April 17, 2017
I remember Uncle Johnny's red TBird convertible. Dad thought it was so cool. Many years and far away I still think of everyone. Rest in peace, Uncle John. Love, Shari
Ted and Barbara's daughter
Susie (Toth) DeLoach
April 17, 2017
Thinking of your family during this sad time. My mom is Sharon (Junker), daughter of Ted and she just happened to find this today. ((((Hugs)))) to you all.
April 17, 2017
Krista and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Shannon Eck
My beautiful brother John, the second man I ever loved. So much like our Dad, who was my first. I've loved you forever and will until we meet again.
Toni Sellier
April 16, 2017
Luke Junker
April 16, 2017
You were the best Grandpa I could have. I had so many good memories with you. From babysitting us in Kindergarten. Taking us to Miami Whitewater and bike riding. Even in your late 70s you could keep up with us grandkids the same as a 35 year old. I remember all of the great stories you would tell us about your teenage years, the legendary Coney Island 1946 story, your years in the Navy, meeting Grandma and the hilarious stories of dating and marrying her. You were a person of great wisdom. It still doesn't feel real. I miss you so much Grandpa
Jackie Junker Smith
April 15, 2017
My brother, you are the person I have known the longest on this earth. Like all who love you, I will never forget you. You were one of the best people I have known. I teased you about your beautiful eyes but it was the kindness in them that captured our hearts.
You walked so far into the valley the psalms sing of that we could not follow you. Now you are with God immersed in His love. So we sing "Alleluia" through our tears..
Paul Tobergte
April 14, 2017
John, you were a wonderful friend! From Roger Bacon high school, the Navy, and until the day you left us you were always a very wise and best friend. You loved God and the Church, Patty and your family. John, you set a wonderful example for all of us. I will miss you very much!
April 3rd, 2017
Joshua Junker
April 12, 2017
You were the greatest grandfather a grandson could ever have, you were so loving, so wise, so benelovent, so moral, so holy and so kind. You were an inspiration for us all. You were a truly inspiring man who worked for everything you ever got. I will miss you so much, it is still hard to believe you are not here anymore, that I can't hear your voice emanating from your house anymore. We all miss you so much, but I know you are in a better place. I have no doubt you are in heaven looking down on all of us. Thank you for being here for me for 17 years, If I am even half of the man you were, I know I will be able to lead a good life.
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