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John VanOrden Obituary
Morris Plains - John ("Jack") C. Van Orden, Jr., 81, of Morris Plains, NJ passed away peacefully after a year-long battle with cancer on March 31, 2020.
Born in Newark, Jack was raised in Bloomfield. He resided in Morris Plains for the past 55 years.
Jack proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1957-1959.
Jack owned and operated Morristown Tire Company, along side his son Mark for 40 years, until he retired in June 2018.
He was a Former Elder at the Morris Plains Presbyterian Church. He also served on the Morris Plains Fire Department for 52 years, and was Chief in 1977. In addition, Jack was
Past President of the Morris Plains Fire Association; served on the Morris Plains Library Board for over 40 years; was a member and Past President of The 200 Club of Morris County; and belonged to the Masonic Brotherhood since 2010.
Jack is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Carole (Morris Plains, NJ); and their devoted children, Mark Van Orden and wife Karen (Morris Plains, NJ), Jill McDowell and husband Stacy (Chalfont, PA), and Cristie Bruhn and husband Art (Morris Plains, NJ). He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Lt. Mark Van Orden, Jr. and wife Stephanie, Matthew Van Orden, Amanda Van Orden, Danny McDowell, Drew McDowell, Jack Bruhn; and adored great-daughter, Jayne Van Orden.
Jack will be laid to rest at Restland Memorial Park, East Hanover, NJ. A Memorial Service for Jack will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his honor to: Indian Creek Foundation (http://indcreek.org/), (serving children & adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities), 420 Cowpath Road, Souderton, PA 18964.
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Memories and Condolences
for John VanOrden
April 4, 2020
To Carole and the entire Van Orden family-
Our heartfelt sympathies to you all.
The real Gentleman Jack. His actions towards others embodied the true spirit of Morris Plains-
The Community of Caring. He will be missed!
Paul and Kathy Carman
Rev Dr Gene Hill
April 3, 2020
Jack will be missed by his Brothers in Cincinnati Lodge #3 of Morristown. He was a warm and loving personality, always willing to help any who were in need. May his Soul Bloom in Eternal Spring. Many Blessings on his widow, his family, his friends, and his Masonic Brethren!
RICHARD SAGE
April 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss I had done business with
him for over forty years and always had a smile
and a positive attitude A true gentleman
April 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss. He was always there to help a neighbor in time of need.
RIP Jack.
Janet Solberg
Betsy and George Nunn
April 2, 2020
So sorry for to hear of Jacks passing. My dad always spoke highly of him. He cut his hair for years . Our prayers are with you and your family.
April 2, 2020
Dear Family,
I am very saddened to learn of Jack's passing. He was a wonderful man. He always had a big smile and always eager to help in any situation. He was always very good to me.
Martha McEntee King
Judi n Joe Barron
April 2, 2020
So sad to hear of Jack's passing. Always a smile on his face. Prayers to his family. Judi and Joe Barron
Richard Haycook
April 2, 2020
My Dad, Cookie, was a 60 year member of the MPFD. He often spoke highly of Jack. Our family sends its condolences to you. Jack, Thank you for your long service to our country and the community - RIP.
David Cooley
April 2, 2020
Carole and Family, I am so sorry to read of Jack's passing. RIP Jack. God Bless.
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