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1963
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John Eisel Obituary
1963 - 2019
John Raymond Eisel Jr., OFE, age 55, of Canal Winchester, died July 5, 2019 in Monticello, Kentucky. He was born October 15, 1963 in Columbus, Ohio. John retired from Violet Township as Fire Chief in 2014 after 32 years of service. He was a member of Violet Baptist Church, Charter President of IAFF Local 3558 and was currently the Director of Operations for Violet Township. He volunteered for Big Brothers Big Sisters, was OAPFF Legislative Director, and served on the board of directors for many organizations including the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission; Safety, Health and Survival Section for the IAFC; the Pickerington Food Pantry; and the American Red Cross. John was a member of the Executive Committee for the Coalition of Large Ohio Urban Townships (CLOUT) and worked at Medflight. John lived his daily life to its fullest and was always high on life. He was one of the happiest and most sincere individuals we have ever known; he brought joy to many of us on a routine basis. Preceded in death by his father John Eisel Sr. John is survived by his loving wife, Lori; daughter, Kaylie (fiancé, Dylan Macfarlane) Eisel; step-sons, Hunter Embrey, Peyton Embrey, Brayden Embrey, Jake Embrey; mother, Rita (John) Goings; sisters, Christine (Michael) Betts, Jana (Michael) Newman, Susie (Doc) Metzger; step-mother, Linda Eisel; parents-in-law, Bill and Sue Clark; brother-in-law, Brandon (Amanda) Clark; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and countless dear friends. Friends may visit 2-8p.m. Thursday, July 11 at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, Ohio 43147. A funeral service will take place at 10a.m. Friday, July 12 at Grace Fellowship, 1449 Refugee Rd, Pickerington, OH 43147. Those who wish may donate to Box 15, box15.org or Firefighter Cancer Support, firefightercancersupport.org in John's memory. With John's death, he was able to continue giving the gift of life through organ donation. He always said "Leave it better than you found it" and the world is definitely a better place because of John. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com
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The Carters on Pimlico
July 11, 2019
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is one of the nicest I've met. I pray your faith will guide you through the difficult days ahead. God bless you all.
Bob Gasper
July 10, 2019
My deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers to all of John's family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with John for several years in the Fire Department while in Dublin. He was such a pleasure to be around and will be missed. Gone too soon!
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Jerry Perrigo
July 9, 2019
I knew John for many years as Chief Deputy for Fairfield County Sheriff's Office. As Fire Chief he would call me up for coffee when we had a problem to solve. We spent many hours discussing Violet Twp. Police/Fire Issues. Great guy.
STEPHEN JUDY
July 9, 2019
I only knew John for a very short time. What a wonderful individual always there to offer help or share a laugh.
May God bless his wife and family.
ANGIE RADIVOJEVIC
July 9, 2019
To Lori and the entire Eisel family, not only is John a good man, he was a very good neighbor to have around for so many years! Always making me and my family smile as he would drive by. John has always been good to us, and everyone around him, and in my book, ALWAYS will be! Sincerely, The Radivojevic Family.
Sheila Gill
July 9, 2019
We are so sorry and so devastated for all of those who love John. We send our love to Lori and the children. John was just such a special man. He will never be forgotten.
Loretta Brown-Albert
July 8, 2019
To Lori and the entire Eisel family, I'm just lost for words about the passing of such a great man. I never met John, but I know he had to be wonderful, because he married such a beautiful and caring woman. But God doesn't make any mistakes and we all just have to believe that. You all loved him,but God loved him more. You ran your race, you you finished your course and you kept the faith, now you should receive your crown. So fly high. Family there is no sorrow that Heaven can't heal. My God keep and Bless you all.
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Jul
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Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147
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1449 Refugee Rd, Pickerington, OH
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