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John Mawhirter Obituary
1957 - 2018
John Berle Mawhirter, age 60, of Reynoldsburg, OH, died July 6, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born September 5, 1957 in Columbus, OH to the late John and Catherine Mawhirter. He was a graduate of Columbus North High School class of 1975, Capital University and received a Master's Degree from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. He served St. Paul Lutheran Church in Coldwater, OH and St. Paul Lutheran Church in Haskins, OH; and Zion Lutheran Church in Sandusky, OH. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Dianne Mawhirter; three sons, David (Jennifer) Mawhirter, Nathan Mawhirter and Aaron Mawhirter; brother, Charles (Jane) Mawhirter; sister, Karen (Cory) Estabrook; numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends may visit 1-5pm on Saturday, July 14, at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 550 Hill Rd. N., Pickerington, OH 43147. A memorial service will begin at 3pm on Sunday, July 15, at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 268 Hill Rd N, Pickerington, OH 43147 with one hour prior of visitation from 2-3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Team PJ, Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, http://support.pancan.org/goto/TeamPJ or Epiphany Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be found at www.spencefuneralhome.com.
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Kim Bolyard
July 12, 2018
I am so saddened to hear of Pastor John's passing. He was a part of my life in such a special way. His joking around and his infectious smile always brought me happiness. He had this bright twinkle in his eye that would make any face light up in joy. I will never forget his joking around when he officiated our wedding and his laughter to help calm the wedding jitters. My heart pours out to the family and I am sending my deepest condolences to Diane and the boys. I pray for hope and strength for the Mawhirter family.
God's peace,
Kim and Bob Bolyard
and Collin too.
LF
July 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
Dotty Geiger
July 10, 2018
Thank you Pastor John for your kindness, your smile, and your positivity. May you take your place at the Lord's Banquet Table. Peace be with you.
To the Mawhirter family, may you find peace and comfort, knowing that so many people are holding you close in prayer.
Dotty Stein Geiger (Sarah Stein's mom)
Frank Delius
July 10, 2018
Sending heartfelt sympathy. John was my pastor for years at Zion church.
Dennis F. Delius
July 10, 2018
So sorry for your loss..
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14
Visitation
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147
Jul
15
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Epiphany Lutheran Church
268 Hill Rd N, Pickerington, OH
Jul
15
Memorial service
3:00 p.m.
Epiphany Lutheran Church
268 Hill Rd N, Pickerington, OH
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