John Kenneth Stubbins

STUBBINS John Kenneth Stubbins, passed away peacefully from this life at the age of 86 on September 7, 2010. He was born January 5, 1924. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Lavonne, parents Robert and Nettie Stubbins, brother Robert, sisters Kathryn Parker and Jo Ann Keadey. Survived by children, Diane Stubbins, John Michael Stubbins (Adrienne), and Timothy Stubbins (Lynette); grandchildren, John Jr., Bradley, Joshua (Marcie Cornfield), Seth, Gavin, and Grant Stubbins; great-grandchildren, Paige Stubbins, Amelia and Jacob Cornfield Stubbins; nieces and many friends who knew John as "Stubby". He retired from the Navy as a Master Chief Petty Officer after serving his country faithfully from 1942 - 1966. He served during WWII. He worked at North American Rockwell until they closed. He then worked at WOSU and OSU College of Dentistry. He was an ELK and a Mason. As a younger man, he and wife Lavonne were members of South United Methodist Church; later at Good Shepherd Community Church. John was an avid golfer and a big Buckeye fan. He was always an active supporter to his family. When thanked for anything he would always say, "No, thank God," and he would always promise us, "MWCL" (More Will Come Later). He coached several baseball and basketball teams, was a Hamilton Township Booster, and served as a Boy Scout leader for his sons. He was a proud, encouraging, and involved grandpa to his grandsons. He was a wonderful father and the best father-in-law two girls could ever pray for. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. at GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351 S. High St., where service will be held Saturday 10 a.m. Rev. Dr. William L. Snider officiating. Inurnment Beech Grove Cemetery in Pomeroy, OH. To sign and view online guest book please visit www.graumlichfuneralhome.com.