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John Griesdorn Obituary
VERSAILLES — John E. Griesdorn, 67, of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014, at 11:22 p.m. at Upper Valley Medical Center.
He was born Jan. 16, 1947, in Greenville, Ohio, the son of the late Edwin "Jiggs" and Mary Jane (Treon) Griesdorn.
He retired From General Motors Department 32 after 32 years. He was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles Eagles and a social member of The Versailles Vets Club.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and his granddaughter, Taylor Marie Griesdorn.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Ecabert) Griesdorn, of Versailles, whom he married Feb. 20, 1971; his children and spouses, Sheri and Alec Broadfoot, of Powell, Ohio, Brian and Lori (Schlater) Griesdorn, of Versailles, Kimberly and Bret Ayers, of Coldwater, and Eric Griesdorn, of Versailles; grandchildren, Maggie, Cameron and Natalie Broadfoot, Zachary, Katelyn and A.J. Griesdorn, and Emma, Paige, Mason and Lauren Ayers; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Gina Griesdorn, of Piqua; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Denis Catholic Church, 14 E. Wood St., Versailles, Ohio, with the Rev. Jim Simons celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2014, and from 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Versalles Veterans Honor Guard or the Center for Neurological Development, Burkettsville, Ohio.
Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com.
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Ron Phlipot
December 18, 2014
Marilyn so sorry to hear about John. You have always been a good friend and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
December 18, 2014
Dear Marilyn, our thoughts and prayers are with you today. We just found out last night and couldn't believe John had passed away. We love you and will be keeping you close to our hearts.
Love Pat and Betty , Piqua Ohio
Debbie Nisonger
December 18, 2014
Bob and family: My prayers are with you all.
The Fentons
December 17, 2014
Sheri, you Alec, Maggie, Cameron, Natalie and your entire family are heavily on our hearts today! May everyone there feel the Lord's presence, comfort and peace as you gather together.
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dodger fan
December 17, 2014
One last GO REDS..from a DODGER fan
The Marquis Family
December 17, 2014
Alec, Sherri, Maggie, Cameron, Natalie, and the entire Griesdorn Family,
We are thinking of all you today as you say your final goodbyes to your husband, dad, and grandpa! We understand what you are feeling today since going through this so recently as well. We pray God's comfort and peace over everyone! All or our prayers and love! The Marquis Family
Rick and Corky Alexander
December 16, 2014
Dear Marilyn and Family
We are so sorry for your loss may you find comfort knowing others are praying and thinking of you
George Batty
December 16, 2014
Marilyn
Sorry to hear of John's death Brought back memories of car pooling to Copeland's in John's 66 Impala
Brad & Jeanne (Martino) Miller
December 15, 2014
Mariyln & Family, So sorry for your loss. May God give u all guidance n peace during this difficult time, May our Lord wrap u & yours in his loving care, Our thoughts & prayers our with u n the whole Griesdorn family, Love to all. xoxo
December 15, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.
John and Mary Ann (Hemmelgarn) Simon
Dan & Stacy Grisez
December 15, 2014
Brian & Lori,
Sending our deepest sympathy & warmest thoughts to your family. Hold loving memories of John close to your heart.
Laura and Chris Whistler
December 15, 2014
We're so sorry, Sheri. We're praying for you.
December 14, 2014
Marilyn, I am so sorry to hear the death of your husband, I know you remember me (Connie Hoehne)
Marilyn Petitjean
December 14, 2014
So sorry to hear of John's passing, I have fond memories of our growing up in "Bucktown" and playing kick the can.My thoughts and prayers are with you Marilyn and your family at this most difficult time.
Robert & Gloria Yohey
December 13, 2014
Marilyn & Family, We are very sorry for your loss. I worked with John for 30 years in Dept 32 at GM. I have many good memories as I'm sure all of you have.
Tony Bey
December 13, 2014
My Condolances to you Marilyn and the Griesdorn family , keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
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