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John Athey Obituary
Jack retired in 1996 from the Ford Motor Co. in Lorain after 38 years of service. Born September 16, 1924 in Parkersburg, West Virginia he was a son of the late Richard and Anna Lamount Athey.
He was also preceded in death by two brothers, a sister and his son-in-law, John Adams.
He attended Trinity Gospel Church in New Philadelphia and served his country during WW II with the Merchant Marines.
Jack is survived by his wife of 30 years, Katherine Mutersbaugh Athey whom he married on January 17, 1981; daughters, Candy Adams and Shelly (Larry) Adams both of Vermilion, Ohio; sons, John Athey, Jr. of Marietta, Georgia and Robert (LuAnn) Athey of Vermilion; step sons, Ralph (Jackie) Labus, Fred (Marcia) Labus and John (Jan) Hunker all of New Philadelphia; sisters, Wilda Jean Mellon of Springdale, PA and Patricia (Bill) Hockenberry of Pittsburgh, PA; seven grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, nine step grandchildren and 14 step great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 22, 2011 at 1:30 pm in the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory at Dover with Fr. Jeff Coning officiating. Interment will be at the Ridgecrest Memory Gardens where the Dover VFW will conduct military graveside services. Following the burial, a luncheon will be held at the Toland-Herzig Monarch Center. Friends can call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 pm.
Those wishing to express their fondest memories of Jack may do so by visiting the on line obituaries link on the funeral homes website.
Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice at 201 West 3rd St., Dover, Ohio 44622.
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Eric Eddy
August 23, 2011
Bob and family, I remember your dad from our little league days when he would take us to A&W for a root beer float if you or I hit a home run...pitch batting practice to us when nobody else would. I was fortunate enough to work with him at Ford... he was always willing to help out and go the extra mile because that was the kind of person he was! Our condolences to you and your family during this difficult time
Michael Spencer
August 22, 2011
Candy/Bob and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I got to know him well while working with him a few years at Lorain Assembly. I was very fortunate that he took me under his wing and advised me on many situations. He was a very good man and always spoke positively about everyone he knew. I also feel very fortunate to have known him and share in your loss. I'm sorry I cannot be there for the funeral and wish you strength.
Sandy Goss-Abrecht
August 22, 2011
Kay & Family you have my deepest sympathy with your loss of Jack. He is now resting in a better place. Sincerely Sandy Goss-Abrecht
Larry Hess
August 22, 2011
Jack Jr. so sorry I worked with you on the motor line. Again sorry
Larry Hess
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Ronald Schultz
August 20, 2011
Candy, I worked with your Dad over many years at the Ford Lorain Assembly Plant, and happened to have been working with him during the time period he had his first stroke. May the Lord be with him and all you of his family. Ron Schultz
Ira Neal
August 19, 2011
Candy and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. John was a good hard working man. With love and prayers' Ira neal
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