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John Krieg Obituary
John was born in Anderson on December 18, 1956, and was the son of the late John D and Roberta J (Ross) Krieg. After high school he attended Ivy Tech Community College.
He was employed as the Facilities Manager for the McClain Museum in Anderson. For many years John had an interest and a gift for funeral service and through the years had worked at several funeral homes, including Whetsel Funeral Service where he served as a Funeral Assistant.
John was a man with vast abilities and talents. He was a collector of all kinds of memorabilia with a special interest in military equipment. He was extremely smart in mechanical problems and could fix anything. He was known for his quick-witted mind and his willingness to help those in need. John was a man of strong faith in God and practice it in his daily life.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving companion of over 20 years, Candance "Candy" Sylvester of Anderson. He is also survived by a host of special friends and cousins.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John D., and Roberta J Krieg.
A service to celebrate John's life will be held on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in Whetsel Funeral Service, Park Ave. Chapel, 1503 S. Park Ave., Alexandria with Bud Whetsel as celebrant. Interment will follow in Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Bud & Susan Whetsel are honored and blessed to care for John and his family.
For additional obituary information and online condolences visit John's tribute page at www.whetselfuneralservice.com.
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Kristen Deem
August 14, 2023
Although I never had an opportunity to meet John in person, his warmth and caring came through online. He and I both shared experience working in the funeral industry, as well as a shared passion for a 1979 film "Phantasm." John loved to share photos of hearses with me. He also was a genuine, kind and spiritual person; a compassionate balm while I grieved the loss of "Phantasm's" Angus Scrimm--who had been like a mentor and father to me for decades. There was something quiet, intelligent, and compassionate about John in all his gently respectful communications. Hard to believe it's been a year now. I dearly miss John's friendship and that we never had a chance to meet. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
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Ken Stroud
January 4, 2023
Wow this was unexpected I met jhon in 1993 he had Captain's Cycle's he fixed Harleys & vintage Bikes he could fix anything with a motor from a lawn mower to a locomotive. He taught me how to fix my own bike. At his shop a special group of friends formed. Many like Max, pops, & Bad Company are with jhon & the Lord. I would like to say thanks for sharing your friendship & wisdom fly high brother & Rest in peace till we .meet again your friend Kenny Stroud of Anderson Indiana
Fred Cooper
July 20, 2022
I am saddened to learn of John's passing. My condolences to Candace, family and friends.
John was one of my closest friends for many years. We had so many good times together, and if you were around John for more than five minutes he would have you laughing so hard your sides ached. He was so quick witted he always stood out in a group of people. John was alway good to me and helped me out with my military vehicles
over the years. He was that way with all his friends. He truly was multi talented in so many things. I'll miss John Krieg alot, but whenever I see his image it will bring a big smile to my face. God Bless You until we're together again.
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