John Mecke Obituary
John was born on October 22, 1953 in San Antonio, TX to Anthony and Marjorie Olle Mecke. After graduating St. Gerard's Catholic High School, he began a lifelong career in the trucking industry. He worked for many years as a long-haul truck driver for Colonial Bakery before continuing his career with SYGMA, where he devoted over 30 years of service. John retired as Manager of Transportation and was a mentor to many, earning deep respect from his fellow employees.
John had a deep love for the outdoors and found great joy in fishing, hunting, gardening and especially woodworking. His passion for woodworking began early in life, a skill passed down from his father. Above all else, John cherished time spent with his four grandchildren. He shared with them his love of fishing on family camping and beach trips and could always be found on weekends proudly supporting their various sports.
On April 10, 1976, John married the love of his life, Nancy Campbell Mecke. Together they shared 49 years of marriage and raised two sons. During their life together, John and Nancy ran a wedding business and enjoyed traveling, including frequent trips to Las Vegas and Rockport.
John was a loving husband, a devoted father and grandfather, and a beloved brother, uncle and friend. He will forever be remembered for his kind heart, steady presence, and unwavering love and guidance for his family.
John is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Mecke; his sons Anthony Mecke (wife Rhonda) and Brad Mecke (wife Krystle) and his beloved grandchildren John, Bryson, Reagan and Kynslee; brother Larry Mecke (wife Lisa); sisters Sandy Murray (husband Wilson) and Judy Moeller, along with numerous nieces and nephews and extended family members and friends.
A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in John's memory to the Lymphoma Research Foundation at giving.lymphoma.org.
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Don Ortez
January 17, 2026
Very sorry to hear John has passed away. He was a great friend and will be missed. May God bless John and his family.
Irma / SYGMA
January 9, 2026
My deepest condolences. He was the sweetest man and it was an honor to work with him. I remember when he asked me why i called him only by his last name. It was because i worked on base for 9yrs. He then just became "Mecke". I enjoyed our chats and many laughs, making the workday a little more bearable. He is definitely missed.
Eddie Lizard Gonzalez
January 8, 2026
To Nancy and family
My deepest condolences, I will have y´all in prayers. Johnny enjoyed the times we spent together. The Book is written
It is your turn to Rest. I will see you on the other side. God Bless
Eddie G. Sygma
Mike Mecke
January 8, 2026
My condolences to John Mecke's family and friends in their loss. I am pretty sure we are cousins, but sadly the two branches of Meckes did not get together? My dad Bernard (Ben) F. Mecke, son of John Fred Mecke, San Antonio both deceased, spoke of John's dad (I believe) Anthony "Cotton" Mecke, who raced boats. Dad was an only child. My parents had 3 sons, me, brother David (deceased) and youngest brother Craig M. Mecke, 77 and wife Patsy in New Mexico. Brother David had two grown daughters, Debi Kuykendall now in Ft.Worth area and Tanya Dorsett in Austin. My dad's family is now down to me, Michael Bernard Mecke, 86 in Kerrville and Craig in NM. I will share this info with them too.
Your family may know cousins of Bob Mecke (deceased) in San Antonio. Bob had several children and grands. I will share this with them in case they missed it in the paper. One grandaughter has a good family tree I understand.
Sounds like John was a great guy and outdoorsman. Again, I am sorry for your loss so early in his life. Bless you all. Mike Mecke, 1701 Silver Saddle Dr., Kerrville, TX 78028
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Bobby Rodriguez
January 7, 2026
John was truly one of the great ones. He was always willing to teach anyone who was willing to learn. I remember the late nights working holiday routing with him, patiently showing me the ropes. Over time, he trusted me enough to take over the night routing, and I´ll never forget the compliment he gave me:
"Hey, you´re getting better than me at this. Now I can take off a full holiday week."
That meant more to me than he probably realized. John will be deeply missed. I´m grateful for the opportunity to have learned from him and even more thankful to have called him a friend. My prayers are with his loved ones during this time.
Joel Lewis
January 7, 2026
John always had this laugh about him when he would talk to all of us drivers! We knew when we were about to get a stop added onto our routes because he would come and shoot and off-handed joke about it and then later came the voicemail to confirm it! He was a very fair boss and a really great person to be around! God bless you and your family John!
George balderas
January 7, 2026
John was an awesome Boss , was always fair and looked after us. May you rest in Peace, And may the Lord comfort your family during this difficult time
Debbie Krieger
January 6, 2026
John will be missed. My time working with was awesome, he treated everyone with respect.
Yvonne Rennspies
January 6, 2026
John, thank you for being the mentor you were to me. I have you to thank for so much. It was an honor getting to call you my boss. May you rest in eternal peace. My prayers go out to your family. You will definitely be missed. God Bless
Jesus Aguilar
January 6, 2026
John, it was a privilege to have known you to have worked for you for many years. May God bless you and your family Joh
JJ Guajardo
January 6, 2026
John was a great person and good manger with Sygma and I was very privileged to know him and work with him. God bless you John and your family.
JJ Guajardo
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