John Michael Nave

John Michael Nave – long time truck driver and resident of Brighton, MO – passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning, July 26, 2022 at the age of 35 in Mercy Hospital Springfield.
John is survived by his wife of 12 years, Lydia Mersch Nave, and their 4 children, Mya, James, Josie, and Rex; parents Tony and Kimberly Coker; sister Brittany Robertson and husband Eli; mother and father-in-law, Ron and Suzy Mersch; brothers and sisters-in-law, Zach Mersch and wife Chrissy, Claire Buckler and husband Andrew, Nathan Mersch, Izzy Callison and husband Casey; nieces and nephews, Madi (Madi Addi) Robertson, Prier Buckler, Cameron Mersch, Victoria Mersch, Carly Buckler and Brooks Callison; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He is proceeded in death by grandparents, James and Lillie House, and father, Michael Nave.
John was born November 9th, 1986 at St. John's Hospital Springfield. He was a devoted family man who loved larger than life. He enjoyed taking his children to St. George's Donuts, and delivering donuts to other family members and friends just to put a smile on their faces. His love language was cooking, baking, and smoking meats to share with all. John's family, friends, and many co-workers were a huge source of pride and joy in his life. John's faith in God and passion to share His word with those around him was inspiring to all. He served in his home church, Dayspring, with a devoted heart. He would give the shirt off his back to help anyone in need.
Arrangements are under the care of Greenlawn North in Springfield, MO. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 3, from 6:00-8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, August 4th at 1:00PM with Pastor Steve Wilson of Dayspring Church officiating. Graveside Services and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
"I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living." Psalm 27:13