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John Neibel Obituary
(Brockport) John G. Neibel age 89, passed away March 28, 2025 at his home. He was born May 10, 1935, in Franklin County, IL a son of the late Andrew and Frances (Roberts) Neibel.
John had retired from Eastman Kodak in Rochester where he worked for many years. He was a member of Golden Heights Church. He was a hard worker and enjoyed helping others in need, working on cars, yodeling, fishing, hunting, and wood working.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters Mary Elizabeth Neibel, Geraldine (Lloyd) Williams; brothers Albert (Nancy) Neibel, Joseph (Charlene) Neibel, Clifford (Eleanor) Cedar.
He is survived by his wife Karen; daughter Brenda (Gerald, Jr.) Kelley; sons Michael (Rebecca) Neibel, Brian Neibel Sulimowicz; step-daughter Heidi (Gary) Metz; step-son Eric Forst; grandchildren Keith (Michelle) Topham, Andrew Ruggles, Steven (Gina) Ruggles, Bridget Neibel, Michael Neibel, Stephanie (Nathan) Vangilder; step-grandchildren Noah Winslow, Alex (Morgan) Winslow; special nephew Danny Williams as well as several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 16650 State Rte. 31 Holley, NY 14470 on Tuesday, April 1st from 2:00-4:00pm & 6:00-8:00pm where his Funeral Service will be held immediately following at 8:00pm. Interment will be held Wednesday at 1:30pm in N. Byron Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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16650 State Route 31, Holley, NY 14470
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