John Nephew Obituary
He is survived by his wife, Dori Nephew and children: John (Terri) Nephew, Mike (Joyce) Nephew, Tony (Dawn) Priemer, Rob (Becky) Priemer, Cori (Tim) Hagoort and Dorianne (Ed) Hansen, and adopted son Emmett (Sandy) Johnson, 16 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and 2 brothers: Leonard (Jan) Nephew and Ralph (Carol) Nephew. He was preceded in death by his brothers: Oliver Nephew, Hank Graves, Tom, Dick and Dan Nephew.
John was a member of the Eagles Lodge No. 4121 in Secord Lake. Prior to retirement he was self-employed in many businesses.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 7 p.m. at Penzien Steele Funeral Home. Pastor Martin Hodges will officiate. The family will receive friends on Monday from 6 p.m. until the service begins.
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Pat Priemer
August 14, 2025
Dori, just found out about John's passing. So sorry. Gary and I send our sincere condolences to you and yours.
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Mary Ford
July 4, 2025
Oh Dori, I am so sorry for your loss. John was such a good man and you were so blessed to have so many years with him! I will always remember his kindness to us on Coral Street in Zephyrhills, Florida. My love to you and your family, Mary Ford.
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