John Joseph Park, of O Fallon, MO, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of the late Mary Park; cherished son of the late Samuel Park and Marion Zuschrott; devoted father of Lisa Park and Timothy Park; dear brother of Mary French, Jeanette (John) Williams, Judy (Ken) Schlect, Susan (Tom) Tygart, and Joe Park.
John proudly served in the military and later built a career as a chemical processor in the aerospace industry, working with McDonnell Douglas. He was a man who appreciated life’s simple pleasures, especially fishing and taking vacations that included relaxing train rides. John was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
311 Wood St., O'Fallon, MO 63366

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