John P. VanMele

Our families became very close friends and we even vacationed together. I remember laying in the middle of our front yard during a meteor shower with them watching shooting stars. Those are memories I will cherish forever.
John was so kind and caring and this world is a better place having had him in it.

John worked with my dad, Gene Barrow. We spent time with him and Jan on evenings my parents got together with them. My fondest memories are of a vacation to Missouri with them. He was such a kind man. Rest in peace John. I´m sure my mom and dad are enjoying time with you again.

I have fond memories of time spent with Jan and John! Fantastic Grandparents, loyal friends, gracious hosts and the best in-laws to my brother, Tim. Loved John's laugh and humor. He will be missed!

So sad to lose a man that was something like an uncle while I was growing up. I loved the smell of his pipe smoke and the way he would talk goofy to his sheltie colley. Always had the best times when the 4 families used to go camping. He and the other Dads treated all of us kids the same and I´ll miss that the most! Sending prayers of comfort to Janice, Andrea, Dan, and Jeff. He will be missed!