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John Bridges Obituary
Appleton - Rev. John James Bridges of Appleton Wisconsin passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020 at the age of 73. After years of declining health Rev. John Bridges died peacefully with his beloved wife and their children by his side. John was born at St Catherine's hospital in Kenosha WI on February 28, 1947 to John and Betty (wood) Bridges. He was the oldest of five children. He graduated in 1965 from Bradford High School in Kenosha then went on to study Theology at Texas Bible College. After graduation John moved back to Wisconsin and became the youth Pastor at Apostolic Faith Church in Kenosha WI under Rev WV Barnett. In 1973 He felt the call of God to start a church in Neenah WI. After 45 years of Pastoring, starting 4 daughter works, and bringing numerous souls to Jesus Christ. Rev. John Bridges retired and started attending Apostolic Truth Church in Appleton WI under the pastorship of Rev. Aaron Soto.
Pastor John J. Bridges loved people, and dedicated his life to introducing people to Jesus Christ. There is nothing he loved more than teaching Search for Truth Home Bible Studies, and getting people to dig into the Bible to find the treasures of the Word of God.
John was preceded in death by his parents John Moffet Bridges and Betty June Bridges, his sister Betty Ann Allan, his brother Richard Paul Bridges. He is Survived by his wife Carol Lynn Bridges, his children John Nathan (Lynn) Bridges, Philip (Terra) Bridges, Melinda (Matt) Olson Bonnie Sue Joy (Markle) Johnson. His brother Archie (Debbie) Bridges, His sister Diane (Waino) Kleimola, also his 7 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.
Viewing and Funeral Services will be held at Apostolic Truth Church, 2720 Kesting Court, Appleton WI 54911 on Saturday November 28, 2020. Viewing will be held from 10:00am - 12:00pm with the funeral starting at 12:00pm with luncheon to follow. Service will be live streamed at atchurch.org or Apostolic Truth Church Facebook page.
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Delia Castellanos
November 29, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
David & Becky Steagall
November 27, 2020
Dear Carol and family, WE are so sorry to hear that John has passed. I remember the good ole days in Kenosha when after church we all would eat at the Tower drive in restaurant and play miniature golf. We had such fun. Now we are older and getting ready to meet the Lord.
Jayne (Masten) Weller
November 26, 2020
My deepest condolences to the entire Bridges family! Pastor Bridges will always be remembered as a true man of God! He was there for our family for many memorable events, baptism, marriage and even death! He encouraged us to stay close to God always, that through Christ anything is possible! Your battle is done, mighty warrior. Your reward is Heaven! Rest In Peace Pastor Bridges!
Debbie Fietzer
November 23, 2020
I have known John & the family for many years. I met them at Apostolic Faith church when I was 11 yrs old. Remember all the nights I spent there with Bonnie. We had lots of fun back then. The memories will never be gone. John was a great man of God and he will be missed. He is wrapped in God's loving arms now. Prayers for the family.
Gayle Shepherd
November 23, 2020
Johnny was great to grow up with.
Your memories will give great comfort.
May God's love continue to be with you.
John Bielby
November 22, 2020
John always spoke the truth when I knew him one service he brought in a big wooden cross up to the altar and had us right down our sins on a piece of paper so we did and then we each went up and nailed them to the cross. You also used to say invading The impossible in 1987 and he used to say I'm sick of and tired of being sick and tired. I remember how much you love the song how great thou art in church most of all he baptized me in Jesus name in 1984. He really opened my eyes to the word and a book of Acts. Rest in peace john to live is Christ to die is gain
Lawrence H. Grunert
November 19, 2020
Carol and Family. God in His love has called to His side a remarkable man. Sharon and I were expecting it from talking with John fairly regular. John was a very good christian man of God. We will miss him and pray for you ,Carol that our Lord and His Blessed Mother will carry the whole family in their arms and heart. God Bless and Peace be yours. Love Lawrence and Sharon.
Linda (aka Bobby Jo) Baca
November 19, 2020
I will miss Pastor Bridges very much. He was my frist UPCI Pastor. I started my jouney with him in the Upper Room. He was a very loving and caring Pastor. He was took time to listen and help you. Evan after I moved to Texas, he was always there for me. Praying that God will comfort the family and the church family. Heaven has recevied a great man of God. Love Linda(aka Bobby Jo) Baca
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