John Alexander Mihm, 50 years old, of Tucumcari, New Mexico, beloved son, brother, uncle, great-uncle, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 19, 2016.
John was born in Malden, Massachusetts and moved to New Mexico as a young child. John received an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from New Mexico State University and moved to Tucumcari in 2006. John has been an optician since 1986. He was a partner in Buena Vista Laboratories and Optical Retail Shop. John served on the Tucumcari City Commission, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, a Mason, member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, served on the Tucumcari Chamber of Commerce, member of the St. Vincent De Paul Society and St. Anne's Catholic Church. John was a veteran, and served in the United States Air Force. Everyone who knew John loved him as a dear friend.
Some of his greatest joys were entertaining in his home (especially with home-cooked Italian meals), boating in the summertime, collecting vintage cars, spending holidays and special occasions with his family. He was the first to offer help when anyone was in need.
John is survived by his mother, Joan Boue' and husband Hudson; sister, Lisa Vellekamp and brother-in-law Phil; niece, Adina Francis and husband Tim; niece, Susanna Reyand husband Isaac; great-nephew Benaiah and great-niece Sofia.
John is preceded in death by his father, John J. Mihm.
A memorial service, celebrating his life, will be held on Saturday January 14,2017 @ 11:00 AM at the Tucumcari Convention Center~1500 West Route 66~Tucumcari, NM.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Vincent De Paul Society~PO Box 815 , Tucumcari, NM 88401.

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Published by Quay County Sun from Dec. 30, 2016 to Jan. 11, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for John Mihm

10 Entries

Amanda Brenner

January 15, 2017

John was a wonderful friend to my husband and me, and he is sorely missed. He always seemed to know what people needed, and stepped in to fill that need.

When we were new to town, overwhelmed, and trying to get our business off the ground, John was there to pick up a tube of caulk, or roll on some paint, or tell us how he thought we should do something. We will never forget him coming over out of the blue and just making things happen. He was also always bringing things that he thought might fit in with the motel. A lamp here, something else there.

He was a tremendous host, opening his beautiful home for weekly get-togethers. His homemade pasta was legendary. He always made something special for me if he was making seafood. He was just thoughtful like that, always making sure that everyone was taken care of and felt included.

After we were able to establish Sundays as a solid day off at our business, we would usually see John on Sundays. Maybe go drive somewhere in one of his cars, or he would perhaps show up in his Corvette (that I loved to teasingly refer to as "the Delorean") to hang out at our table. Sometimes he would take us to look at something off the beaten path in Tucumcari.

He loved Tucumcari and he did a lot for the town. He made jobs for people with his businesses. He was serious about improving Tucumcari.

He was the glue that brought people, and a community together. I hope we can keep what he started going.

I miss you so much, John. This is our 4th Sunday without you. Your memorial was beautiful.

Savannah Koleski

January 12, 2017

John was my best friend and I miss him so much. I looked up to him. I would call him my family. I was one of the first person he met when he moved to Tuc. He came to the eye doctors when I was 16. He taught me a lot about how to be professional at the work place, everything I know about customer service and being confident in myself at work and in general. And even how to make the best homemade pizza ... :) Such a big heart would bend over backwards for anyone anytime. I know he did for me many times and never asked for anything in return. John made a HUGE impact on my life and it's a heavy pain to know his gone but I will always hold on to his memory. We all know he is in heaven making homemade pasta for God. R.I.P I'm friend. - My prayers are with his family

KELLEY

January 12, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Rachel Burch

January 11, 2017

John taught me so much. He taught me about the value in trying my best to do quality work no matter the task, the importance of respecting the space I inhabit, and how important it is to love my community. He showed me what it really means to be a hard worker and a good friend. I've never met anyone who was so willing to give to others. Even though he already had way more time consuming responsibilities than most people, he was always the first to give up his time and resources to go above and beyond to help people. Example: We mentioned to him that my sister had been saving money and was wanting to buy her first car and he immediately started searching for one for her. He found one, purchased it, and then spent hours working on it to make sure that it would be in good condition for her to drive. Then, when she tried to pay him back he wouldn't let her! He is the only person I've ever seen do something like that. It blew my mind that even after spending so many hours at work and serving the community he took time out of his schedule to do that. And he never expected anything in return. John was an incredible person and I know that I'm so lucky to have had him as a mentor and friend. I'll never forget everything I learned from him or all of the great memories that I have because of him.

Marie Sorensen

January 4, 2017

Dear Joan and Hudson

You have my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God keep you in his care.

Sincerely,

Marie Sorensen

January 4, 2017

Dear Joan,
Please know that the BOD of San-Bern FRW is praying for you and your family at this sad and difficult time. May the God of all comfort be with you. May He give you peace and strength beyond understanding. May He care for you every need.
Sincerely,
Sandra Atwood
President, San-Bern FRW

Rick Haymaker

January 3, 2017

John was a caring, giving man and a very present asset to this community. Serving Tucumcari and Quay county in ways that are unknown to most because he did it quietly. He was kind to me and I consider him a good friend. I will miss him and this lovely little town won't be the same for me without him.

Jina Vick

January 2, 2017

Oh we will miss him. It makes my heart so heavy ... it seems odd to mention heaviness in connection to John since he always had me laughing.

Kathi McClelland

January 2, 2017

I had never met a person that was so pro Tucumcari!
He bent over backwards to make it a better place to live and raise children.
He was always willing to help whoever was in need.

Jeanne Tipton

January 1, 2017

I met John when he first moved to Tucumcari and considered him a good friend ever since. I'll miss his sincere greeting and friendly smile when I would see him at the post office, dollar store, Kmart or the grocery store. I appreciate how he loved my home town and did everything he could to make it better.
John's passing is a great loss for Tucumcari.

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