John was predeceased by his parents, John and Sarah and his wife, Lula Mae. He is survived by his son, Sammy, four grandchildren, Matthew & Melissa (spouse), Whitney, Kaitlin and Hannah, two great- grandchildren, Hayden and Andrew and nephew, Eddie & Crystal (spouse). He was always very proud of serving in the Navy and his family's accomplishments. As a man of God, he is peacefully home.