He retired from the Army as a computer programmer/analyst after 20 years of service. He later retired from Electronic Data Systems (EDS) Corporation where he had continued to work for the Army as a civilian contractor.
He is proceeded in death by his beloved wife, Kyung Sook Dersam; his daughters Bonnie Kowalski and Florea Thind; his parents; all of his siblings Goldie Willard, Jessie Reed, Joseph “Sony” (Donna) Dersam, William “Bill” Dersam, Mable Dersam, and James Richard Dersam.
He is survived by his daughter Brenda (Marcelino) Hernandez; his son-in-laws Bud Kowalski and Raj Thind; and his three grandchildren Steven Kowalski, Korey Thind, and Toriana Thind. Also survived by his brother-in-law Bill Willard and sister-in-law Helen Dersam and his many nieces and nephews.
John was a quiet man who lived a simple life. He loved his family and dogs very deeply. He was very dedicated to his work and his country. During his military career he received many honors including the Purple Heart and Meritorious Service Medal.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home at 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Rd, Gotha, FL 34734 at 11:00 AM. Internment will be at Union Cemetery, Columbus, OH. Details to follow.
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