John Paul Bigler Sr.

John was a proud American and United States Marine. He served during the Vietnam War as a Medevac Operator, helping evacuate wounded servicemen from the battlefield. He was awarded two Purple Hearts, along with numerous other military honors. He also served in the National Guard.

He was a man who understood duty, sacrifice, and the value of a life. His greatest pride was his family. He worked tirelessly to provide for those he loved and retired from Gates Rubber Company.

His life was an example of strength and faith through uncertainty, and love throughout every season. He answered his country's call, stood strong in his faith, and loved his family with his whole heart. His work here is done, but the love and the example he set will live in our hearts.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth "Libby" Ann Bigler; one son, Timothy Alan Bigler; his parents, Paul Beverage Bigler and Olga Jean King; a brother, James Tony Blalock; and a sister, Hazel Jean Bunch.

John is survived by three sons, John Paul Bigler Jr., Steven Bigler, and Clint Bigler; three daughters, Sabrina Bigler, Tammy Ann Huff, and Mary Grace Bigler Parker; 18 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and four sisters, Bonnie De Vore, Lynn Sims, Vickie Payne, and Rose Blalock.

The funeral is at 12 PM Noon on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at the Lincoln Jamboree in Hodgenville.

Burial follows in Elizabethtown Memorial Gardens.

Visitation begins on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 4-8pm at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown and continues after 9 AM at the Lincoln Jamboree on Thursday, October 29th until the time of the service.

The family requests that visitors wear Red, White or Blue in honor of John's faithful service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

Condolences may be expressed online at brownfuneral.com.