John was born on June 19, 1937 in Rye, NY to Gladys (McGrath) and John Ralph Massie. He graduated from UMKC.
John proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1957-1961, worked for TWA as a radio mechanic as well as many other positions with in TWA, and owned Hometown Enterprises in Smithville, MO.
John was a part of TOPS in Liberty, MO, and attended North Cross United Methodist Church in Kansas City.
John is preceded in death by his parents, Gladys and John Ralph Massie.
John is survived by his 3 children, Cheryl Massie (MO), Dean Massie (MO), Cindy (Bill) Kirkpatrick (MN); his 3 siblings Patricia Santoro (NY), Robert Massie (FL), and Louise Massie (CT); cousins, Marlene Vermillion (CT) and Barbara Woodland (NY); plus many nieces and nephews that he enjoyed visiting in New York & Connecticut.
In lieu of flowers, please send cards to family members. Addresses can be obtained by asking his children.
“Thank you to all family and friends who have supported us through this difficult time!”
Military Honors for John will be held Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 12:30 PM; Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Munchie Rd, Leavenworth, KS 66048.
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