John Robert Peeler

John was born in Des Arc Arkansas on August 29, 1950 to parents John was born to Nellie Frances Tucker Peeler Hollingsworth and Sergeant Ernest Woodrow Peeler. He was the middle child of five children. John graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and received a Bachelor's degree in Math with a minor in philosophy. He also received a Master's degree in Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. John was married to Tammy Lea McFadden on November 25, 2006 in Las Vegas, Nevada. John worked and had a career in manufacturing engineering for the Government, Lear Fan, McDonald Douglas and Boeing. He had a passion for recreational outdoor activities.

John is preceded in death by parents Nellie Frances Tucker Peeler Hollingsworth (passed away 2010) and Sergeant Ernest Woodrow Peeler (passed away 1958), brothers; Thomas Little Peeler, Hassle Woodrow Peeler and Ernest Peeler.

He is survived by spouse Tammy Lea McFadden,sons; Forrest Jonathan Waite and Kelby Jon Peeler, step-daughter; Hayley Alexandra McDonald, grandchild; Amelia Waite and sister; Martha Jane McQuade(Marnie Byrum).

John had many friends and cohorts over the years during his manufacturing engineering career who were still a part of his life. He loved animals and reminisced of his past pets and was very close to his two dogs; Max and Gracie. John had many accomplishments throughout his life; family, friends and career. John Peeler's name and his achievements in manufacturing engineering will not be forgotten and his legacy is and always will be remembered throughout history.

A celebration of life for John will be held Friday, April 18, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 6747 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206.