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John W. Felmet

10/11/1924 - 12/24/2014

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Obituary For John W. Felmet

John William Felmet, 90, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away peacefully, in the company of

his loving family, Wednesday, December 24, 2014, at Lifeline Hospital in Wintersville.

John was born in Durant, Oklahoma on October 11, 1924 and was the only child of the late Rubye (Yeats) and John Felmet, Sr. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of nearly 62 years, Patsy

Speakman Felmet. He was the father of four surviving children, Bryan (Kim) Felmet of Steubenville, Lynne (Frank) Talleda of Miami, Florida, J. David (Rose) Felmet of Dayton, Ohio and Grant Felmet of Cleveland, Ohio, and was the adoring grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

John was an Army veteran who served in World War II as a Military Policeman in Panama and other venues. He graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering and was the Asst. Director of Metallurgy Quality Control for Wheeling Steel (later Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel). He was a huge fan of all things Ohio State and the Pittsburgh teams. An avid golfer, he was a member of the West End Gang at Cadiz Country Club and an expert at playing dominoes. John, a 60 plus year Mason, belonged to Pilgrim Lodge 691 and the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Steubenville,

Friends may call at the Dunlope – Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, on Tuesday from 10:00 am until the time of funeral service at 12 p.m., with Rev. Dr. Philip Makari officiating. A Masonic Service will be presented at 11:45. Burial will be at Union Cemetery where military honors will be performed. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to American Diabetes Association.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Bob Becker

    Bryan, Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss of your dad. It is very hard to let go.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dave Henderson

    Brian, I am so sorry to read of your dad's passing. I am glad you had so many good times with him. It is not easy at this time and I am sorry that I won't be able to stop in on Tuesday morning, but I will be thinking of you. Dave

  • 09/03/2024

    Burke sullivan

    So sorry for your loss we all had so many nice times together. May the Lord give you his comfort and Peace at this time. Our Love. The Sullivan Family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Debbie Kidder

    My deepest condolences to the Felmet Family, and All who loved this beloved man.

  • 09/03/2024

    June Ruff Leasure

    I was sorry to read of your dad's passing so soon after your mother's death. I know how hard that is. Please know that I will be lifting you to the Lord. Please remember to praise Him for the love and memories. He will be there in your midst.June Leasure

  • 09/03/2024

    Tony Macre

    A very special man that I had the privilege of knowing, many hours on the golf course together over the years. A wonderful person who brought happiness to life.

  • 09/03/2024

    Fred and Marijo Young

    Lynne, Brian, David and Grant...so sorry for all of you. The lose of you dad so close to your mom has got to be hard on all of you. Everyone of you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry that we couldn't make it to the funeral home but we have issues with my mom today. Please remember that we are thinking of you while the day goes on. If there is anything you need, please let us know. ESP. for you Lynne, it's tuff when you are so far away. Love Marijo and Fred

  • 09/03/2024

    Mary Ann Wehr Chorpenning

    Dear Bryan, Lynn, David and Grant, I was so sorry to learn that John had passed away. He was a good guy, and will be missed. Remember our get-togethers at Sportman's Park every Sunday while the men played golf? Those were fun times.Please know you have our deepest sympathy, and that we are thinking of you.Love, Mary Ann

  • 09/03/2024

    Kristell Fletcher and family

    Brian and Kim Felmet, I am very sorry for your loss, we will be praying for your family,"Weeping may endure for a night (or more smile) but joy will come in the morning.Keep all the wonderful memories of your father and mother, that is what keeps them alive from genration to generation telling their story, you were Blessed by God to have loving parents, and that love is eternal.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ray Kobily

    Bryan a great guy and funny whit will be missed enjoyed the time with him accept my condolence and prayers

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