John G. Coolidge 86, of Grain Valley, MO passed away Saturday, October 21, 2017. He was born in Greensburg, KS on October 29, 1930, the son of Edwin and Jesse Bell (Cowan) Coolidge.
He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Peal Affolter Coolidge; sons, Rick Coolidge (Brenda), Mike Coolidge (Karen); step-sons, Larry Affolter (Nancy), Dennis Affolter (Patti), Jimmy Affolter (Malinda); 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren.
John was united in marriage to Evelyn Affolter on April 28, 1989 in Blue Springs, MO. He retired from Ryerson Steel Co. after working 42 years. John was a member of Good Shepherd Christian Church in Blue Springs, MO.
The family will receive friends from 2-3:00 p.m., Sunday, October 29, 2017 at the Good Shepherd Christian Church, 111 S.W. Woods Chapel Rd, Blue Springs, MO. Memorial service will follow starting at 3:00 p.m., at the church. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Good Shepherd Christian Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs. Memories of John and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
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Dearest Evelyn,
We were very saddened to hear of John’s passing. We are praying for you and wish we could be there.
John was always so kind to us both…we loved getting together with you two, Donna and John, and Orlene, and occasionally my brother Dave. God bless you with peace and comfort.
Gracka and Kathy