John Andrew Earp
July 02, 2019
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John Earp passed away of natural causes at his home.
John was born on January 9, 1963, the youngest son of Harold and Nancy Earp.
He graduated from Valley High School in West Des Moines and was a lifelong resident of Des Moines.
John enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and his favorite team – the Chicago Bears.
John enlisted in the Army and was very proud to have served his country.
He loved and was loved by his family, but his biggest source of pride and joy was his daughter Amanda.
He is survived by his daughter Amanda Earp–McGinnis (Nick) of Des Moines, his brothers, Dan Earp (Pam) of Des Moines, Ron Earp of Portland, OR, Steve Earp (Cindy) of Shelbourne Falls, MA and his sister Paula Earp-Irinaga (Matt) of Fairbanks, AK.
He was preceded in death by his parents Harold and Nancy.
John will be interred at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery, Van Meter, Iowa on Thursday, August 1 at 2PM followed by a celebration of life to be held at Team 36 Restaurant in Mitchellville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
Torres
08/01/2019
Im very sorry for your loss. We can find comfort in the Bible at
Revelation 21:4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.
Cec Ehrecke
07/25/2019
Working with John, I remember him as a kind soul who was always willing to help. May God bless his family during this difficult time.
Todd Reese
07/25/2019
A piece of my soul was torn out when I got the news about John.
I have known John since grade school He and I were best friend all through Junior High and High school. After High School John and I rented a home together on the North side of Des Moines during the summer of 82. John was with me the day I met my wife. He and I had a long deep conversation that next night and convince me to pursue a relationship with this girl I met. 37 years later we are still married. There are so many stories I could tell about John. He was so fun to be with. He always had a kind word. And his happy go lucky attitude was infectious. Every time we would talk he would get me up to speed on the love of his life Amanda his daughter. He was always proud of her unconditionally.
Elaine Miles
07/17/2019
As sweet as he was handsome - I'll always treasure my memories of John and how kind he was to everyone, with a smile for all.
Philip hedges
07/17/2019
John and i used to catch crawdads at resthaven cemetery in grade school with raw bacon a string and a saftey pin. The swans jack and jill chased us off a few times
Great memories! Rip my friend.
Paula Earp
07/12/2019
Thank you for your kind words Mary. Johns smile is what will linger in my minds eye forever! He was a pure soul and a true friend. I will miss him so much!
Mary L Day Stephenson
07/03/2019
Dear John , So sad to hear about your passing. I Know you are in the loving arms of your Mom & Dad!!! Hi Aunt Nancy. One thing I will remember about you, Is your Big John Earp smile. Say Hi to Uncle Pat. You are at peace. It was always the three musketeers, Matt , Marty , John & Kerry! I know thats four. Hugs