John H. McPherson, Jr.
December 23, 2022
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John Herman McPherson, Jr., 75, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 23, 2022.
John was born July 21, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa to John Sr. and Shirley McPherson. He was a proud Army Veteran. He worked for Hiland Potato Chip, PAR Manufacturing, The Woodsmith Store, and most recently the Ace Hardware on Hickman Road.
His greatest joy in life was his family and he loved spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing golf and boating on his boat the “Sharon Kay”. He was a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 490. He also enjoyed camping and car rides.
He is survived by his sons, Michael McPherson and Matthew (Elizabeth) McPherson; grandchildren, Austin (Marissa) McPherson, Mykale McPherson, and Claudia Harlan; great-grandchildren, Buster, Harper, and Taytum McPherson; honorary daughter, Amy Walker; honorary grandchildren, Noah Walker and Alexa Walker; and a host of other family and friends.
John was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sharon Kay “Sheri”; and his beloved dog, Buddy.
Graveside service with military honors will take place at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Iowa Veterans Cemetery, 34024 Veterans Memorial Drive, Adel.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Lois Poore
12/29/2022
You have my sympathy Mike, Matt and Elizabeth. I hope the good memories of your times together will help ease the pain.
Heather Malek
12/29/2022
John was my Dad's best friend (Larry). I am saddened to know he is gone and there will be no more laughs or stories shared between friends. They shared a life long friendship full of memories. John lived life to the fullest and was always there for his family. He will be missed by many. John, I will take care of dad until he gets to see you again. Mike and Matt my thoughts are with you as you work through your dad's passing.
Elizabeth Cyrus
12/29/2022
I can't believe it still. You were here one day & now you're not. It was so unexpected & sudden. Our hearts have broken into a million pieces. But we take comfort in knowing you're with mom & Buddy now. You would be so proud of Matt. You taught him well on how to be strong. You were such a good dad. You treated me & excepted as your own when my own father wouldn't & that means more to me then you will ever know. I know you don't want us to be sad but it's hard right now. We have so many great awesome memories of you that will forever live in our hearts. You will forever live in our hearts. We love you so much pop.
Richard Maynard
12/29/2022
John was my cousin. I have great memories of time spent with John, Aunt Shirley, and Uncle John.
Kari Seivert
12/28/2022
He sure loved you kids. You brought him great joy. Sorry for your loss.