John E. Temple
Age 72, passed away August 27, 2018. He was born November 21, 1945, in Ashland, WI, to the late John “Jack” and Bernice Temple.
John grew up in Crystal Falls and was a 1964 graduate of Forest Park High School. John’s parents were teachers in the Forest Park schools. In 1969, John graduated from MSU, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree. He served as a past president of the Missing Children’s Network of Michigan. John owned and operated The MSU Bootery, along with his wife, Tonnie. He then managed the shoe department at Younkers in the Lansing Mall. After retirement, he was a ticket taker for the Lansing Lugnuts. For their 25th wedding anniversary, John and Tonnie took their children on a wonderful trip to Australia, New Zealand, Tahiti, and Fiji.
John is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Tonnie Temple; children, Tonnie (Andy) Creath and Sean Temple; grandchildren, Callie, Alexa, and Colton Creath; sister, Nancy Frisch; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Temple, sister Joanne Williams, uncles Hugh and Bob Temple, aunt Betty Reiber, brothers-in-law Lowell Frisch, and Terry and Tim Kissee, and mother and father-in-law Billie and George Cooper.
Per John’s wishes, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.
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Suzy Westmoreland
August 30, 2018 at 9:09 amDear Tonnie and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Suzy (Reynolds) Westmoreland
(C. Sue Kissee’s niece)
Rosie
September 5, 2018 at 10:57 amSo saddened to hear of your loss Tonnie and family. John was a great guy and he was well-loved by his classmates in Crystal Falls. Love and prayers to you all.
Ed Sandri
September 7, 2018 at 9:10 pmEven though it’s been many years since I’ve seen or talked to Johnny, I’m saddened to hear of his death. I knew John and his family in Crystal Falls the little town in the UP where we grew up. His father was very giving basketball coach and teacher and one of his sisters was in my graduating class. I regret having lost track of them over time and not having the opportunity to talk with them. I appreciate having his father as a coach and knowing the family. RIP Johnny.
Bill Duncan
September 14, 2018 at 3:34 pmVery saddened to learn of John passing. We shared many times together growing up together in Crystal Falls from kindergarten through our days at Michigan State. Cub Scouts, Little League and High School Baseball, Camp Batawagama camp outs and JV – Varsity basketball. I always admired John and his selflessness in taking care of our friend Howie Tonkin during Howie’s recovery from the removal of a brain tumor. John watched over and assisted Howie for a number of years prior to Howards death. His tireless efforts to promote and bring attention to the growing number of missing children over the years is a testament to his dedication of locating these missing children and love of his son Christopher. Perhaps now, John will find the answers to his many questions and be at peace. Rest in peace John, may the grace of our Lord be with you now and forever. My most sincere condolences to Tonnie and Johns’ family.