John James Inele's Obituary
John James Inele, 90 years, 5 months, and 27 days, transitioned from this life on June 14th, 2015 at Bickford Cottage in West Des Moines.
John was born December 19, 1924 to Michael and Frances Inele (Dymczenski) in Kenosha. On August 20, 1949 John was joined in marriage to Dorothy Duratny. This union was blessed with one child, Nancy.
John enlisted with the US army on February 1, 1946. He served a tour of duty in Germany and Eastern Europe for two years, eleven months, and seven days, and he was honorably discharged. During his working years, John was proud that he had three jobs working as a laborer for the Simmons Corporation, as a cement layer for Jim Carlson, and as a fire fighter for the City of Kenosha. He was active in the labor union and served the fire department for thirty two years, retiring with the rank of Captain. He also spent the later years of his career as an arson investigator for the Fire Prevention Bureau.
In retirement, John was an avid fisherman, golfer, and woodworker, but he especially enjoyed his family. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his daughter, Dr. Nancy (Lauren) Hammond; grandchildren Leah (Eric) Thies, Ryan Hammond, Spencer Hammond, Justin (Michelle) Lange, Ben (Sheree) Lange, James (Nicole) Lange; great grandchildren Ashley Thies, Charolette and Camden Lange, Oliver, Quinn, and Jack Lange; nieces and nephews Maryann Leuker, Jim (Gil Gonzalez) Leuker, Kathy (Mike) Anderson, Janet (Joe) Orth, and Tom (Lisa) Leuker; sister Francis Schmitt, and many other extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, parents Michael and Frances, brother Michael, and granddaughter Ashley Inele.
John and his family would like to thank Heidi, Elizabeth, and all of the wonderful staff at Bickford Cottage, Dr. Phil Bear, Dr. Sue Olmstead, and the staff of Suncrest Hospice for their loving and compassionate care throughout his life.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 AM, Thursday, June 18, 2015 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Centerville, Iowa with Father Bill Hubmann officiating. A visitation will take place on Thursday at the Church one hour prior to service time. A graveside service will take place at 10 AM, Saturday, June 20th at the St. James Cemetery in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Memorials have been established to either the Animal Rescue League of Des Moines, the Wounded Warrior Foundation, or to the St. Jude's Catholic Men's Club and may be mailed to Lange Funeral Home and Crematory, 1900 S. 18th St., Centerville, Iowa, 52544. Condolences may be shared online at www.langefh.com.
Visitation
June 18, 2015 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
St.Mary's Catholic Church 838 S. 18th St. Centerville, IA (641) 437-1984
Mass of Christian Burial
June 18, 2015 10:00 AM
St.Mary's Catholic Church 838 S. 18th St. Centerville, IA (641) 437-1984
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