John K. Guffy Jr.

August 19, 2017

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John K. Guffy Jr. 87, of rural Kirklin, died at 6:45 a.m. August 19, 2017 at I.U. Health Frankfort Hospital.  Born November 9, 1929 in Frankfort, Ind., to John O. Guffy Sr., and Lena L. (King) Guffy. He married Marian Delores Lee on June 5, 1949 and she survives.  John was a 1947 graduate of Kirklin High School.  He was a lifelong resident and farmer in Clinton County, IN, a member of the Michigantown United Methodist Church, Clinton County Antique Tractor Club, Clinton County Diners Club, Clinton County Amateur Radio Club where he was a Volunteer Examiner (AARL Testing) for the Ham Radio.  John enjoyed playing the guitar, Chet Atkins music, and especially restoring his 1939 & 1947 Farmall H Tractors.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Tuesday August 22, 2017 and one hour prior to the service at 11 a.m. Wednesday August 23, 2017 at Goodwin Funeral Home (200 S. Main St.), Frankfort, IN. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, Kirklin, IN. Memorial donations may be made to the Michigantown United Methodist Church or the American Heart Association.

Survived by:

Wife: Marian D. Guffy of rural Kirklin, 2 Sons: Michael J. (Renee) Guffy of Flora, and David L. (Chris) Guffy of Michigantown, 2 Daughters: Janis L. Harshbarger of Kirklin, and Sharon S. (Anil) Kollipara of Northville, Michigan, 11 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren.

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In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son-in-law-William Harshbarger (2011)

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8 Condolences for “John K. Guffy Jr.”

  1. June Davis August 20, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    So sorry for your liss. God bless you and your family.

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  2. Lee and Regina Sorrells August 20, 2017 at 5:52 pm

    Mike sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Lee and Regina

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  3. Jeffrey Stricker August 21, 2017 at 3:59 am

    God bless you, John, my good friend. I will miss your great outlook on life and talking to you on the radio nearly daily for the past 20 years. I will miss you always. Jeff W9GY

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  4. Jan McGill August 21, 2017 at 8:47 am

    To the Guffy family – I am so sorry to hear about John’s passing. We got to be good buddies at cardiac rehab, and his being there made the work far more enjoyable. He was truly a fine gentleman, and I know I’ll really miss running into him on our various shopping trips! With lots of warm memories – Jan McGill

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  5. Monica Thomas August 21, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    Dear Mile, Renee, and family,
    We are so sorry to hear of the death of your precious dad and granddad. It is wonderful that you were blessed with so many years and memories together. May our dear Lord hold and comfort you in His tender loving arms and give you His peace that is beyond all understanding.
    Love and prayers,
    Monica and Patrick Thomas

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  6. Margaret Sheets August 22, 2017 at 8:10 am

    Dear Guffy Family,
    I did not know your father but I know he was an exceptional man because his children are some of the finest human beings that I know. What a marvelous legacy! There will be many memories to be shared and new traditions to begin. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  7. Cathy Rule August 22, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    Dave and Chris, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. We’re in Canada fishing. Other wise we’d come to the calling. Mike and Cathy

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  8. Linda Gibson Benge August 23, 2017 at 9:59 pm

    God Bless you, Chris….I am sorry to read this. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, prayers and hugs, always..

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