Died Tuesday July 14 at Fremont Health Medical Center
John was born November 8, 1964 in Fremont to Harry and Sally 'Barron' Mohr. He was raised in Scribner and graduated from Scribner High School in 1983. He was in the United States Navy from 1983-1987, serving many locations throughout the world. After his time in the Navy he returned to Scribner. John worked as a Maintenance Electrician for D&L from 1988 to 1995 and Smeal Fire Apparatus from 1995 to 2000. He then found his true passion working on boats as a Marine Mechanic working for Woodcliff Marine and then finally at Valley Marine. He married Patty Mahowald on November 7, 1992. They resided south of Scribner but spent most of their spare time at their cabin they built in Decatur on the Missouri river.
Survivors:
Wife Patty of Scribner
Stepson Chris (friend Nicole) Weber of New Market, MN
Mother Sally Mohr of Scribner
Brothers Jeff (Lola) Mohr of Omaha; Perry (Shari) Mohr of Hooper
Sister Jill Mohr of Fremont
Father-in-law- Nicholas 'Bud' Mahowald of Lakeville, MN
Mother-in-law Shirley Mahowald of Lakeville, MN
Sisters-in-law Terry Sutter of Lakeville, MN; Joni (Danny) Anderson of Lakeville, MN
Brothers-in-law Mike Mahowald of Florida; Nic Mahowald of Albany, MN; Jeff (fiancé Carol) Mahowald of Prior Lake, MN
Best buddy Dexter
Many nieces and nephews
John was preceded in death by his father, Harry and niece Angie; brother-in-law Rob and sister-in-law Amy.
Visitation will be Friday with family present from 4pm to 8pm at Ludvigsen's Scribner Funeral Chapel in Scribner. Graveside service will be held 10:30am Saturday at the Scribner Cemetery with full military honors by the American Legion Post 121 of Scribner; luncheon to follow.
Online guestbook at www.hooper-scribner.com
Condolences(12)
Don & Jean Gerhard
Woodcliff, NE Saturday, July 18, 2015 Patty,So sorry for your loss. I will miss the funny messages John always left on my boat repair tag every time I had it in. He left a big hole in a lot of lives with his skill and his humor. God help you through this pain.
Don & Jean Gerhard
Jackie Johnson
Fremont, NE Friday, July 17, 2015 Jill you have our most heartfelt sympathy at this time we know how important family is to you and how much you loved your brother. May the memories you have of all the wonderful times spent to-gather help you thru this . Prayers for peace for all the rest of the family too.Art & Jackie
Chip & Cathy Wical
Columbus, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 It was just a few days ago that we spent time with John and Patty boating on the "Mighty Mo". There is so much that we would love to say but are at a loss for the words. We have been fortunate to have such great friends. Our hearts are broken and we share your grief. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Patty and her family. John will be missed by all who knew him but never forgotten. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. All our Love to you Patty......Cathy Cerny
Fremont, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 Jill, I am so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.With Sympathy,
Cathy Cerny
Dana & Dean Carlson
, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 We were truly blessed and welcomed by great neighbors on each side at the river. John was one of the rare breed of great guys. Patty, there are no words to express how sad we are for your loss. Just know our heart hurts for yours.Sharon Brandt
Hooper, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 There are no words that can truly ease the pain of a sudden loss like this, but if caring thoughts can help,theyare with you there right now. With Heartfelt Sympathy.
Sharon Brandt
Dianne Yablonski
Papillion, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 Very saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a good man, husband, father and friend. He will be missed by many. My heart goes out to Patty, Chris and all of the family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all during this difficult time. RIP John.Tracy and Wendy Reeves
Council Bluffs, IA Thursday, July 16, 2015 John was a wonderful person who would help anyone with anything, anytime. We have some great memories of time spent with John and Patty at our cabins and on the water. Our hearts go out to Patty and the family. He will truly be missed by all.Julie Rican
Grand Island, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 John will truly be missed, he was a great friend. He will be missed.Jim and Lonita Webster
Decatur, NE Wednesday, July 15, 2015 We are blessed to be John and Patty'sneighbors at their river cabin. John was a
truly GOOD man who was kind and loving
to all ! He will be missed by many !! Our
heart is with you Patty and all of John's
family ! Lonita and Jim Webster
Jeff Mohr
Omaha, NE Wednesday, July 15, 2015 He was my little brother and I am devastated.Jeff Metschke
Omaha, NE Wednesday, July 15, 2015 I am very saddened to hear of John's passing. He was truly a wonderful person and will be missed by the many people that knew him.