He married Lydia Ann Thompson Townzen on October 18th, 1941. They celebrated 70 years of marriage. John loved spending time with his dog, Sissy.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Ann of the home; two daughters Zelma and husband Larry, Nancy and husband Mike; daughter-in-law Carolyn Townzen; and sister-in-law Reta Townzen; 6 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
John is preceded in death by brother Clarence, 3 sisters, Margie, Ruth and Naomi, son David Townzen and one great grandson Derek Rhoades.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 8th at 11:00 am in Callison Lough Funeral Home Chapel, Bentonville. Burial will follow at Bentonville City Cemetery . A visitation will be Monday, May 7th from 6 until 8 pm.
Memorials can be made to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Rd , Springdale , AR. 72762.
Online condolences can be made at www.callisonlough.com.
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