John J. Lind of Appleton WI, passed away in his home on October 4, 2018 in Fairfax, VA at the age of 94. He is survived by his by his brother Walter “Pete” Lind of Appleton, WI and his son Joel J. Lind of Alexandria VA.
John was a USN veteran of WWII and the Korean War, where he earned several medals, including a Purple Heart and a Silver Star. He retired CWO3 Lind from the USN in 1963. After his military service he worked for the Arlington County Government, specifically the water distribution department, until 1985.
He was a self-taught draftsman and engineer, who repaired televisions and stereos in his spare time. In his golden years he functioned as the neighborhood factotum. He was kind to all animals, and loved dogs particular, especially his Carin Terrier, Annie. He was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan.
John’s devoted wife of 63 years Marie Elizabeth passed away in 2011. He will join her at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
A short celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, October 17th at 1 pm, at Demaine Funeral Home, 10565 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030.
