John Charles Freshley, 78, of Chardon, Ohio passed away on April 4, 2023. He is survived by his wife Barbara, daughters Lisa Kiernan (Robert) and Christina French (Michael), sister Glenda Freshley, and sister-in-law Kay Gilbert-Gillen. He is survived by many loving friends and family. John graduated from West Geauga High School and Case Western University. He owned and operated his own plumbing business. He loved music, gardening, nature, travel and serving his church. A celebration of life will be Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 11AM at Community Church of Chesterland. In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made to Community Church of Chesterland or Heifer International. Arrangements entrusted to Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home, Chesterland, Ohio.