John was born at home in Brimfield, Ohio on December 3, 1940 to parents Steve and Anna (Homa) Serva. He attended Brimfield schools and enjoyed a long career as an operating engineer for Don Wartko Construction, retiring in 2002 after 35 years. John also enjoyed his long-standing association with the Operating Engineers Local #18.
John was an extremely hard worker and enjoyed woodworking in his home shop. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. Camping was his absolute passion, along with his beloved dogs Buster, Casey and Rocky. His loving family always came first and he adored his grandchildren.
John is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy J. (Veppert) Serva, and his children: Jeff Serva, Tracy Linton and Kristy (Gary) Huhn. He also leaves his beloved grandchildren James (Virginia) Serva, Joshua Serva, Kayla Kern, Cody Linton, Garrett Linton, Travis Linton, Gary Huhn III, Brooke (Marcus) Gillis and 12 great-grandchildren.
John was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Stephen Serva and his sister Betty (Serva) Saffels.
Graveside funeral services, officiated by Pastor Todd Tackett, will be held at 11am on Monday, September 19, 2022 at Restland Cemetery in Brimfield.
John’s family would like to express their sincere appreciation and gratitude to Adoration Home Health & Hospice for their excellent care and compassion given to John and the family.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com
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