John A. Bax

John was born on September 3, 1940 in Springfield, the son of Nicholas and Grace Tesone Bax. He married Carole Franklin on November 30, 1963 in Springfield.

John was a 1957 graduate of Cathedral Boys High School. He served his country in the United States Navy as a Seabee in the 122nd Battalion. He worked for the United States Postal Service for over 30 years, retiring in 2007. John enjoyed gardening, fantasy football, spoiling his grandchildren, and was a lover of animals.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Rosalena “Rosie” Ray and Esther Gentry.

He is survived by his wife, Carole Bax of Springfield; two sons, Jeff (wife, Chrissi) Bax of Springfield and Chris (wife, Tina) Bax of Rochester; one daughter, Tracey (husband, Mike) Chambers of Athens; seven grandchildren, Nick, Cassie, Baylee and Zac Bax and Kaleb, Delayne, and Macey Chambers; one sister, Lucille Metz of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews.

Cremation will be provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies.

Memorial Gathering and Funeral Mass: Family will receive friends from 8:30 until 9:15 a.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021 at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 2000 East Sangamon Avenue, Springfield. A Funeral Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. with Rev. Clinton Honkomp, O.P., celebrant. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Due to COVID restrictions there will be limited capacity.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Aloysius Church and School, 2125 N. 21st St., Springfield, IL 62702.

The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home—Springfield, 900 S. Sixth St., Springfield.