John "JT" Feichtner, age 79, of Willard, Ohio, passed away Friday, March 19, 2021 at St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio. He was born on February 22, 1942 in Willard to the late George Ray and Verna (Lebold) Feichtner.
He graduated from Willard High School in 1960 and attended agricultural classes at The Ohio State University. He went on to serve in the Marines and was active in the local reserves. JT was a 3rd generation farmer of Feichtner Farms. He was a member of the Huron County Soil and Water, Huron County Cattleman's Association and was a Superintendent at the Huron County Fair. He enjoyed raising and showing cattle, taking trips out west looking for cattle and most of all, he enjoyed watching his grandkids events.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Donna (Chaffee) Feichtner, whom he married on April 23, 1966; and four children, Heath (Joey) Feichtner, Kim (Brian) Hanlon, Brian (Jaclyn) Feichtner and Margo Feichtner. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Lane, Owen, Faith, Nash, Aubrey "Audrey" and Levi; sister, Dessie Schifer; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Deb (Rick) Berry.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by a grandchild, Oliver Feichtner; a brother-in-law, Kenny Schifer; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Mildred and Ted Kearney; and brother-in-law, Ted Kearney.
Visitation will be on Monday, March 22, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Secor Funeral Home in Willard, where the funeral service will be on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Deb Berry officiating. Burial will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the John Feichtner-Huron County Ag Society. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Tom Chaffee - Jun 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Robert (Butch) Thompson & Pat Thompson - Apr 22, 2021
So sorry to hear of John's passing. We have been friends since high school and he will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Judy king - Apr 2, 2021
Donna I was so sorry to about your husbands passing! My prayers are with you & your family.
Dave and Bernie Wyandt - Mar 28, 2021
We will miss John measurably. We shared many years of good times and memories. Our condolences and blessings to the family.
Monica Sieja-Pastoral Asst. St. Francis Xavier - Mar 28, 2021
To the Heath, Joey, kids and Feichtner family, I'm very sorry for the passing of your loved one. May the perpetual light shine upon him and grant him eternal peace with the Lord. I will keep your family in my prayers of comfort and peace. God bless you all.
Mark Painter - Mar 25, 2021
Prayers to the entire Feichtner family. John will be missed. I always enjoyed talking to him when I came down. God Bless.
Pat and Larry Coy - Mar 24, 2021
We are so saddened to hear of JOHN'S passing. Happy to have been able to share a lunch space at Cattleman's table at last year's fair. Lot of good memories of John and family. Barry had a lot of respect for him, Prayers to you
Gayle and Linda Gahr - Mar 24, 2021
Dear Donna and family, Our most sincere condolence at this difficult time.
Sharon DeMaria - Mar 24, 2021
Was so so sorry to hear about John. Please call me when you need me or we can just chat. My deepest sympathy. Sharon Lebold DeMaria
Garry and Laurie Kaple - Mar 24, 2021
We are so very sorry to hear about John. We enjoyed talking to him at the fairs while he was there showing his support of his family. You have our deepest sympathy.
Jody Kashian (Heyman) - Mar 23, 2021
Donna and family, I was so sad to hear about John's passing. He was such a good man and a good friend to my dad Chase. He had a huge heart and great sense of humor that will be missed. The world won't be the same without him. Prayers and love to all. Jody Kashian (Heyman)
Linda & Skipper Williams - Mar 23, 2021
May your memories give you peace and comfort . We all loved Uncle John and he will be missed but never forgotten. Thankful for the trips he got to make to Louisiana to share special times with all of us . We love all of you ! Linda, Skipper, Tyler, Brianne, Emory, Landry,& Gentry ; Hannah, Justin, Harper, Case & Hadley .
Linda & Skipper Williams - Mar 23, 2021
May your memories give you peace and comfort . We all loved Uncle John and he will be missed but never forgotten. Thankful for the trips he got to make to Louisiana to share special times with all of us . We love all of you ! Linda, Skipper, Tyler, Brianne, Emory, Landry,& Gentry ; Hannah, Justin, Harper, Case & Hadley .
Kevin, Jennifer, Timothy, and Kate Harpham - Mar 23, 2021
We’re so sorry to hear that John passed. I remember so many good times on the farm. You are all like family. Our deepest condolences.
Gloria Vance Branom - Mar 22, 2021
Sorry to hear of Johnnie’s passing. He was a member of Grange with us & a farmer friend of the Vance family! Prayers for the family.
Amy Davis - Mar 22, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Feitchtner's loss. I know he will be missed by all of his family and I am praying the Lord carries you all through this difficult time.
Numan Mujeeb - Mar 22, 2021
Feichter Family I'm new to Ohio; I only met Farmer John a few months ago. He showed me how to operate the Combine machine. The video is on my Facebook page. Awesome human being!!!! RIP Farmer John aka JT
bill lewis - Mar 22, 2021
John always did more than his share and was a great guy to be around,and will be misted by many. Bill Lewis
Chandos Gose Norwalk Ohio - Mar 22, 2021
Sorry to hear of Johns passing .He was a very close friend of mine for many years. I knew John whenwe used to run around at the pullman lanes in Willard. He was a great person and will be terribly missed.
Chandos Gose. - Mar 22, 2021
Sorry to hear of Johns passing
Corey Barnett - Mar 22, 2021
Dear Feichtners, So sorry for your loss. John was a giant who's legacy in the community will continue and lives on in all of you. Thinking of you and yours in your time of need.
Hal Newhouse - Mar 22, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. Prayers for Donna and family in this trying time.
Sarah Schifer Kimmel - Mar 22, 2021
So sorry to hear that Uncle John had passed. I always enjoyed talking to him. Sending prayers and thoughts of the whole family.
Sandy Motolik - Mar 22, 2021
Donna and family.. I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I always enjoyed waiting on him at Farm Service and seeing you guys at the fair. He was a great guy. I won't be able to make his service as I can't drive due to a broken neck from a car accident. Please know that I am sending prayers, hugs and Love. Rest in Peace John. Sandy Motolik
Ruby Greer - Mar 22, 2021
Dear Feichtner Family, So sorry for your loss. John will be missed durning the fair by MANY people. He enjoyed sitting and talking farming. It was always fun to talk to John. Keeping you in my Prayers.
Ed & Debbie Kanney - Mar 21, 2021
So sorry to hear John's passing. Prayers for the family.
Debbie Indoe - Mar 21, 2021
I'm so terribly sorry to hear of your loss John and Heath were so amazing and helpful to my kids showing cattle!! We totally enjoyed going to Louisville.. Memories that will forever be kept!! Our hearts are sad ...what a great guy... Hugs to you all...Debbie
Charles and Nancy Kauffman - Mar 21, 2021
We will miss visiting with John at class reunions. So sorry to learn this news.
Deborah (Cofer) Cowles - Mar 21, 2021
Donna – I know how close my mother, Jeane, was to both you and John. Mom joins me in beseeching God to be with you and your family to provide solace and strength during this time of grief over John’s passing, as well as a celebration of his life.
Susie Kimble Smith - Mar 21, 2021
My deepest condolences Donna , Heath, Brian , Kim, & Margo. John was so full of Life & he loved you all so much!
Marsha Ganni - Mar 21, 2021
Heath, Joey and family, Sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Russ Street - Mar 20, 2021
Had many good “visits “ with John over the past 42 years. Whenever the families got together, for whatever occasion, just about always had time for a good visit. Always sought him out at the Huron County Fair. You will be missed in these quarters. Rest In Peace my friend.
Jodie knight - Mar 20, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Bob and Kathy Sautter - Mar 20, 2021
So sorry to hear of John's passing. Our sympathies to the family.
Ruth S Swander - Mar 20, 2021
John was just one year older than me. Road the bus every day and enjoyed over the years talking with him. Worked well with John at the HC fair. Praying for the family.
Janet Dawson - Mar 20, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for everyone. 🙏🙏
