John Oberlohr passed to his heavenly home on Sunday, December 21st, 2025 . Beloved father of Suzanne Ballard, Cynthia Crawford (Mike Turnbough) and the late Vincent (survived by Debbie) Oberlohr. Dear grandfather of Sarah (Rich), Kevin, Heather, Kayla (Luke), Christopher (Hannah), Ryan (Katie), Al, Nick (Wendy), Jacob and the late Mark (survived by Chelsea). Dear son of the late Adolph and Rosella Oberlohr. Dear brother of the late Janet McClenahan. Our dear great grandfather, uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend.
John was the former owner of St. Louis Crane Rental and a member of Union Local #513, Fenton Optimist Club and a 54 year member of AA. A long time, faithful member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. John proudly served his country in the United States Army.
Memorial visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Friday, January 9, 9:00 am until memorial service at 11:30 am. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Fenton Optimist Club appreciated.
So sorry John passed away. He was a sweet man that loved his family. Rest in peace John.
This world has lost an amazing man, he was a man as common a man to see! But he was a very special man.He was an Angel sent by the Lord. When John reached for your hand and you touched his hand , He Touched Your Heart! There are Angels amongst us, They complete their assignment from birth and they return home to their Heavenly Father . Our family will miss you John, but we are very grateful to have known your love for all of us. And we hope you knew the love and pride we had for you as our family. You Will be Missed, but Never Forgotten.
All Our Love Forever,
Bob, Di, Laura,Brenda,Bob II , Jeffrey,Christina,Sabrina,Theresa Christman
Johnny O, I miss you my friend. I will always remember our monthly lunches with Joe and Pastor Mike. And then there were our Sunday drives to and from St Luke’s when we laughed and laughed. And when Maggie joined us on that drive, well, it got even crazier! I am truly grateful for you sharing part of your 50 plus years of sobriety with me
Johnny O, Johnny O
How we all love you so!
You were allowed to live on this earth for a while
Touching hearts, spirits and souls simply with your smile
Johnny, you spritzed our hearts with great joy.
Sometimes chuckling like a silly little boy.
Your kindness shined in colors so bright.
Your journey home begins, on this December night.
The light in your eyes has been captured in our souls
Fondly reminiscing treasured days of old
You enjoyed playing darts and calling friends, “Bro”
Your spirit carried within us, wherever we go.
We miss you Johnny, even your glasses.
Car riding memories as we laughed off our asses!
Be it rants from the rear or odd shaped balloons
Teasing you at drop offs, when all the ladies would swoon.
I can’t say I blame you for exiting the planet.
But you’re flopping this holiday season, Dagnabbit.
A tender spirit and a really good man
He wasn’t ours to keep. That’s just not “the plan”
Bless you for sharing your heart in such a fun way. Johnny O is smiling and saying… “jimmeny Christmas …. thank you bro. “
Hey, Johnny O
I am going to miss our monthly lunches, playing darts, and seeing you at church each week. I will always be grateful for the time we shared. Thank you for being by side when I had my eye surgery. Having you there meant a lot and I will always carry that with me.
Your friend always.
Miss you bro.
Sad to see John’s passing. John was one of our long time patients at Kingen Chiropractic. I’ve wondered many times about John over the years. He was one to just pop into my mind and it made me smile. He always had a smile, always had something positive and uplifting to say. He was such a toucher. A shoulder rub, pat on the back, a handshake, a hug. Such a bright light. Sending prayers for peace to his family.
St. Luke’s fish fry won’t be the same without Johnny’s big smile supervising the dishwashing! So grateful for the time we had with you had as part of St. Luke’s family.
I first met John in ’70-’71 when he was a crane operator, a master at his craft, and I was a heavy machine mover at 23. We became friends and I had our company use him& then his own company( STL Crane) for quite a number of yrs. We met in early ’83 at an AA meeting, me being new not knowing that John already had been around the tables over 10 yrs. Later that yr he monitored me making 90 meetings in 90 days. As he told me ” 2 meetings in a day counts as only 1 day ,not 2″. I followed his lead for many yrs, lots&lots of phone calls. Hope I make it to Jan. 6, 2026. I will have 43 yrs. sobriety then. I owe the life I have now to John. He knew how to be a “hardass”, when to encourage, when to praise. Always in moderation. Someday I will see him on the side and give him the bear hug he has earned. God bless.
John O.
I will always remember your smile, your welcoming demeanor to those seeking refuge fro the storm at Group 44. God bless you and keep you.
Celtic Benediction
Deep peace
of the Running Wave to you,
Deep peace of the
of the Flowing Air to you,
Deep peace of the
Quiet Earth to you.
Deep peace of the
Shining Stars to you
Deep peace of the
Son of Peace to you.
To my dear dear friend John O: Rest well in peace. You will always hold a special place in my heart. I’m sober today so much because of you and your amazing support. You touched so many lives…and you will never be forgotten. 🙏🙏🙏
Johnny O was one in a million! To know him was to love him. He was kind, humorous, intelligent, humble and a man of faith. Always there to lend a hand or offer encouragement. So many happy memories of playing darts together and cheering “Let’s go Johnny-O!” I’m already missing his brilliant smile and compassionate soul. May God bring comfort to his grieving family and friends.
Mr. O, Thank you for being such a good friend.
Always smiling, willing to help. I will remember our lunches, the day we visited Popeye, the meetings together. You will be missed.
I had the pleasure of knowing John for over 35 years. Such a wonderful and kind man. I will miss singing Johnny Angel to you when you came to the office and all the years you would write on my sign in sheets how many days were left until Christmas. I always loved that. My heartfelt sympathies to all of your family. Love , Patty from The Doctors Office.