John Henry Mize, Jr., 58 of Eden, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at Morehead Memorial Hospital in Eden. He was born January 17, 1955 in Wichita Falls, Texas. He was a graduate of Morehead High School and received his Machinist diploma at Rockingham Community College that was taught by his future father-in-law, Doug Coone and after his Mr. Coone's retirement, John taught the course until the postion was permanently filled by a new instructor.
He was employed as a fixer at Lorillard Tobacco Company in Greensboro for 27 years. John was a loving husband, father, friend and had a servant's heart. He loved to "piddle" and repair things. He always loved to stay busy doing something especially for others.
He is survived by his wife, Andrea Coone Mize; his son, Michael Chadwick Mize of Madison; His step-son Joshua Franklin Wade; and his step-daughter Jessica Madison Wade. He was also blessed with close friends and family that were there for him during this difficult time.
The family will receive friends at the home of his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Doug and Sallie Coone, at 776 Circle Drive, Eden, and other times at his home. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
The family would like to thank the staff at Morehead Memorial Hospital and the Smith-McMichael Cancer Center for their wonderful care and support during this time. The family would also like to thank his co-workers for their support during his illness.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
To the family,we are sorry to hear about the passing of John,we will keep your family in our prayers.
David & Phyllis Hall
So sorry to learn of the loss of John. We rode to and worked together at Lorillard.
Wink Fargis
I was deeply saddened to learn of John's passing. He was a fellow MHS Class of 1973 member and he will be missed at our 40th class reunion this fall. My prayer for his family is to remember that surely as John's light faded from this earth it reappeared in Heaven for this kind and considerate soul. Neill Watson
David (Neill) Watson
Andrea & family, My heart goes out to all of you at this time of grief. I pray God's comfort to be with all of you in the difficult days ahead. God bless you.
Scott Hall
I'm so very sorry to hear of Johns passing. I will be praying for you and your family.
Holly
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