John Steven Such, Jr. 63, U.S. Army veteran, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, November 27, 2020. John was preceded in death by father, John Steven Such, Sr., son, John Steven Such, III, and maternal grandmother, Viola Blaine. Left to cherish John’s memory are his mother, Shirley Carle, brothers Richard Such (Dawn), Joseph Such (Loyce), Steven Such (Linda), Raymond Such, sister, Sharon Howell (David), grandchildren, Jade and John Steven Such, IV, the children’s maternal grandparents, Arnetta and Matthew Verderber, special nephew Christopher Howell, dear friend Barb Kiser, and life partner Nancy Besore.
John, a commercial painter by trade, worked to support his flats fishing passion, doted on friends and family, had a huge, charitable heart, and never met a stranger.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated (CDC distancing) at Espiritu Sancto Catholic Church, Safety Harbor, 2405 Philippe Parkway, Safety Harbor, Florida 34695, Dec. 19th at 2 p.m. Please remember Suncoast Hospice, or a personal charity, in lieu of flowers.
John served our nation in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a infantryman earning a National Defense Service Medal and qualified as a marksman M-16 rifle. He will be awarded full military honors by the United States Army Honors Tear at the end of the service.
My dear friend and former neighbor, John is gone but will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace my friend and thank you for all you did helping me.
Condolences to the family and in particular all our love to his partner Nancy. We are thinking of you.
The City of Safety Harbor City Commission, Staff and Residents send our deepest condolences and prayers to the entire family.
Rest in Peace John.
May your good memories keep your heart full.
Praying for your peace.
John had been a dear friend for many years now. He painted my house with his brother Ray, even though he wasn’t feeling well some 7 years ago. Stev
I grew up in the ol neighborhood across the street from the Such’s, our Mothers were good friends and the best looking Mom’s in the neighborhood. John was a natural leader and well liked by all with many friends and cherished memories and adventures that I wouldn’t trade for anything.Saw John years later, while we were both living in Ft. Lauderdale and he hadn’t changed a bit. The news of his untimely passing is still quite shocking,gone too soon. On behalf of the entire Knapp family we send our deepest condolences and prayers during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. He will be welcomed to heaven with opened arms and is pain free. He will be missed.
RIP Johnny. You’ve always been a man people looked up to, and loved… you will be greatly missed. My heart breaks for this and all who love you and are hurting with grief. You’ve lead one of the finest family of siblings I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. God Bless and keep you in his care now.
Louie and I will miss John’s smile. Our heart goes out to Nancy and his family. May you all find comfort in knowing that he is at peace.