John David ZIRKLE

NEWTON FALLS — John D. Zirkle, 70, of Newton Falls, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, at Hospice House. He was born March 19, 1949, in Philippi, W.Va., the son of the late David and Mary Virginia Overfield Zirkle. On Aug.15, 1992, he married the former Elaine M. Aigler. They have shared 27 years of marriage and many wonderful memories. John was an owner and mechanic at J&E Auto Repair for 19 years. He was a member of Maranatha Church and enjoyed fishing on Lake Erie, riding his motorcycle and running his business. John’s memory will be carried on by his wife, Elaine M. Zirkle of Newton Falls; children, Sandy, Jim, Tom and Chris; sisters, Carolyn Fowler, Linda (Terry) Blaylock and Louise (Skip) Sandusky; sister-in-law, Kathy Zirkle; three granddaughters; and one grandson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Richard, Pete and Michael Zirkle. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020, at Maranatha Church, where Rev. Jeffrey Chapin will officiate. Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 2020, at Maranatha Church and also one hour prior from 10 a.m. until service time Tuesday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home. Friends and family may view and/or send condolences to John’s family by visiting carlwhall.com.

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