John Fred Maennche, Jr.

John F. Maennche, Jr.,age 68, died unexpectedly September 19, 2009 at his home in Snowflake, AZ. John was born October 6, 1940 in Snowflake, AZ, the son of John Fred and Maude Marie (DeWitt) Maennche. John graduated from Holbrook High School, class of 1958. Following his graduation, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps advancing to the rank of Master Sergeant. He was Honorably Discharged after 23 years of service. John retired in Snowflake, AZ where he enjoyed the life of ranching, hunting and fishing with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Marie and Cora Helen. He is survived by a granddaughter, Melanie Marie; 3 brothers, Jerry, Larry and Alan; 1 sister, Staci as well as many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at the Owens Livingston Mortuary~Heritage Chapel and one hour prior to the services. Funeral services will be held 10:00AM Thursday, September 24, 2009 at the Pioneer Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Interment will follow services in the Woodruff Cemetery with full military honors.