John (Jack) Headington's obituary , Passed away on October 16, 2024 in Decorah, Iowa

John (Jack) Headington

June 12, 1929 - October 16, 2024 (95 years old)

Decorah, Iowa

John (Jack) Headington's obituary , Passed away on October 16, 2024 in Decorah, Iowa

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Helms Funeral Homes & Cremation Service

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John (Jack) Headington

June 12, 1929 - October 16, 2024 (95 years old)

Decorah, Iowa

John Headington Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Headington of Decorah, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 95, on October 16, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Headington to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Edward and Leila Annie Headington (Enger); his spouse Edel Solum; and his grandsons, Dr. Brian Levernier and Joseph Headington.

He is survived by: his children, Ellen Levernier (Joe) of Nolensville, TN, Mary Nelson (Jerry) of Iowa City, IA, John Headington (Barb) and Kara Headington (Pat Hoppe) of Decorah; and his grandchildren, Daniel Levernier (Melonie) of Brentwood, TN, Zackariah Murray (Krysta) of Decorah, Mikaila Murray of Decorah, Philip Headington (Shawn) of Decorah and Curtis Headington (Ashley) of Decorah. He is also survived by thirteen great granddaughters, six great grandsons and one great great grandson.

In Lieu of flowers may be directed to: St. Croix Hospice, 101 Elkader St., Strawberry Point, IA 52076, Wellington Place, 2479 River Road, Decorah, IA 52101, or Russell Cemetery Association, PO Box 353, Decorah, IA 52101.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Helms Funeral Homes & Cremation Service



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