John Tessman Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Tessman of Garner, Iowa, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 7, 2024 at the age of 89. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Tessman to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Tessman and Thelma Tessman; his sister Joan Turner; his daughter Terri Duncan; and his sons-in-law, Paul Adams and Randy Miller.
He is survived by: his wife Jean Carol Turner of Riverside; his daughters, Kae Tritle (Barrie) of Iowa City, Jill Adams Miller of North Mankato, Linda Swafford (Darrel Jr.) of Sunrise Beach and Andrea Wendel (Aaron) of Riverside; his grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob, Michael Tritle (Kelli), Alexander Swafford (Karen), Bailey Coleman (Isaac), Nicole and Zachary Wendel; and his great grandchildren, Preston, Grayson and Michael Jr. Tritle. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial gifts may be sent to The Cataldo Funeral Home in care of The John Tessman Memorial Fund which will be used to purchase a memorial at the Iowa State Fair in honor of John and his love for the fair.
