John Lehs's obituary , Passed away on September 13, 2022 in Independence, Iowa

John Lehs

March 6, 1928 - September 13, 2022 (94 years old)

Independence, Iowa

John Lehs's obituary , Passed away on September 13, 2022 in Independence, Iowa
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John Lehs

March 6, 1928 - September 13, 2022 (94 years old)

Independence, Iowa

John Lehs Obituary

We are sad to announce that on September 13, 2022 we had to say goodbye to John Lehs of Independence, Iowa, born in Arlington, Iowa. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Lehs or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Stanley A. Lehs and Anna W. Lehs (Wessels); his wife Ruth Lehs; and his siblings, Paul, Heinz, Martin, Arnold, Randolph Lehs and Gerda Hock.

He is survived by: his children, David Lehs (Cathy) of Independence, IA, Susan Oline (Ron) of Independence, IA, Richard Lehs of Winthrop, IA, Marsha Lehs of Independence, IA, Marlon Lehs of Winthrop, IA and Tim Lehs (Joan) of Winthrop, IA; his sisters, Wilma Keppler of Oelwein, IA and Mary Anne Knight of Oelwein, IA; and his siblings-in-law, Darlys Milius of Denver, IA, Arlene Lehs of Charles City, IA, Lois Lehs of Fayette, IA and Arlin Poock (Pat) of Klinger, IA. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren.



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September 15, 2023

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“I will never forget my loving brother, John, or his wonderful family! They all follow the Lord, as he did, and live Christian lives. May God hold his soul in the palm of His hand.. Someone so special will never be forgotten.”


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Immanuel Lutheran Church
512 5th St NE, Independence, IA 50644

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Immanuel Lutheran Church
512 5th St NE, Independence, IA 50644

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