John W. Lindley

On October 10, 2018, John W. Lindley died unexpectedly in his home while completing yet another “honey-do” list. He was the son of the late Karen Hays Miller and the late John W. Lindley. He retired from the City of Washington Police Department on September 10, 2018, after 28 years of service.  We called September the “month of John” as he celebrated with friends and family with lots of laughter and plenty of Miller Lite. His greatest gifts were his selfless nature and complete willingness to always lend a hand. John married his wife, Lynne, on May 13, 2000. She survives.  She will miss his wit, his patient temper and his 100% integrity.  Lola, their rescued pup, will also feel his absence. He is survived by his step-father, Bernie Miller; brother Gary Lindley; sister Kylee (Brandon) Stevens, all of Washington; and brother Bernie (Gina) Miller of Greene County.  John will be missed by his aunts and uncles, Nancy (Ed) Cononge, Jim (the late Bonnie) Lindley, and Lois (the late Jack) Greineisen.  And his cousins, too many to name, will also feel the sting of loss.  John had countless lifelong friends that had become family to him and will miss his “take me as I am” attitude. In addition to his parents, his step-mother Shy Lindley is deceased. The family invites you to a visitation session on Sunday, October 14th, from 2 till 8 p.m., in William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington. A Christian blessing service will be celebrated on Monday, October 15th, at 10 a.m. in St. Hilary Church, with Father Michael Peck and Pastor Gary Gibson officiating.  Entombment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, McMurray.  The Fraternal Order of Police will hold services in the funeral home at 7 p.m. Sunday.