John F. Opel, 59, Jasper
John F. Opel, 59, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at home.
John was born in Jasper, Indiana, on July 31, 1963, to Virgil and Margaret (Stratman) Opel.
John is a graduate of Jasper High School and was a long-time employee of Jasper Engines and Transmissions.
He volunteered at the French Lick West Baden Hotel as a docent and at the Dubois County Museum.
He was an active member of Precious Blood Catholic Church.
He is survived by two brothers, Stephen (Lynn) Opel of Redondo Beach, Calif. and Joseph (Jennifer) Opel, Groveland, Ill.; one sister, Mary (Richard) Faris of Dana Point, Calif.; three nieces and four nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, Jeffrey Opel.
A Mass of Christian Burial for John F. Opel will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 12, 2022, in Precious Blood Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana, with burial to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Jasper.
A visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. (noon) until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 11, 2022, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, and one hour before the service at Precious Blood Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 12th.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Dubious County Museum.
Online condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner.com.
John was a wonderful 1981 JHS classmate. Always a smile and kind word. I will remember his kindness and think of him when passing the Opel family house. Peace John. You were a good man and will always be fondly remembered.
Opie was a wonderful co worker and friend. John will b missed
We met John thru our dear friend Gordon Spelbring. We enjoyed our personal tour with John & Gordon while they were in character at the West Baden Hotel. John’s photography was lovely, as were the Christmas cards that he shared. John never missed an opportunity to go antiquing, most recently with his dear friends David & Carolyn. I received my annual Birthday card from John on September 7th. John was kind, intelligent and we enjoyed his sense of humor. I treasure the memories.
Sincerest Sympathies to John’s Family.
Rick & Gay Prasil