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John J. Luker, age 88, of Otwell, passed away on September 12, 2024, at Serenity Springs Senior Living atNorthwood, Jasper, IN.

He was born September 10, 1936, in Huntingburg, Indiana, toEarl and Corilla (Blessinger) Luker.

Johnretired from Jofco after 51 years of service to the company. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and rodeos on television, spending time with his family and traveling to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. John is preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Betty (Abell) Luker; a brother, Earl Luker, Jr.; two sisters, Phyllis Schulte, Betty Lou Luker; and a grandson, Sean Scanlon.

He is survived by his wife, ErmaLuker of Jasper, previously of Otwell; his children, Kathy (Larry) Tenbarge of Huntingburg, John (Kathy) Luker of Huntingburg, Jeff (Arlene) Luker of Jasper, Tom Luker of Loogootee; Earl (Tina Madden) Luker of Jasper; stepsons, Tony (Bobbie) Sorguis of Rockport, Michael (Kim Opal) Sorguis of Evansville; sisters, Mary Jane (Linus) Voegerl, Patty Leinenbach, Eileen (Don) Patberg; 20 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren;nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at McClure Cemetery in Algiers, Indiana at 11:00 a.m. E.S.T. September 21, 2024 with friends and family gatheringat 10:30 at the graveside.  Dr. Gary Keepes will officiate the service.  Nass & Son Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements.   Memorial contributions may be made to Jefferson Township–Otwell Ruritan Club or Otwell Community Center.  Condolences may be shared online at:  www.nassandson.com