John Bruno Misheikis

John Bruno Misheikis, age 99, passed away Monday, December 5th at I.U. Health; Bloomington Hospital. Born April 17, 1923 in White Cloud, Michigan, he was the son of Mike and Mary (Schakness) Misheikis. John graduated from Stephenson High School, Stephenson, Michigan in 1942. In 1943, John began serving in the Army with the 44th Infantry Division, 157th Field Artillery Battalion. His unit was part of the 5th army to arrive in Europe during World War ll. He was an expert rifleman and as a result was given the duty of protecting his commanding officer. He also received awards for good conduct and a World War II victory ribbon. He was honorably discharged from the service in 1945. John married Marie (Parenti) Misheikis on September 7, 1946 in Cicero, Illinois. Then, he began a career in the tool and die industry. He excelled in this field and worked for the federal government as an aircraft tool inspector and a machinist supervisor. In 1971, he moved to Bloomington and began working for Crane Naval Weapons Support Center as an equipment specialist. John retired from Crane in 1986. During his time living in Bloomington he was an active member and officer of both the American Legion and VFW Post 604. He also volunteered for the Red Cross and took many trips to Louisville to pick up and deliver blood. John loved to bowl, golf, and spend time with his family. He especially enjoyed traveling around the globe with his friend, Bonnie Creech. John is survived by his two sons, David Misheikis (Marcia) of NorthLake, Illinois, Scott Misheikis (Kelly) of Bloomington, Indiana, and his daughter Nancy Kawahara (Ken) of Glendale Heights, Illinois; 6 grandchildren: Lynda Misheikis, Matt Kawahara (Meghan), Mark Kawahara, Steven Misheikis (Gwendolyn), Kameron Misheikis and Konner Misheikis; 7 great grandchildren: Emily, Ian, and Owen Eldridge; Brenden, Logan, and Duncan Misheikis and Kai Kawahara; John was preceded in death by his parents Mike and Mary Misheikis; his loving wife of 44 years, Marie Misheikis; his brothers Charlie, Tony, Alex, Ted, and Mickey; his sisters Antonette and Mary; and his dear friend and companion of 25 years, Bonnie Creech. John was an incredible man with a kind heart. He will be loved and missed by all who knew him. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 19, 2022 at Allen Funeral Home and Crematory, 4155 South Old State Road 37, Bloomington. Burial will follow at Valhalla Memory Gardens. Family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John’s name to Bloomington Hospital Hospice Service or the American Heart Association. For those who wish to join virtually in honoring John, may do so by visiting the Allen Funeral Home YouTube Channel or selecting the link below.

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John Bruno Misheikis

April 17, 1923 - December 5, 2022