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Died June 29, 2025
NORTHPORT – John Norman John, 57, of Northport, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in Bingham Township.
John was born on January 10, 1968, in Northport, the son of Allen and Charlene John
A proud graduate of Northport High School, John was a dedicated basketball player who carried his passion for the sport throughout his life-always cheering on his beloved Michigan Wolverines.
Known for his cheesy dad jokes and occasionally inappropriate sense of humor, John was the kind of person who could make anyone smile. He never hesitated to help those around him and was deeply dependable, always showing up when it mattered most.
John had a long and well-loved career of over twenty years as a blackjack dealer at Leelanau Sands Casino. He was proud of his work and even featured on promotional billboards for both Leelanau Sands and Turtle Creek Casinos.
He had a lifelong love for Marvel comics and never outgrew his fascination with superheroes. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and especially camping with his grandchildren-who brought him immeasurable joy and pride.
John is survived by his children, Delia Shawandase, Angelica Kilgore (Justin Kilgore), Isiah John, and stepdaughter Bailey Pettit; his grandchildren, Russell, Damien, Ava, Evie, and Silas.
He was preceded in death by his dad Allen John Sr., grandparents Evelyn & Clarence Manitowash.
Visitation will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. on Monday, July 7th. At 3 pm small service will be shared at the Martinson Funeral Home in Suttons Bay. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8th, at Northport Indian United Methodist Church Camp Ground on Camp Haven Road with Pastor Samuel McClellan officiating.
Burial in the Leelanau Township Cemetery will be announced at a later date.
Please share condolences and memories with John's family at www.martinson.info.
Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Leelanau.
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Joyce & Doug Smith
July 3, 2025
our nephew John John, we have been blessed to have you in our lives, to show us your love and caring for our family, you showed us great passion, you will be thought of every day, things will spark our memory of our times together, good times and fun times, lots of wonderful memories you left us,, we will miss you so much, our love to you and your family.. Aunt Joyce and Uncle Doug
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