John Paul Lunsford, also known as Lunchbox, 56, of Bucyrus, passed away from a motor vehicle accident on Friday, July 26, 2024. John was born on March 11, 1968, in Canton, Ohio to the late Gerald “Jack” Lunsford and Ruth (Reed) Lunsford of Galion.
John was a Galion High School Graduate, Class of 1986. He met the love of his life, Barbara Scott and they married on January 23, 2021. John and Barbara, who he affectionately called Barbie, loved living life together and John couldn’t have been happier that he found Barbara to share his life with.
Along with working for Gorman Rupp for 13 years as a machinist, John also had his own mowing business and took great pride in his mowing abilities. Known for his strong work ethic, infectious sense of humor, and compassionate heart, John touched the lives of all who knew him. He was a workaholic who could never sit still, always on the go. John was always willing to go above and beyond, whether someone needed a helping hand or a shoulder to cry on, John was there.
John’s kindness extended beyond his family and friends, as he was actively involved in charitable endeavors, such as donating winter jackets every Christmas. His love for adventure and the open road was evident through his passion for riding his Harley and camping at Port Clinton. John was also a proud member of various organizations, including AMVETS Post #1979, Galion, Elks Lodge BPOE #1191, and VFW Post #1078, Bucyrus.
In addition to his mother and wife, John is survived by his children; Jonathan Lunsford of Willard, Zachary Lunsford of Galion, Autumn (Michael) Elliot of Galion, Megan Phillips of Bucyrus, and Lee (Kendra) Rumer of Tiro; his seven grandchildren; his brother, Jeff Lunsford of Galion; and sister, Jackie (John) Brady of Galion.
John was preceded in death by his father, Gerald “Jack” Lunsford, and sister, Jeryl Rairigh.
Friends may call on Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Mark A. Schneider-Gompf Funeral Home, 303 Portland Way N., Galion. A service will be held on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 3:00 pm at Mark A. Schneider-Gompf Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Pennington officiating, a dinner will follow the funeral service at the Galion AMVETS on Friday.
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The Mark A. Schneider-Gompf Funeral Home, 303 Portland Way N., Galion, is honored to serve the family of John “Lunchbox” Paul Lunsford.