Passed away Dec. 1, 2014. John was born March 10, 1949 in Kalamazoo the son of Gabert and Irene (Angel) Tolmacs. He graduated from Galesburg-Augusta High School in 1967. He was employed by Eckrich and Son's for many years. He is survived by 2 children; Christopher (Carla) Tolmacs and Yvonne Fry, 3 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 3 siblings, Alfred (Barbara) Tolmacs, Mary (Richard) Gibbs and Debbie (Richard) Grosser and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Joyce Waldorf. At his request cremation has taken place. There will be a private family gathering at a later date.