John Hagans

John C. Hagans, 73, of Jackson passed away Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, on his farm.

He was born Jan. 6, 1947, in Cape Girardeau to J.E. and Kathryn Hagans.

He married Melody Oberbeck on June 7, 1969, at St. Paul Lutheran Church.

John graduated from Jackson High School in 1965 and the University of Missouri in 1969 with a bachelor of science in animal husbandry.

He proudly served his country as a member of the U S. Army. After his honorable discharge, he was employed by Biokyowa and farmed in Cape Girardeau County the remainder of his life.

His love of life came from sharing in the interests, sports and accomplishments of his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed farming, history, trivia, watching Jeopardy and spending time with his friends.

Loving survivors include his wife of 51 years, Melody Hagans; son, Judd (Dana) Hagans of Jackson; daughters, Melody (Curtis) Bingham of Kansas City, Missouri; Crystal (Gabe) Sumner of San Francisco, California; and Kelley Hagans of St. Louis; grandchildren, Miles and Claire Bingham, and Mason and Calyn Hagans; sisters, Betty (David) Carleton and Martha (Brennan) Colyer; brothers-in-law, Alan (Kathy) Oberbeck and Clarence Bodenstein; sisters-in-law, Anita (David) Lansmon Thiede, Edith (Kevin) Neal, Linda Seyer and Suzanne Bodenstein; faithful farm dog, Mazie; and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, John would want you to plant a tree, explore the great outdoors, visit a historical site, spend extra time with your family, or help a neighbor or someone in need.

No visitation will be held.

A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson, with Pastor Joshua Schmidt officiating.

Please wear a mask and social distance at all times.

Ford and Sons Funeral Home in Jackson is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.