John R. G. Schurman
May 29, 1963 - January 19, 2016
Obituary
MADISON -John R. G. Schurman, age 52, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016. He was born on May 29, 1963, in Madison, the son of Richard C. and Elizabeth (Rhodes) Schurman. John grew up in Madison and graduated from Madison West High School, class of 1981. While at West he played football and hockey. John carried his love for sports into his adult life as a Badger and Packer fan. As a young teen, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior and was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Madison. John worked for many years for Madison Metro Transit Company and most recently as a salesperson for Madison Metro Ford. On Sept. 13, 2014, John married Ingrid Hoppman. He loved riding his Harley with Ingrid and spending time with his extended family. John was loved by his family and will be missed greatly. John is survived by his loving wife of two years, Ingrid; his parents, Richard and Elizabeth both of Madison; son, Daniel Schurman of Madison; two brothers, Richard (Dyann) Schurman of Mosinee and Thomas (Laurie) Schurman of Fond du Lac; sister, Susan ( Richard) Jacobson of Janesville; seven nieces and nephews; and 13 great-nieces and great-nephews. A memorial service will be held at GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH, 1801 South Thompson Dr., Madison, at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016, with the Rev. Dean Howell presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from noon until the time of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Reformers Unanimous Recovery Program, c/o Grace Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Visitation
Sat Jan 23, 2016 @ 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Grace Bible Church (Madison) • 1309 Painted Post Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Sat Jan 23, 2016 @ 1:30 PM CDT
Grace Bible Church (Madison) • 1309 Painted Post Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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eda.jacobson@gmail.com
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I don't remember much about John because I haven't seen him for many years
but what I do remember is that he was a nice guy.
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Lisa Livesey
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John went to my highschool and he was in the class one year behind me. I do remember him as being the kindest and most caring of people. He was alot of fun to be around too. Im saddened to hear that he passed. A wonderful man.
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Pamela Layton
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Worked with John for four years...my first day at Schoepp Motors I walked up to the entrance not knowing where I was to report and John took charge and walked me in and introduced me to the full time receptionist. From that day on, we became good friends and shortly after met his wife, Ingrid. I would often chuckle because he used to do what my dad did when my dad tutored...instead of an appointment book, he wrote all his daily contacts/phone numbers on a envelope/piece of cardboard and put in his front shirt pocket! Eventually, probably due to Ingrid, John did upgrade to an appointment book! We met them out a few times as had mutual love of music.. John was a very caring person who would do anything for anyone. Was hard to watch him during his times of struggle, but he always maintained his caring and kind personality. My thoughts are prayers are with his entire family and especially to Ingrid who loved John with her whole heart and helped him through the good and bad times. John will be missed by many...may he now find peace.
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Steve Gandolph
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Rest in peace John!>>>>> STEVE GANDOLPH
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Teddy and Susie Wares
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We are sorry to hear that John had past away. Our thought and prayer are with you.
Teddy and Susie Wares
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Tammi Howell
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John attended a program at our church. Everyone loved him here. We will miss him so much. Ingrid, we are so sorry for the pain you must be going through. God bless you and give you strength.