John Delano Moneyhun

John Delano Moneyhun, 88, of Whitewater, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at the Monticello House in Jackson. John was born February 9, 1934, in Hilderbrand, Missouri, to Larkin Lee and Bernice (Cadle) Moneyhun. John was baptized at Sargent's Chapel Church near Daisy, and was a graduate of Oak Ridge High School. John married Marie R. "Rose" Maintz, the love of his life, on May 15, 1954, just before his military service. He served honorably in the U.S. Army from July 15, 1954 to June 1, 1956. After his marriage to Rose, they attended Old Salem United Methodist Church near Millersville. After moving to Whitewater, they were active members of the United Methodist Church in Whitewater. John operated heavy equipment with MoDot District 10 from July 1, 1980, to January 31, 1995, retiring as a Senior Crew Worker. From an early age, John loved music, often playing the violin, guitar, and banjo with his siblings. John also enjoyed playing music with friends, even recording a CD with the Whitewater Jammers in 2006. In later years, John combined music with his woodworking skills and made a violin for each of his beloved grandchildren, who he loved spending time with. His other past times included playing cards with friends, hunting, fishing, taxidermy work, and meeting with the Bootheel Bow Hunters Club. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Rose Moneyhun; their daughter, Connie (Bruce) Froemsdorf of Nanakuli, Oahu, Hawaii, formerly of Waialua; a granddaughter, Amy Froemsdorf and fiancée, Kevin Flesher of Nanakuli; sister-in-law, Dorothy Horn of Jackson; cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Garret Froemsdorf; three siblings, James and Donald Moneyhun, Marjorie Eaker; and his parents. The family appreciates the many gestures of kindness and love received from so many people, including those who cared for John at Southeast Hospital, Monticello House, and Crown Hospice. Visitation is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023, at McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center. The Rev. Eddie Rhodes will conduct the funeral service at 12 p.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the funeral home, followed by military honors. Rhodes will conduct the committal service at 11 a.m., Monday, January 23, 2023, at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield. Memorials may take the form of contributions to Whitewater United Methodist Church, Room for Smiles, or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family by clicking on the tribute wall tab above John's obituary article at mccomsfunealhome.com.