John Wayne Coley Jr. 46, of Racine passed away unexpectedly, Thursday January 25, 2018 in his home. He was born in St. Paul Minnesota, April 17, 1971, the son of John and Cassandra (Nee: Krizan) Coley Sr. A automobile salesman, John enjoyed painting, drawing and taking photographs. He loved music and playing his guitar. John will be deeply missed by his father John Sr. his sister Kelly Coley (Michael Cortese) and his faithful and loyal companion dog Rocky “Boo Boo.” He is also survived by nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. John is preceded in death by his mother Cassandra. Services for John will be held Saturday, July 14th, 2018 at Strouf Funeral Home from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m.
John Wayne Coley, Jr.
We had some GREAT TIMES, I will always be thankful for the strength you have and the support you gave me an the family, even when things were so rough for you, Your one that touched so many an showed that your friends are FAMILY, John your my brother I know your FLY HIGH enjoying life’s gifts once again
The definition of unconditional love. My deepest prayers go out to Kelly and John Sr, and to everyone who knew John. He will forever be with me.
When I think of Johnny, I know he will always hold a special place in my heart. He was the first grandchild in our family and I can still remember the phone call letting us know that he was born! The excitement was really something, since I became “Aunt Jenny” at 10 years old and had the privilege of babysitting him a couple years later. As a child, Johnny was not shy and seemed to have a way of “being the life of the party”; Uncle Dean and I remember him singing at our wedding reception. I seem to recall “Lord it’s hard to be humble”!
Johnny grew up to be a person of tremendous inner strength who persevered in the face of many difficulties. He was blessed with the ability to move forward in spite of all the roadblocks in his way. He was blessed with a sweet spirit and a contagious laugh! Most of all, Johnny was blessed with courage.
Thank you, Johnny, for always being you! I love you!
Aunt Jenny