John Edward Fick Jr.
June 20, 1933 — Nov. 8, 2021 (age 88)
BOARDMAN — John Edward Fick Jr., 88, passed away Monday (Nov. 8) at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Canton on June 20, 1933 to John Edward Sr. and Lois (Pence) Fick.
John was a caring and loving man, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather.
Carol was the love of his life and they were married for 53 years. They were best friends doing everything together.
John was very forgiving, had no ego, and liked to joke with a dry sense of humor. He was selfless and always put himself second.
John portrayed a true gentleman with a loving heart. He supported St. Jude's Children's Hospital, veterans organizations and various animal charities.
As a humble and virtuous man, John lived his life by example. Cerebral Palsy never stopped him from living an active and wonderful life.
During his youth, others always told him the things he couldn't do. Despite this, John loved sports and participated in basketball and track.
As an adult, he enjoyed traveling, boating, golfing, bowling and cars as well as making stained glass windows and lamps.
John was an avid sports fan but especially enjoyed watching football, basketball, soccer and golf. He usually found a way to root for the underdog. His favorite teams were the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Cavs and Georgia Bulldogs.
John worked at Fireman's Fund Insurance Company as a claims manager.
During his senior years, John endured much physical pain but always found a way to appreciate life. Despite his struggles, he always chose the path of happiness.
John is survived by his wife, Carol Fick; a son, Steve (Vivian) Fick; a daughter, Victoria (Michael) Daigle; grandchildren Sofia Daigle and Sebastian Daigle; another daughter, Alexandra Fick and grandson, Benjamin Fick (all of Florida); a son, Paul (Alec) Fick and daughter, Sarah (all of New Hampshire); another daughter, Holly (Mark) Robison of Cincinnati; another son, Robert (Kelly) Fick and children Zoey and Carter (all of Boardman); a daughter-in-law, Phyllis Fick and children Paul Baker, Wendy Fick (fiance Lou Sapiz), Christensen Amanda; grandchildren Tyler, Nevada, Zachary and Chris; and a great grandchild, Mila Rose (all of Mentor).
He was preceded in death by his oldest son, John.
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This story was originally published November 11, 2021 at 4:31 PM with the headline "John Edward Fick Jr.."