John G. Stoecker passed away on May 23, 2015, with the comfort of his family at his side. After a long career as a corrosion specialist, he retired in St. Louis perusing his love for trains and Model A cars. John will be deeply missed by his wife Lynne and loving children: daughter in laws Cathy and Barbara, Christine (Jim) Watson, and Mark (Terri) as well as his grandchildren: Ryan, Meghan, Kayla, Austin, Amanda, Laura, Jonathan, Elizabeth and Garrett and his great grandchild, Pearce. Proceeded in death by his two sons, John (III) and Matthew.