John Marolt
June 9, 1949 ~ August 20, 2014
John Louis Marolt was born in Cleveland Ohio on June 9, 1949 and passed from this life in San Antonio on August 20, 2014 at 65 years old. He is preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Louis Marolt, his step-mother Anne Marolt, his brother Michael Marolt, his sister Joan Vonlehmden, and his half-brother Richard Phillips. John is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Cindy Torres Marolt, and his beloved sisters Mary (Jim) Laird of Texas and Kathy (Stan) Frank of Ohio. He is also survived by wife Cindy's family: Ignacio and Kathryn Torres, Ed (Shari) Torres, Ignacio (Gracie) Torres, Debbie (Woody) Fox, and Denise (Chip) Biggers. John served in the Air Force (in Panama and other locations) and received an honorable discharge at the rank of Sergeant. After his military service, he graduated from East Texas State University in Commerce, Texas. He later worked with United Airlines as a Customer Service Representative with over 25 years of service, at locations across the U.S. including Anchorage Alaska, Houston Texas, Madison Wisconsin, and Oklahoma City Oklahoma, before he retired to live in San Antonio. He was an avid marathon and half-marathon runner. He ran many races all over the country, including the Honolulu Marathon, the Panhandle Half Marathon in Lubbock, the Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon in Anchorage, and the Rock and Roll Half Marathon in San Antonio. His lifelong friend, Gary Light, gave him the spark to train and keep running even in his later years. Gary and Quency Light and their family, Anna and Kyle and Eli and Austin, were a constant comfort to Johnand still are to John's wife Cindy. John saved many rescue animals, including his dogs and cat (Taco, Sancho, Cooper, and Foochie, the cat) who miss hearing their daddy's key in the lock. John leaves behind a heart broken wife and many dear friends and family whose lives were touched by his generosity, kind spirit, and sweet humor. "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Disabled American Veterans (www.dav.org)
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Cindy, what can anyone say better than the quote at the end of the obituary. I will always remember best John’s sense of humor. He could be so dry witted or get the family knee slapping. You have shared a great partner in life for 37 years – few of our generation can boost that. My heart and soul have been with you and the family since August 23 when I found out. See you soon when these sad days turn to fond memories of John’s live. With sincere love, Woody
Cindy, what can anyone say better than the quote at the end of the obituary. I will always remember best John’s sense of humor. He could be so dry witted or get the family knee slapping. You have shared a great partner in life for 37 years – few of our generation can boost that. My heart and soul have been with you and the family since August 23 when I found out. See you soon when these sad days turn to fond memories of John’s live. With sincere love, Woody
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
– Anonymous…
Fly peacefully with the Angels Uncle Johnny….Forever in my heart
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
– Anonymous…
Fly peacefully with the Angels Uncle Johnny….Forever in my heart
So many memories over the past 30+ years. John, you and Cindy have been so special to us, and now you are no longer here. How we wish you could return. We feel an empty place in our hearts and lives. We grieve for all that has been, all that we did not want to end. We pray that God will heal Cindy and the family and friends.
We will never forget you or how you touched our lives and contributed to what we have become because of you.
With much love,
Gary, Quency, Anna, Kyle, Eli, and Austin
So many memories over the past 30+ years. John, you and Cindy have been so special to us, and now you are no longer here. How we wish you could return. We feel an empty place in our hearts and lives. We grieve for all that has been, all that we did not want to end. We pray that God will heal Cindy and the family and friends.
We will never forget you or how you touched our lives and contributed to what we have become because of you.
With much love,
Gary, Quency, Anna, Kyle, Eli, and Austin
We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing. We know you will find comfort in the wonderful memories you had together. May God give you strength during your time of sorrow. Our prayers, love, and support will always be here for you.
Ignacio, Gracie, Valene, and Nachito
We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing. We know you will find comfort in the wonderful memories you had together. May God give you strength during your time of sorrow. Our prayers, love, and support will always be here for you.
Ignacio, Gracie, Valene, and Nachito
Our family is very loud and boisterous, crazy, at times obnoxious, but always very loving. John came into our family and fit right in, even adding his own unique insanity whether that be with his quick one liners, his clothing style (who else could pull off those crazy shirts), or even his prankster antics. One of the classics he pulled, constantly and me falling for every time, was John pointing to a “stain” on my shirt, me looking down, and then he’d quickly ‘boop’ me on the nose. Over the years, you’d think I’d learn. You’re right, I did, but John got smarter and he’d find an opportune moment when I’d least expect it before striking. John was never afraid of doing something goofy or saying a silly joke. He was our goofball uncle. He’ll always be apart of us and he’ll always be our John Boy.
We’ll miss your craziness John Boy. Until we meet again.
Love, Dana, Denise, Chip, and Dawson
Our family is very loud and boisterous, crazy, at times obnoxious, but always very loving. John came into our family and fit right in, even adding his own unique insanity whether that be with his quick one liners, his clothing style (who else could pull off those crazy shirts), or even his prankster antics. One of the classics he pulled, constantly and me falling for every time, was John pointing to a “stain” on my shirt, me looking down, and then he’d quickly ‘boop’ me on the nose. Over the years, you’d think I’d learn. You’re right, I did, but John got smarter and he’d find an opportune moment when I’d least expect it before striking. John was never afraid of doing something goofy or saying a silly joke. He was our goofball uncle. He’ll always be apart of us and he’ll always be our John Boy.
We’ll miss your craziness John Boy. Until we meet again.
Love, Dana, Denise, Chip, and Dawson