John David Bishop

His legacy . . . John David Bishop, age 57, of Clarklake, passed away Jan. 17, 2016, at Allegiance Health. He was born Aug. 15, 1958, in Royal Oak, Mich., the son of Robert W. and Mary K. (Hickey) Bishop. His family and friends are deeply saddened by John’s passing and they will carry the memory of John in their hearts forever.

His family . . . John leaves behind three sons, Jarrod Bishop, Jordan Bishop and Justin Bishop; his parents; siblings, Bob (Robin) Bishop, Mary (Jim) Smith, Peggy (Jeff) Barron, Susie (Joe) Niehaus, Nancy (Mike) Cowden and Ann (Paul) Connolly; grandson, Roman Bishop; 37 nieces and nephews.

His farewell . . . A memorial mass will be Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016, at St. Rita Catholic Church beginning with a gathering at 10 a.m. until the time of mass at 11 a.m. with Father Tom Helfrich as presider. In John’s honor memorial donations may be shared with the charity of donor’s choice.

Please sign John’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for the Bishop family by calling 877-231-7900.