Johnny Junior Belew, age 82, of Springfield, Missouri went to be with the Lord Friday, March 27, 2026. He was born on November 10, 1943, in Redfield, Iowa, to John & Margaret Belew. John served in the Navy reserves for 9 years. He married the love of his life, Marilyn K. Belew December 11, 1970.
John was a diesel mechanic until his retirement. After retirement he enjoyed gardening. Whether growing vegetables and sharing with family and friends, tending to his flowers, or working in his yard he enjoyed it all. He never knew a stranger and was loved by everyone who met him. He was proceeded in death by his loving wife Marilyn Belew, his parents John and Margaret Belew, two sisters Nancy Lewis, Jean Cantrell, brother Gary Belew, and a son Johnny Belew.
He leaves behind, two sons Danny Belew and Kenny Nall, a daughter Sherry Wilson, son in-law Rob Wilson and sister, Cheryl Ireton-Belew. Along with grandchildren, great grandchildren and many other family members and friends.