John Thomas Maher III
John Thomas Maher III, age 53, of Gladwin, Michigan died on Thursday, September 5, 2024 in Tawas City, Michigan while vacationing. He was born the son of John and Joyce (Black) Maher II on December 7, 1970 in Colombus, Ohio.
He graduated from Gladwin High School and later went on to work as an oil rig driller for several years. John enjoyed RC cars, shiny chrome, old cars, loved his loud music, mud bogging, burn outs, collecting old pictures and telling the history behind each photo. John was willing to help anyone and strangers to make sure everyone felt loved. He had a great sense of humor, was very generous and loved to have fun with everyone he encountered.
John is survived by his daughters: Rachelle (Kyle) Miller and Caitlin (Frank) Cuccia; his dad, Richard Ellis; sisters: Shelly King and Nichole Maher; grandchildren: Sophie, Rebecca and River; nieces and nephews: Bailey, Michiel, Levon, Brody, Mary and Bo. John was preceded in death by his mom, Joyce Ellis; his brother, Jason Maher; and many other family members and life long friends.
Cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held on September 28, 2024 at Sage Township Hall from 2-7 p.m. John will be laid to rest with his family at the Tobacco Dale Cemetery in Beaverton.
Condolences may be made at www.bureshfuneralhomes. com.