of Conway, AR
February 1, 1956 - June 26, 2011
John Crnic, Jr., 55, of Conway, passed away at his home, Sunday, June 26, 2011 after a five year battle with a brain tumor. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri to John Crnic, Sr. and Joan Theroff Crnic. John was a graduate of Platte City High School, received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri at Rolla and his MBA from Murray State University. He worked for Kimberly-Clark, Memphis and Conway Mills for 20 years and was most recently employed by Polymer Group Incorporated in Little Rock. John was a member of First United Methodist Church in Conway.
He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Melanie Cole Crnic; their daughter, Amanda; his previously mentioned parents, of Platte City, MO; siblings Janice Crnic Miller (Mike) of Camden Point, MO, Guy Crnic of Houston, TX, Paul Crnic (Jacquelyn) of St. Louis, MO and Patty Crnic Homeyer (Rob) of New Haven, MO; nephews and nieces, Knut Brower, Scott Miller (Becca), Sara Miller, Adam Homeyer; and mother-in-law, Kathleen Cole of Olive Branch, MS.
John was a private pilot and enjoyed flying as well as all types of hunting, but the greatest delight of his life was his daughter, Amanda. He was known as a man of few words, but loved for his quick wit and dry sense of humor.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 29, at First United Methodist Church in Conway, with Rev. Charles Murry and Rev. Lynn Kilbourne officiating. The family requests that memorial donations be made to First United Methodist Church Youth Ministries, 1610 Prince Street, Conway, AR 72034.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home (501) 327-7727. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
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36 Condolence(s)
KALAM A MOMIN
Monday, September 4, 2017
I was John's roommate when I worked as a summer engineer at KC, Memphis during 1987. Memphis was a new city to me and John was such a nice person and was always very helpful. He had words of wisdom when I needed them. Had lost touched with him for a long time and while trying to locate him, stumbled on this website. May God give strength to his family.
Linda Washington
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Mel and Amanda please accept my deepest sympthy.
Mieke Corbitt
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Melanie and Amanda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. He will be missed greatly.
Kathy Bright
Friday, July 1, 2011
Dear Melanie,
Please accept my deepest sympathy at the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Norma Schiavone
Friday, July 1, 2011
Melanie, I am so sorry for your loss. He fought a good fight. Will keep you in my prayers.
Marvin Burnam and Family
Thursday, June 30, 2011
So very sorry for your loss. Please know that your family are in our prayers that God will give you comfort and strength during this terrible time.
Bonnie Dixon-Holloway
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Melanie and Amanda: you are in my thoughts and prayers. John was a kind person. I consider myself blessed to have worked with him, and for the opportunity to know his family. God bless you.
Phil Allen
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Mel - Joyce and I only learned of John's passing yesterday, and our hearts go out to you and Amanda. We will pray for both of you during this time as you grieve your loss.
Susan Lawrence
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Dear Melanie, I did not know your husband has been very ill until I read the paper this morning. I am so sorry for your heartbreaking loss for you and your daughter. You are in my thoughts and prayers. CRMC-4N.
Angie Smithson
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & family today Melanie.
Ed Hammontree
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
I worked with John at K-C for a number of years. He was a good man. My family and daughter (Lori Reynolds) lift you both up in our prayers.
Rachel Rayl
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this day.
Kristy Kennedy
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Melanie, you and Amanda are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if you need anything. -Kristy & Jeff Kennedy
Bill Burley
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Melanie and Amanda, I am so sad for your loss. I will miss my good neighbor and great friend who stopped by often just to share his warm smile and witty outlook on life.
Kelly Godfrey
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I had the pleasure of working with John at KC. And he was the best..May God bless and guide you through this time.
Lyle and Chris Dent
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
We are thinking of you.
Ms. Wilson, CSMS CT: Intro teacher
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Amanda, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Sarah Luyet
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Melanie,
You are in my thoughts and prayers! May God give you peace and comfort during this time and give you the courage and perseverance to carry on.
Clem Pilgrim
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Melanie and Amanda,
We are praying for you strength in this difficult time.Trust in God and He will direct your path.
Clem Pilgrim
Eric Glover
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
I had the honor of working with John at KC Conway Mills. He was an excellent engineer and a good friend. John treated we machine operators with kindness and respect. I can only imagine how wonderfully he treated his family! I will keep you, his loving family, in my thoughts and prayers. May the Holy Spirit wrap around you and keep you near to God during this difficult time. In His love, Eric Glover
Beverly Sanders
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Melanie and Amanda, I am so sorry for the loss of John. I know you are both hearbroken right now, even though John has been sick for a long time. I will keep both of you plus your entire faimilies in my prayers as you go through these next few months. I know you kiew it was coming and probably thought you were prepared but you would never have been ready to give John up. I am not going to bother you at home because I know you probably have a house full. I will be at the funeral tomorrow, but may not get to see you them either. I will try. Bev
Kenneth Rains
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
God give you peace and comfort
Susan Birdsong
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Birdsong
Josie Acre
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Mel you and Amanda are in my thoughts and prayers.I love ya..
Crystal Coffman
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Guy,
Our condolences go out to you and your family in this time of need. Letting you know that the Personal Property Correction's Group from HCAD are thinking of you and missing you.
Patricia Huizar, Crystal Coffman, Veronica Briones, Darlene Dichero and Robert Brown
Crystal Coffman
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Our condolences go out to you and your family in this time of need. Letting you know that the Personal Property Correction's Group from HCAD are thinking of you and missing you.
Patricia Huizar, Crystal Coffman, Veronica Briones, Darlene Dichero and Robert Brown
Sharon Andersson
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Melanie & Amanda~
May you find peace and comfort in the days and weeks to come. You're in my thoughts and prayers. John was a very good man and it was very evident how much he loved his family!
Susan Molsbee
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Melanie and Amanda, my family's prayers go out to you and your family for strength and peace during this time. John fought an amazing battle these last few years and I know he did it to spend more time with the two of you. I know he is looking down from Heaven and preparing a place for all of you to be together again some day. His strength and courage was astounding.
McClellans
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Mel and Amanda: holding you and all the family in prayer. Peace be with you all knowing John is in His hands, ending all pain and suffering.
Stay strong for eachother.
Love, Ron, Bev, Cassie, & Molly McClellan
Sue Farris
Monday, June 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eddie Bradley
Monday, June 27, 2011
I am very sorry to hear of John's passing. Given that John was indeed "a man of few words", I consider myself honored to have the many conversations John and I had as neighbors at Green Gables. My thoughts and prayers go to Melanie and Amanda.
Kimberly Brandt
Monday, June 27, 2011
My parents always regarded John so highly during their years at Conway Mills with him. Then came the Red Cross Volunteering, Flying and genuine friendship between our families. He always took time to stop whatever he was doing to visit...such a genuinely good man! So happy that I was privileged to know him. I know he will be greatly missed. I am praying for you, Melanie and Amanda.
Mark & Sharon Brandt
Monday, June 27, 2011
I worked with John at Kimberly-Clark and also had the privilege of flying with him while he was a member of the Civil Air Patrol. It was obvious to anyone that spent time with John, that love Melanie & Amanda deeply.
We will be praying for your family.
Mark & Sharon Brandt
Judith Ingle
Monday, June 27, 2011
I was so sad to hear of John's passing. I worked with him years ago at KC in Conway. He will be missed. My prayers are with the family.
Pat Jablonski
Monday, June 27, 2011
Dear Mel and Amanda,
My sympathy to both of you during this dificult time! You have been so strong. I am comforted knowing John is no longer suffering and I can just see him "sauntering" down the streets of Heaven. He was a dear friend and I treasure the memories of knowing and working with him. Much love!
Dick & Diane Siekkinen
Monday, June 27, 2011
We are deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. John was a good friend during the time he spent in Kentucky. May God provide relief to your sorrow and provide support in the days ahead.