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John Robert Sewell

May 10, 1943 - February 14, 2022

John Robert Sewell, 78, of Berea, Ky passed away at his home on February 14, 2022, after a short battle with AML Leukemia. John leaves behind a wife of 36 years, Sandra Johnson Sewell. Three children Beverly Hoover, Robert (Christie) Sewell, and Nelson (Camille) Sewell. Four stepchildren, Mike (Robin) Bowers, Shawn (Melissa) Bowers, Jeremy Johnson, Benjamin Johnson. Seventeen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Three brothers, Elmer (Faye) Sewell, Gene Sewell, and Harold (Shirley) Sewell. Multiple nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents John (Anna) Sewell, one sister Doris (Elbert) Groskopf, one brother Richard (Lynn) Sewell, and one great grandchild Trenton Harrison. He was a firm believer in God and was a Primitive Baptist. John was a professional pilot and an air frame/ power plane mechanic by trade. John was a veteran of the US Navy. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He enjoyed building and repairing things of all size and shapes. He enjoyed flight instruction and teaching whatever he knew to others. He leaves behind a wealth of knowledge of all his skills to many people, of all ages. He enjoyed his flying with a passion and flew many types of aircraft. He had the opportunity to travel many times to many places. He helped others whenever possible and didn’t mind lending a helping hand. But most of all John was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed by all. Until we meet again. Services will be held at the Carlisle-Clark Funeral Home on February 18, 2022, with Chaplin Nelson Sewell officiating Visitation 10:00am till 11:00am for immediate family and regular visitation from 11:00am till 2:00pm with service to follow. In leu of flowers please make donations to Hospice of Bluegrass in John Sewell’s name. Carlisle-Clark Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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John Robert Sewell, 78, of Berea, Ky passed away at his home on February 14, 2022, after a short battle with AML Leukemia. John leaves behind a wife of 36 years, Sandra Johnson Sewell. Three children Beverly Hoover, Robert (Christie) Sewell,... View Obituary & Service Information

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