John David Imel, 51, passed unexpectedly from his earthly life on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at his home.

He was born March 21, 1964 in Hamilton County, Indiana, the son of the late David Joe and Emily June Hughes Imel.

John is survived by his wife of 31 years, Sandi Imel; sons, John Imel (spouse, Angil) and Jeff Imel; daughter, Ashley Imel; grandchildren, Emmaleigh Imel, Gavin Imel, Liberty Kaufman and Evan Kaufman; and three sisters.

Most important in John's life was his beloved family, especially his grandchildren who affectionately called him Papaw. He was a simple man who enjoyed Indy car racing, his mustang car, all of God's nature in the outdoors, and his much loved dachshund, Maggie. John's sudden departure has left an empty place at our family table, in his recliner and in our hearts.

The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at Cape Fear Community Fellowship (CF2). Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Park.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at Cape Fear Community Fellowship (CF2). Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Park.