John E. McFall, 67, died Feb. 6, 2014, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born Jan. 31, 1947, in Muskogee, Okla., the son of Max and Mary E. Kiser Gideon.

He was a driver for United Parcel Service. After his retirement in 2002, John spent time enjoying his family and friends. He had projects and hobbies that he was passionate about which included restoring the 1910 home on Main Street, hunting with his Gordon Setters, showing his antique cars, riding his motorcycle and entertaining family and friends. His favorite place around the "old" house was the swing on the front porch. Above the swing was a sign that summed up his philosophy "Life is better on the porch." John faced many health challenges but never complained, and he smiled a lot. He lived his life thankful for each new day.

On June 12, 1966, he married Judi K. Ahrens in Hutchinson. She survives. Other survivors include: brother, Ron Gideon (Karen); sister, Vicki Mitchell (Bob); mother-in-law, Loraine Ahrens of Hutchinson; two sisters-in-law, Debbie Gideon-Long (Mark) and Shirley Ahrens; brothers-in-law, Bill Quillen (Rita) and Gerald Ahrens, all of Hutchinson and Sal Badagaliacco, Okla.; several nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents, Max Gideon and Mary Gideon Swartz; brother, Gary L. Gideon; sister, Patty Badagaliacco; brother-in-law, Don Ahrens; and father-in-law, Delmer Ahrens.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014, at Elliott Chapel, Hutchinson, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating. Private inurnment will be at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, at a later date. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary. Memorials may be made to Cause for Paws or Hutchinson School of Tae Kwon Do, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.