John Wilburn ORear

John Wilburn (J.W.) O’Rear was born January 2, 1922 and passed from this life on January 17, 2020, at the age of 98. J.W. enjoyed life to the fullest and was a man of his word . His integrity was his greatest attribute. He was affectionately called , “ Wiggs”, due to his head of wavy hair . While in college , he played many sports, and afterwards joined the U.S. Navy and served for 4 years. J. W. had a lovefor building , and was a successful home builder for 70 years. He loved to travel with his wife , Pat, of 13 years. He will be deeply missed by friends and family. Mr. O’Rear is preceded in death by his son : Ace O’Rear , and the mother of his son : Ella Ree O’Rear Father: John Calhoun O’Rear Mother: Dena Sanford O’Rear Brothers: R.D. O’Rear Roy O’Rear Carlton O’Rear He is survived by his wife, Pat of 13 years. Brothers: James O’Rear Norman O’Rear Sisters: Sybil Johnson & husband Johnny Betty Hearn Grandchildren: Kyle O’Rear & his wife Elizabeth Katie May & her husband Keith Kamy O’Rear Great grandchildren: Abby, Ashton, Henry & Charlie Numerous nieces, nephews, family & friends