Ira John "Johnny" Coombs
Ira John "Johnny" Coombs
June 30, 1947 ~ August 2, 2014
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD with Brother Billie Coombs, S.T. officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 5, 2014 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
Ira John “Johnny” Coombs, Jr., 67, of California, MD passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 2, 2014 at his residence. Born on June 30, 1947 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the loving son of the late Frances Marie Cameron Coombs, and Ira John Coombs, Sr. Johnny was the loving husband of Ruth Ann (Joy) Coombs, whom he married in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD. Johnny is survived by his daughter: Kim Ann Bistline of Leonardtown, MD, and Anna Joy Bussler (Frankie) of Mechanicsville, MD, Grandchildren: Emma Elise Bussler, Carson Lee Bistline, and Dalton Nash Bussler. Siblings: Rex Coombs (Kathy), Dee Coombs (Nita) both of Leonardtown, MD. He was preceded in death by his brother Dan Elliott Coombs.
Johnny graduated from high school in 1965, he was certified as a Machinist in 1968; he served 5 years with the Maryland Nation Guard from 1966 to 1971. He worked as an Engineering Technician for the Department of Navy at Patuxent River, MD, from March, 1964 for 30 years,. Johnny was a man of many qualities and could solve any problem with his common sense abilities and the experience and knowledge he had so meticulously filed for quick retrieval. He loved his antique cars, owning many different years and models over time, all manufactured by Ford. He was an avid Ford man and expressed that boastfully during NASCAR races. He was proud of his 1964 Ford Galaxie 500XL and kept it groomed, spotless and original for a long time until his illness prevented him from making it perfect for the car shows. He enjoyed going to Carlisle, Pennsylvania to vend several times a year and looked forward to those times. Johnny spent many hours relaxing on the Patuxent River with his crab net and trotline. His grandchildren were his pride and joy and he so often bragged of their talents to anyone who would listen. He deemed his lot in life to teach all his family and friends to do things his way. And it usually worked.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM on August 6, 2014 in the Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Billie Coombs, S.T. officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers; Rex Coombs, Dee Coombs, Julie Coombs, Pete Cameron, Billy Cameron and Joe Cameron. Honorary Pallbearers: Emma Bussler, Carson Bistline, Katie Coombs, Bryan Thomas, and Dalton Bussler. Contributions may be made to the Leonardtown Vol. Rescue Squad Auxiliary P.O. Box 299 Leonardtown, MD 20650, and/or Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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June 30, 1947 ~ August 2, 2014
Ira John “Johnny” Coombs, Jr., 67, of California, MD passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 2, 2014 at his residence. Born on June 30, 1947 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the loving son of the late Frances Marie Cameron Coombs, and Ira John Coombs, Sr. Johnny was the loving husband of Ruth Ann (Joy) Coombs, whom he married in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD. Johnny is survived by his daughter: Kim Ann Bistline of Leonardtown, MD, and Anna Joy Bussler (Frankie) of Mechanicsville, MD, Grandchildren: Emma Elise Bussler, Carson Lee Bistline, and Dalton Nash Bussler. Siblings: Rex Coombs (Kathy), Dee Coombs (Nita) both of Leonardtown, MD. He was preceded in death by his brother Dan Elliott Coombs.
Johnny graduated from high school in 1965, he was certified as a Machinist in 1968; he served 5 years with the Maryland Nation Guard from 1966 to 1971. He worked as an Engineering Technician for the Department of Navy at Patuxent River, MD, from March, 1964 for 30 years,. Johnny was a man of many qualities and could solve any problem with his common sense abilities and the experience and knowledge he had so meticulously filed for quick retrieval. He loved his antique cars, owning many different years and models over time, all manufactured by Ford. He was an avid Ford man and expressed that boastfully during NASCAR races. He was proud of his 1964 Ford Galaxie 500XL and kept it groomed, spotless and original for a long time until his illness prevented him from making it perfect for the car shows. He enjoyed going to Carlisle, Pennsylvania to vend several times a year and looked forward to those times. Johnny spent many hours relaxing on the Patuxent River with his crab net and trotline. His grandchildren were his pride and joy and he so often bragged of their talents to anyone who would listen. He deemed his lot in life to teach all his family and friends to do things his way. And it usually worked.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM on August 6, 2014 in the Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Billie Coombs, S.T. officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers; Rex Coombs, Dee Coombs, Julie Coombs, Pete Cameron, Billy Cameron and Joe Cameron. Honorary Pallbearers: Emma Bussler, Carson Bistline, Katie Coombs, Bryan Thomas and Dalton Bussler. Contributions may be made to the Leonardtown Vol. Rescue Squad Auxiliary P.O. Box 299 Leonardtown, MD 20650, and/or Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“hey know your setting up there in heaven with that grin on your face looking down on me saying franklin (as I grow to think was my real name after dealing with you ) what in the world is wrong with you all WELL LET ME TELL YOU THIS ABOUT THAT which I could bet you would tell me and anybody how would be in listening distance of you words just can’t begin to say how much I will miss you but I will always have the memories of the years and time we have know each other (man I could write a book on them) hey one that really comes to mind is when AJ left her keys in my truck and I tried to hang them on door handle and they fell hitting the door jamb yall thought I was a burglar and you had that bolt action shot gun (with the bolt open of course) and I as I was standing there half way smiling and thinking what is he going to do with that try to hit me over the head and of course as you did lots of times read me the riot act well that’s one of a lot of memories as you know im not one to speak or say a lot in public or express my feelings but was just sitting on porch looking over across the yard at your old house listening to frogs and fighting back the tears and had to send you a message as I didn’t get a chance or really have the courage to tell ya this things in person bye for now (I know I will be talking to you in pray and sometimes in life when things don’t go right for me and you will probally say franklin let me tell ya this about that or if I think of fun times we shared together and you say I don’t detect any humor in that with that grin well god bless ya as I know your pain free now P,S do they have car shows up there cause when I got the news this morning a thought they must be having a car show and needed your assist 🙁 “
“We are so sorry for your loss. Johnny was such a nice person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“my condolences to Ruth and family on Johnny’s passing. “
“We are so sorry Ruthie and family, for your loss. You will all be in our prayers.”
“Ruth, Kim, AJ, Frankie, Dalton, Emma & Carson, Sending our prayers and thoughts out to each of you. Keep all the wonderful thoughts in your hearts and “Johnny” will be with you always. God Bless each of you during this difficult time.”
“RuthAnn and family we were so sadden to hear of Johnny passing.May God be with each of you at this very sad time.With our deepest sympathy. “
“To the Coombs Family we are sorry for the loss of your loved one . Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Ruth there are no words to ecpress the saddness we feel at this time. Your memories will hold him close to you. RIP my ffriend and fly with the angels as you watch over your family “
“Our prayers are with you all…”
“So sorry to hear; one of the good guys.”
“So sorry to hear about your loss My thoughts are with you Ira was a good classmate and a really wonderful person He will be missed by all We were fortunate to have him with us for as long as we did He touched us all”
“Dear Ruth, Butch and I were saddened to hear about Johnny’s passing. Please let us know how we can help.”
“Dear Ruth, Butch and I were saddened to hear about Johnny’s passing. Please let us know how we can help.”
“Kimmie Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
“I am sorry to hear about Ira’s death. We were friends in high school and I used to give him a ride to school in our senior year. My sympathy to his family.”
“Ruth, Kim and Aj…so many memories of Johnny. Sorry to hear of his passing and u and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. I’m sure him and Dad have been reunited and are sitting back talking about old cars and carrying on. Sending lots of hugs and love. “
“Ruth, Kim, A.J. and all of the family: We are very sorry for your loss. Ruth, you did everything you could to make Johnny’s life here on earth the best possible. Johnny, R.I.P. Sissy & Raymond”
“Ruth & All Family members, condolences on the loss of Johnny. He fought a very long, hard battle. Ruth, anything I can do for you, just call. Prayers to All of You. Lv Ann”
“Ruth, Johnny sure did fight a long battle with everything he has been through. You are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“”My sincere condolences to the family “
“Ruth, Rex, Dee and family, please accept our deepest, heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Those words seem to be too little for what all of you must be feeling at this difficult time. Johnny’s family and my family have been friends since we were babies and grew up together. In our family album are pictures of all us together during our growing up years. Johnny never changed from the good and caring person that I have always known. All of you will be in our prayers and thoughts during this most difficult time.”
“Rex, Dee, Ruth and family So sorry to hear about Johnny. “
“Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers during this sorrowful time. May Mr. Coombs rest in peace. Hugs. “
“Our deepest sympathy to Ruth, Kim, AJ, and all of Johnny’s family. Our faith tells us that Johnny is completely healed of the pain and suffering he has so endured for so many years. May good memories give you peace and comfort in the days ahead. “
“Ruth and Family, So sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Johnny and Ronnie can now catch up on old times. “
“Dear Ruth,Kim, A.J. & Family * * To each of you, the Missionary Servants offer their Masses & Prayers for Johnny & family. I was happy to spend Saturday afternoon with Johnny before the Angels came and took him to his eternal reward. It’s a real honor to be asked to lead his services. May He Rest In Peace. In the Most Holy Trinity, Brother Bill Coombs, S.T.”
“Ruth and AJ, We are deeply sadden of the news. You are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“It is with sincere sorrow that I learned of Johnny’s passing. We worked together and I have fond memories of that. He used to say the funniest things while we worked together and it made the time we spent at work so much more enjoyable. He use to say, “Well there’s a trick to it” and “Let me tell you this about that” He will be missed and I’m so thankful to have known Him. God Bless.”
“Ruth & Family, Sorry about Johnny Passing. Just remember that death leaves a broken heart but all of the wonderful memories will last a life time. I feel for you because I know what it is like to lose your loveone I still think of Jenny it has been (2) years for her now and I still miss her so much. “
“Ruth,AJ and Kim I was so shocked when I came home and looked at obituary column and seen Johnny’s name. I had not seen him in a few months and did not know he was that ill especially after all he went through with his heart. He helped me out alot when I first was having my issues with my heart. I have known him and his dad way back when I worked at Fenwick Ford {what a die hard Ford fan}. Ruth, he was a wonderful person to be friends with and I am sure going to miss him and our conversations. Anything I can do for you just ask. R.I.P. old buddy. “
“Ruth I am sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. I too went through this last year with the passing of my husband. The memories you will cherish and hold close to your heart. I waited on Johnny at the dry cleaners. He was always a pleasure to talk too. The heart remembers most what it has loved best. You are in my thoughts”
“Rex ,Kathy and Coombs family. We are so sorry for your loss. We know he will be missed. Bobby and Barbara McGill.”
“Ruth, Kim, A.J., and family, so sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. We send our deepest sympathy, and prayers to you all. Treasure all your wonderful memories and in hopes they give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.”
“Ruth, Kim & AJ – Our thoughts of you, Johnny and your family go back a long way. We are going to miss him, especially at auctions and car shows. We always enjoyed talking to him. He was always so well versed on so many subjects. So very sorry we can’t be there with you this week but you all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all. “
“Ruth, I am so sorry about Johnny’s passing. I am so glad that I was able to see you a few weeks ago. I enjoyed talking with both of you. Especially glad I saw Johnny since I hadn’t seen you guys in so long. Johnny was always a pleasure to talk with. Maybe that is because both of us like FORDs. You are in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Dear Rex and Dee (and families)–my heartfelt sympathies. Please know your ‘old’ friends are thinking of you and keeping you close in prayer.”
“Ruth: Spending time with you on Saturday was great. Somehow our families always manage to be together during the important times whether sad or happy. I think it goes back to our parents knowing each other before we were even born and after all these years (at least 71) we are still so close. You know I will be there on Tuesday and Wednesday and any time we can make it happen. You are so accepting of the inevitable and such a comfort to those that need you. Johnny exerienced more pain than all of us and is now in a more peaceful place.”
“I am really gonnna miss watching NASCAR with my Grandfather. Also talking on the phone with him about anything “hello” was what he answered with every time no hey no hi just “hello”. Johnny was very good at figuring out how to do things when they needed to get done and he knew how to successfully use about every tool known to man and he owned just about every tool too for those of you who knew about his stuff.Last summer working with him I could almost run circles around him when we were doing our work he would say “Carson if you ever get to be as old as I am you might understand” and that would make me laugh.As the obituary says he was a NASCAR fan and liked the big Ford teams, my favorite driver is Jeff Gordon so he would always yell “run him in the wall”. He did not like any Chevrolet driver. I loved to watch the races with him though. I miss Poppop “
“Ruth and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know, if we can help you. Deepest Sympathy.”
“Ruth, AJ & Family – You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have great memories of Johnny and him always complaining if we weren’t driving the Ford Ambulance to pick him up. May his sweet soul always be with you! “
“We are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can do any thing please let me know. May God bless you all.”
“Ruth and family our sincerest condolences on the loss of Johnny. I will now miss even more the Johnnyism — “what in the world kind of mess have you gotten me into now?””
“Ira was a good friend and a good guy throughout our years at Ryken. My sympathy goes out to his family. “
“RuthAnn, Kim and AJ, we are so sorry about Johnny’s passing. He was a wonderful person and a dear friend. He will be missed by all. Hold on to the memories and they will help get you and your family through this rough time. R.I.P. Johnny”
“Ruth, Kim & A.J., We are so sorry for your loss. Hopefully the love of family and friends will get you through this difficult time. You are all in our prayers.”
“So sorry to hear of Ira’s passing. He was a great classmate in high school, always had a constant smile and warm personality. My sincere condolences to his family.”
“So sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. He was a gentle soul and always a genuinely a nice person. He will be missed by all that knew him.”
“Ruth, Kim, AJ, and family, I was sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. God is so good and I know he’ll wrap all of you in His loving embrace as you move through this most difficult time. I’ll be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers…”
“Ruth, Lois and I are saddened to hear about Johnny’s passing.Our prayers are with you. Ron & Lois”
“Ruth and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful and difficult time. May the many happy memories that you created and cherished with Ira, give you the strength to carry on in the days to come.”
“Dear Ruth, I’m very saddened to hear that Jonny has pasted. I enjoyed working with him for so many years, and had the greatest respect for his abilities and knowledge. He was also one of the funniest guys I had the pleasure of working with. My best wishes to you and your family. . “
“”Ruth and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful difficult time. May the many happy memories that you cherished with Johnny, give you the strength to carry on in the difficult days to come.””
“Dear Ruth Ann and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Johnny has earned his reward and is with Our Lord. May he rest in peace. God Bless you during this difficult time.”
“Ruth, Kim, A.J., Losing a Husband and Dad and long time Friend is always tough. Reflecting on his life with such serious illness and restrictions makes us all sad at his passing. If you focus on the support, joy, fun and all the love all of you helped him have over those years it might make it a little easier and you can be proud of the family and folks you have been for Ira….you all fought the good fight right along with him. He told me so.”
“Johnny will sure be missed at all the family functions our deepest sympathy”
“Ruth, Kim, AJ, and all of Johnny’s family: Our hearts are heavy knowing the pain and sorrow you are all going through. It is so hard to lose someone you love but also hard to watch them suffer. We’ve known Johnny since we were teenagers and he was a dear friend. Be proud knowing that he touched so many hearts and how much he was loved by so many people. He will be missed by all that had the pleasure to know him. Remember all of the happy times that you shared with him and all of the memories that you made. Know that he is in heaven now, watching over you and smiling and that he suffers no more. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can help you in any way. God bless you all.”
“Rex, Kathy and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“Ruth and family, Sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. We were best of friends from the 1st through 8th grades at Little Flower and worked side by side at the Range Directorate in the 70’s through the 90’s. We attended many car shows together as both of our interests were similar. We’ll miss seeing him at the local car shows. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. God bless.”
“Ruth, Kim, A.J. & Family, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. If there is anything you need, please don’t hesitiate to ask. “
“I’ll make sure to try to keep your 64 in top shape!! And be the best and safe driver I can be. Gonna miss ya Poppop, and we will make sure we use the bidder #64 is used by one of us! He loved going to auctions and buying things! Don’t buy too much up there now!! 😉 <3"
“Our grandfather was a funny awesome man and loved Ford and NASCAR. he would always brag about us and Carson on our talents. He did not like when I (Emma) wore flip-flops as he called shower shoes because he was afraid i was going to get hurt with them on being a caring grandfather! He was happy to take my first drive in my ooorange ( as he called it) mustang he called the little ford. He was happy that i got my permit to drive. I (Dalton) loved watching races with Poppop. My favorite is Jimmie Johnson #48 and Poppop always want fords or his favorite driver to wreak him. We will never forget the story of when he was driving and a person was walking down the street on thier phone and that person tripped over a turtle. We will miss u soooo much! See u later aligator! as he said when we woud leave. Enjoy the car show and crabs in heaven. XOXO <3 Love Ya!! "
“Ruthie and family, we were saddened to hear of Johnny passing. We will keep you all in our prayers. R.I.P. Johnny.”
“Ruth, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours in this most trying of times. I know it has been many years but we remember the good times when we would have the people from Social Services into our home for a get together, the laughs and enjoyment that we had then are still with us. May He Rest in Peace. “
“Dear Ruth and Family. We are all so sad to hear of Johnny’s passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if we can help in anyway. God Bless you all. Please take care.”
“Kim and Carson, Our deepest sympathies go out to you. All our love.”
“Ruth I just learned that Johnny had passed. I am so sorry for you and your family. Please know I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Ruth, A.J., Kim & Family my prayers are with you all.Johnny was a great guy & friend.”
“Ruth, I just heard this afternoon that Johnny had passed away. So sorry to hear of your loss. It seems like only yesterday we were working together in the VS Projects group at VX-20. I remember that you often talked about Johnny and that he meant the world to you. Although I only met Johnny a few times, I always found him to be a humorous, kind and gentle soul. Time passes so very quickly doesn’t it?……… sometimes it seems to pass even quicker as the years go by. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. “
“Ruth and Family, Was very sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. He will be missed by many.”
“Dear Ruth, Kim and A.J., We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your dear husband, father and grandfather.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.”
“Dear Ruth and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. I was out of town with family in Ocean City since Aug.1 and just got back last night (Aug. 8). Was so shocked. It was so great talking to you a few weeks ago (or is it months now?). Remember the good times and know that I am here if you need anything. We “Loveville Girls” have to stick together. Love and Deepest Sympathy, Sally”
“Ruth and Family I’m so sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. You are in my thoughts. Cherish your memories and keep him close to your heart.”
“Ruth–We just learned of Johnny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will miss his friendly smile and gentle ways. Your friends now living in Florida.”
“Ruth, We are so sorry for the loss of Johnny. I felt I knew him well from all of the funny stories you would tell about him while working together in the S-3 Office many years ago. You were always there for him and you and the girls have our deepest sympathy. Bonnie & George Fairfax”
“We are saddened to hear of Johnny’s passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Ruth and family, so sorry to hear about Johnny so late. We actually crabbed together one morning and had a nice talk. May he rest in peace. Donald”