John E. Southward was lost to his family and friends on Dec. 24, 2006. He is greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. John’s family will be holding a memorial service in his honor on Saturday, June 16, at 1 p.m. and invite all who would like to pay their respects and celebrate his life to join them at the VFW Post 7392 located at 3037 North Goldie Road, Oak Harbor.