{"id":22939,"date":"2026-11-01T03:41:45","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T03:41:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brossspidlemonuments.com\/?p=22939"},"modified":"2026-11-03T03:43:58","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T03:43:58","slug":"john-thomas-williamson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brossspidlemonuments.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/01\/john-thomas-williamson\/","title":{"rendered":"John Thomas Williamson"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"John<\/em><\/p>\n

December 3, 1964 \u2013 November 1, 2026<\/em><\/p>\n

John Thomas Williamson, 61, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026, in Olathe, Kansas, following a lengthy battle with cancer.<\/p>\n

John was born on December 3, 1964, in Clinton, Missouri, to Dean and Dorothy Williamson. He and his twin, Jim, shared a lifelong bond and love of motorcycles. His beloved Aunt Mary and Uncle Ralph also played an important role in his upbringing.<\/p>\n

John worked for many years as a truck driver, both over the road and locally, and at one time, worked in the family trucking business. An avid motorcycle enthusiast, he traveled through all 48 contiguous states and Canada on his Harley-Davidsons. He served as a route master for the March of Dimes Bikers for Babies charity rides and was an active member of the Heart of America Motorcycle Enthusiasts (HOAME), helping organize the club\u2019s annual motorcycle show.<\/p>\n

John was known for his fiercely independent spirit, extensive knowledge of motorcycles and military history, and love of adventure. He enjoyed classic rock, particularly The Eagles, Western movies, and his favorite film, Easy Rider. He also loved good food, everyday adventures with Amy, motorcycle trips with friends and family, and rescuing dogs.<\/p>\n

John is survived by his three daughters, Sharin (Thomas) Ray, and Stephanie (Keith) Turner, and Stacie (Colter) VanGilder; 14 grandchildren; his twin brother, Jim; younger brother, Gary (Beth) Williamson; sister, Annie (Mark) Albright; his longtime partner of more than 20 years, Amy Wood; and his beloved dog, Maggie.<\/p>\n

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dean and Dorothy Williamson, and his cherished Aunt Mary and Uncle Ralph.<\/p>\n

John will be remembered for his fiercely patriotic spirit, his love of adventure, and the friendships he built throughout his life. He traveled far, lived on his own terms, and left behind a lifetime of memories for those who knew and loved him.<\/p>\n

Please visit John\u2019s Facebook page<\/a><\/strong> to leave memories and stories from his life.<\/p>\n

Arrangements in care of Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.<\/p>\n

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