John Kenneth DeGolier
August 14, 1959 – January 16, 2026
John Kenneth DeGolier, 66, of Wendell, NC, died on Friday, January 16, 2026.
John was born on August 14, 1959, in Bradford, PA, a son of the late Robert DeGolier (father) and Jeanette Hand DeGolier McCool. John was a fireman for the Town of Wendell for many years and a ranger for the State of Pennsylvania Forestry Service and for Weralitz Inc prior to relocating to North Carolina.
He is preceded in death by father, Robert DeGolier of Bradford, PA, stepfather, Ed McCool of Bradford, PA, father-in-law, Allen Thigpen Sr, of Pink Hill, NC, sister-in-law Paula Miller of Potters Hill, NC, brother Jeffrey Van Curen of Bradford, PA and nephew Beau Baker of Jacksonville, NC.
He is survived by Jean, his loving wife of 36 years and their special pets. He is also survived by mother Jean McCool of Bradford, PA, sister Debra Taggart and spouse Ken, of Rixford, PA, mother-in-law Lou Thigpen of Zebulon, NC, sister-in-law Pam Muller and spouse Craig of Pink Hill, NC, brother-in-law Tony Miller of Potters Hill, NC, brother-in-law Dan Miller and spouse Melissa of Pink Hill, NC, brother-in-law Allen Thigpen Jr, and spouse Gail of Pink Hill, NC, his nieces Heather Monti and spouse Pat of Gifford, PA, Ashey and Brittany Harrell of Jacksonville, NC, Allison Miller of Durham, NC, Angela Waltz and spouse Edward of Maysville, NC, his nephews Billy Taggart and spouse Kheity of Centennial, CO, Andrew Thigpen and spouse Riley of Richlands, NC, David Miller of Potters Hill, NC, Conner Thigpen and spouse Sarita of Leland, NC, Chis Muller and spouse Amanda of Jacksonville, NC, and many cousins and great nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the home he shared with his loving wife, 5 Beefeater Lane, Wendell, NC 27591.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Wounded Warriors and Fallen Firefighter Organizations.
Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 211 W. Third St., Wendell. www.stricklandfuneral.com
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So sorry. 🚒🚨
Jean, I’m so sorry to read that your husband has passed. I’m thinking about you and praying God will comfort you.
Jean, my deepest condolences on the passing of John. May God bring you comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jean, my heartfelt condolences to you during this difficult time. May you find solace and peace in the coming days. To Him we belong and to Him we return.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My thoughts & prayers go out to you and your family. Stay strong Jean & keep being the bright light you were born to be.
Jean, a part of you has gone home. As I’ve always said, take one day at a time.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My thoughts & prayers go out to you and your family. God is with you!
Jean, sending you deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family as you mourn the loss of your husband John. May your memories comfort you.
Jean, my heartfelt condolences to you and the family. My thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time. Sending hugs!
Jean, I pray that during this time of grief and pain, that you are comforted by the presence and peace of the Holy Spirit.
Jean, please know that you are thought of and many prayers are being offered for you and your family.
I was informed of the passing of your husband. I’m very sorry for your loss, Jean.
Jean, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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