John A. Dyke

February 1, 1953 - January 19, 2020

John A. Dyke, age 66, of DeMotte, Indiana passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020 at home surrounded by loved ones. John was born on February 1, 1953 in Roseland, Illinois. He was the son of William and Grace (VanderLaan) Dyke. John graduated from Illiana Christian High School, Class of 1971. He married the love of his life, Elaine F. Wierman on March 9, 1973 in Lansing, Illinois. John was the Town Manager and building inspector for the Town of DeMotte, and also a member of the Jasper County Economic Development Org for 17 years. He previously was the head custodian at KV High School for over 10 years and also owned and operated DeMotte Manufacturing for 25 years. John was a member at Immanuel United Reformed Church. He loved fishing, making stained glass, making wine, spending time with family, and was an avid reader. John is survived by his wife of 46 years, Elaine Dyke; children: Bethany (Mark) Birkett; John W. (Tina) Dyke; Mark (Kate) Dyke; Leah (Kevin) Getz; Timothy (Alicia) Dyke; 18 grandchildren; siblings: Arlene Visser; William (Harriet) Dyke; Marilyn (Dennis) Churilla; Janis (David) Standarski; Linda (Scott) Paarlberg; brother-in-law, Wesley Mesman; and sister-in-law, Christy Dyke. John is preceded in death by his parents, brother: Tom Dyke, and sister: Beverly Mesman. Friends may visit with the family from 2:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Immanuel United Reformed Church of DeMotte. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 10:30 AM at Immanuel United Reformed Church with Pastor Roberto Rossi officiating. Interment will follow in the Cemetery of the Resurrection. Memorial contributions may be made to the DeMotte Christian Schools.