John Haggard

John Tyler "Big John" Haggard, with his wife of 49 years, Susie, by his side, passed away late Sunday, March 22, 2020.On November 29, 1948 he was born into his role as the second of five children of Vernard and Joan (Miller) Haggard.Those who knew him in his childhood knew him as "Big John". To some he was John. His sons knew him as Dad and his grandchildren knew him as Gramp. His name can rarely be mentioned without talk of his drag racing days in his famous'67 Chevelle SS. Most who knew him also knew of the many bridges he built in the 33 years he worked at Vincennes Steel. He was a hard worker who enjoyed fishing and hunting. He could often be found working with his grandchildren in his garden or his wood shop. He was always working on something.In heaven, John joined those who preceded him in death, which are his father and mother as well as his brother Burley "BJ" Haggard. He leaves behind his wife Teresa "Susie" Haggard; his son Todd Haggard and his wife Misty; Son Jerry Haggard and his wife Carrie; and grandchildren Tiffany, Johnathan; Jacob; Jade; Morgan; Michael and Bradyn. Along with his sister Janice Reeves; brother Jerry and his wife Janie; brother Jeff and his wife Kim; and his sister-in-law Judy Haggard. As well as many nieces and nephews and many other kids who called him Gramp. His funny stories, his wit and jokes will be missed by all who have blessed to know him.His family will be celebrating his life and his entry to heaven with a memorial which is yet to be announced. Goodwin-Sievers Funeral home is honored to serve the family of John Tyler Haggard.