John Edward Wagner, age 67 of Batesville, passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021 at his home. The son of Gilbert and Caroline Wagner was born on December 28, 1953 in Batesville. He married Patricia Giesting on February 20, 1988 in Batesville.

John worked for Batesville Casket Company for 44 years before he retired. He loved being outdoors and spending time out mowing the yard. He enjoyed fishing and hunting including mushroom hunting.  Bowling was another favorite hobby of his and he even bowled a perfect 300 game once.  John was always ready for a game of horseshoes too, but most of all he liked spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia; daughters, Nichole (Michael) Sutherland of Batesville and Maggie Wagner of Batesville; five grandchildren, Mya, Dominic, Mason, Hunter and Lucas; one brother and three sisters.

Visitation will be Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 1-3pm with 3:00pm funeral services all at Meyers Funeral Home in Batesville.  Rev. Shawn Crisman officiating.

Memorials may be given to help the family with funeral expenses by bringing to services or mailing to: Meyers Funeral Home, P.O. Box 202, Batesville, IN 47006.

In accordance with the Indiana COVID-19 precautions, all attending are asked to wear a mask and follow proper social distancing protocol. If you are not feeling well, or if you have compromised immune system, you are encouraged to stay home.

You are welcome to leave a message here on John's obituary page for the family in the online guestbook.