John Tupper Obituary

To the Tupper Family,

Our family made many trips to Tupperway in the last 20 years and always found John to be so friendly, polite and trustworthy. He will be greatly missed by everyone whose life he touched.

The Picciones (Frank, Mary Ellen, Kim and Jeff)

I've met Mr. Tupper through my best friend Ana (Mr. and Mrs. Tupper’s exchange student), and I liked him very much from day one. I've been a guest of Mr. and Mrs. Tupper's numerous times since then, and I was always greeted with tremendous kindness and hospitality, and I always felt at home in their house.



I always thought of Mr. Tupper as of a very charismatic, polite and charming man who’s demeanor demanded sympathy and respect, but I really got to know him and witness his unique character through Ana, who loved him and admired him as if he were her father.



He was not just a great host to Ana, he was far more than that. He was always there to protect her, love her, help her and just be there for her. And i know that he made her feel as a part of the family, which as you can imagine means a world to someone who is miles away from home, staying in a foreign country.

It just shows what a generous and a great man he was !



I must admit that I always envied Ana's relationship with her host family. And what a host family she was blessed with! ...such a big, loving, caring and united family, the kind i imagined the exemplar Southern family to be. I am sure Mr. Tupper is watching them from above and feeling very PROUD.



Mr. Tupper made sure that Ana experiences the best that America has to offer, and that she enjoys her stay. Whether it’s dinner parties, boat trips or just hanging out, Mr. and Mrs. Tupper very often hosted us (other exchange students) and showed us some real Southern hospitality that I will forever appreciate and never forget. And when they ask me about American people here at home (Montenegro), I say that they are the kindest people I’ve met thanks to the Tupper family.



So, I would like to send my deepest condolences to the Tupper family, especially to Gloria, whom I admire very much, and just say that I’ll remember John Tupper as a true Southern Gentleman in every sense of the word…of the kind that don’t seem to exist any longer…the kind that you see in good movies…

I was truly saddened to learn of John's death. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.

John, remember the Oakbrook Lions, oyesters, playing poker at conventions and your place on the Edisto, that special jar, Jim's missing car, and all the fun times we had? Thank you so so much for all the wonderful memories! We'll see ya soon!



John

Jack and Family Im sorry to hear ot the death of me Tupper, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

I send my condolences to the Tupper family. John Tupper was a very important person in my life growing up. His memory will always be with me.

Gloria and the Tupper Family, Some men go through life never noticed and never standing for something - John was different. He walked into a room and you knew he was there. He spoke in a group and he was listened to. He really "walked his talk". I witnessed this several years ago when we "tail gated" at a Pinewood away football game. Someone from their booster club complained to John (the cook of course) that since we didn't buy any concessions we were denying them income to help their football team. Monday came and John sent her a $50 check with an apology. I told him several times he was one of my heroes. Mark me as one of his "students" of life.

I will always remember seeing John doing the ice cream commercials. I've had the pleasure of sharing some of the special moments of the Tupper family. Mr. Tupper always made me feel at home. Rest in peace, and may comfort be with the Tupper family.

To the entire Tupper Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I have had the pleasure of knowing John and his family for over 50 years and now know the loss of " A Good Man". God Bless All of You.

John & Judy Hood

To the Tupper family. Our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God wrap his loving arms around you in this time of sorrow and give you peace and loveable memories of Mr. John Tupper. Bless you all from the Myers family.

To the Tupper family, our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God wrap his loving arms around you in this time of sorrow and give you peace and loveable memories of Mr. John Tupper. Bless you all from the Myers family.

Jack and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. My condolences and may God bless you all in your time of grief.

With our deepest sympathy. John has always been a great friend to us,as well as a business associate. We are sorry to hear about his passing. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need.

To the entire Tupper family.

I am truly saddened by your loss of "Papa John". I had the pleasure of knowing John for over thirty years and never have I ever met a more caring and giving man. John never met a stranger. His boyish smile and laughter will be sadly missed, but never forgotten.

Jack, may God be with you and your family during this time of sorrow and grief.

"Rest in peace Papa John".

JACK AND TUPPER FAMILY, MY HEART AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP EACH OF YOU STRONG. THOSE OF US WHO WERE LUCKY ENOUGH TO KNOW MR. JOHN WILL SURELY MISS HIS SMILING FACE.HE WAS A FINE MAN ,WHO I THOUGHT THE WORLD OF. (I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WITH A CHUCKLE-HOW HE WOULD ANNOUNCE ME IN THE MORNING WHEN I USED TO BRING IN FOOD FROM THE CATERING COMPANY TO TUPPERWAY TIRE!) GOD BLESS YOU ALL. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY, PEGI POLK

To the Tupper family, you have my deepest sympathy. My father was Buff Leiding, making John my second cousin. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Terry Leiding Varas

We have had the pleasure of knowing John for over 10 yrs. We have always admired his dedication to his family and the community. As a member of the Summerville Oakbrook Rotary Club, I witnessed first hand his commitment to projects that enhanced the community and its people. We will miss his sense of humor and smiling face at our Monday morning meetings. The start of our weekly routine will not be the same. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Ed and Leslie Carlton

My condolences. I knew John from our years at the YMCA. He did so much for the Y. It was great just to know him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this truly sad time. Mr. Tupper was a wonderful man and we will miss him.

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

I have had the pleasure of John being part of my life for over 30 years. Me, my husband and my children will always cherish our memories of the special weekend that we had at the beach only a month ago. We will miss "Papa Tupper" very much. Much love to each and everyone of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tara, William, Edward and Christopher

TO THE TUPPER FAMILY, I FIRST MET JOHN IN 1974 AT STROBLE OIL CO. SELLING STP PRODUCTS, IT WAS ALWAYS ONE OF MY FAVORITE CALLS BECAUSE HE WAS ALWAYS HAPPY AND POLITE. I SURE THAT HE WAS THE SAME AS A HUSBAND AND FATHER, MAY GOD BE WITH Y'ALL

Gloria & Family

We are so sorry to hear of John's passing- our thoughts are with you and your family.

Jimmie & Cathy Teasley

Dawn, Dana & Deanna

My thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy go to the entire Tupper family. May God grant you strength and inner peace during the difficult days ahead.

Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this time, we will truly miss seeing John at Tupperway.

God Bless, Ed & Alice Kinlaw

We would like to offer sincere condolences to the Tupper family. We have known John and Jack through Tupperway Tires for over 13 years, and always looked forward to seeing John's welcoming smile and easy going manner when we entered his establishment. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Our town has lost a caring man. John was always one who gave of himself. His honesty and kindness are almost unmatchable. He is now at God’s side and will always be part of us until we meet again. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Tupper family.

Tony and Gigi Pieretti and family

John Tupper was one of the nicest men I've personally ever had the privilege of knowing. He always had a big smile for everyone. I know he is in heaven smiling down on Summerville. My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Tupper and the children.

Embrace the Memories. They will never be taken away. Mr. John certainly made "Footprints in the Sand of Time". He will be missed but certainly not ever forgotten! May the Love of our Heavenly Father hold you close and give you peace and comfort through this heart squeezing time. Run to the safety of His out stretched arms. He will hold you close to Himself.

Our thoughts and prayers to the Tupper family for the loss of a wonderful man. Toni and I will greatly miss him!

Tupper Family,

In the past 30 years, Big John has been my neighbor, my employer once upon a time, and most of all like a dad to me and a Papa to my children. I have always admired his charm and his way with others. He will be deeply missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love each of you like our own family. May God bless you and help you thru this time.

Love, Sara Beth, John, Joshua and Sumer

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF MR TUPPER. I KNEW HIM FROM THE DEPT OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY. HE WAS A GREAT MAN AND I'M SURE HE'LL BE GREATLY MISSED. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO THE TUPPER FAMILY.

Our family has fond memories of John please know our paryers and thoughts are with your family. Michel, Emily, Mike, Wayne and Stewart

Our sincere condolences to the Tupper Family, John was a great example of Acts 20 vs.35,"It is more blessed to give than to receive." The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. May your memories bring you peace and joy.

To Gloria, Jack, Lee, Leiding and all the Tupper family,



Our entire family is so saddened at your loss. John touched each of our lives and so many people in so many ways. His kind, gentle, generous,unassuming and hardworking traits are but a few of all the many that define this wonderful man. We feel blessed to have shared but a part of his life and we shall miss him dearly. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.



Ben and Sue Cole and family

John was one of a kind. Through the love and care he showed of his family and community, he set the bar high for the rest of us. John was truly a special man. Margaret joins me in expressing condolences.

I really thought a great deal of Mr. Tupper. I am sorry to hear of his early demise. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Gloria, Bill Collins and I will miss John deeply. What a warm, generous, funny man. I loved to hear him laugh! The peace of the Lord be with you.

In your time of sorrow, remember the good times, think of all that John did for his community and the joy that it gave him. Rest assured that you are not alone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Tupper family during these trying days.

Hey Papa. I am so glad that I got a chance to tell you goodbye since most people do not have the opportunity. You were a great man...one of the best I have ever known...and I am proud to say that you raised me. You will always be my dad and you will be missed. You were always there for me and I just hope that I can make you proud. RIP.

Lee and family,

You and I haven't seen each other since high school, but when I was in Summerville back in June, my mom had a car issue she wanted checked right after she picked me up at the airport, so before we even went to her house, we went by Tupperway. I saw your dad then, and am just shocked to hear the sad news about his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

We were so sorry to hear of John's passing - we only knew him through the business over the last 20 years but knew him to always be a caring, trustworthy person. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

TO THE TUPPER FAMILY FROM THE EDWARDS FAMILY.WE WHERE TRULY BLESSED TO KNOW YOUR GREAT AND TRULY PLEASENT FAMILY OUR DEEPEST THOUGHTS AND PRAYS ARE WITH YOU ALL MR TUPPER WAS A FRIENDLY AND VERY KIND MAN WHO WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED MY GOD BLESS YOU ALL IM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I ALSO KNOW ELIAS TUPPER FROM SHS. I AM DEEPLY SORRY FOR UR LOSS.

Tupper Family. Words cannot express our feelings at the loss of John. He was the kindest, gentlist of men. Megan, Mallory, and I share many fond memories with you and the family from a time long ago when as two little girls Lauren and Megan became close friends. We share your sadness and feel blessed to be able to share some of your good memories. John touched so many lives. We will miss him very much. With love Dell Ann, Megan, and Mallory

John was a wonderful man. We will all miss him. Please know you are all in our prayers. Sharon & Dwight

When you hear the name "Tupper", you know your talking about a close knit family of high moral character and old fashioned values. When you say the name "John Tupper" you realize that the values and integrity associated with the success of his business, family and friends have come from this dedicated, hard working one of a kind man. John has been a Summerville icon for decades and will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our deepest sympathies to the Tupper family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May your memories of John bring you comfort.

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Ms. Gloria, Lee, Jack, Leiding and family: You are all in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do for you during this time, please do not hestitate to call upon us. Norbert, Carol, Tiffany, Vicki, Henry and Donnie; your family at Cummings Law Firm

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. John will be sadly missed by everyone. He was a wonderful person.

We have truly lost a great asset & man with the passing of John. Our prayers & thoughts are with the family. May God be with you all & bless you in this difficult time.

Jack, please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad. He was well liked by our family and we thought very highly of him at all times.

Gloria and family, my heart breaks to think of losing John. Such a wonderful, kind man. His smile and voice and gentle nature will never be forgotten. I'll pray for you all that happy memories replace the grief as soon as possible. You're in my prayers.

To the Tupper family our thoughts and prayers are with your family



Jerry And Marie Cone

Summerville SC

My sincere condolences to the Tupper family. I first grew to know and love Mr. Tupper during business endeavors, most recently relying on his business services for my personal automotive needs. I am sorry to hear of such a loss, Mr. Tupper's pleasing smile and bubbly personality will always be memorable.

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Do know that the prayers of many are with you at this time. May you find peace and comfort through those around you. May you feel the love of many hearts through the power of Christ.

May the glow of God's love light your way and may the warmth of his embrace give you peace and comfort. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Just know you and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers

My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Tupper family. As a little girl, I can rememeber spending a lot of time with the Tupper family, especially Mr. John. He was always there for my family including when my father, Fred passed and my brother Terry. I will always hold Mr. John with the upmost respect. He will be sadly missed by all of the Benjamin family-Helen, Tony, Nannette, Robin, Jon, Judy, and myself. We love you and God Bless

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

To the Tupper Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.



Nan and Savannah Lee

A new neighbor for such a short time but truly one we were very proud to call "a friend." Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

May god bless and keep you during this time of sadness. Mr. John will be missed. Ms. Gloria, wish I could be there for you but my heart and prayers are.

Mrs. Gloria & Family - As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. We wanted to extend our sympathy to you and if there is anything we can do - please let us know.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.