John C. Fairchild, 73 of West Liberty, passed away Friday July 16, 2021, at Springfield Regional Medical Center, survived by his wife Peggy of 46 years.
He was born April 22, 1948, to the late Charles & Mary (Gaver) Fairchild.
John was the founder and owner of Fairchild Construction for 40 years. John built and remodeled numerous homes and projects throughout Champaign County and the surrounding area for the past several decades. John loved playing and coaching softball and fastpitch. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and watching them play the various sports they were involved in over the years.
John was also an avid Ohio State University football fan.
He is survived by his children; daughters Molly (Marc) Smith, Heather Clawson and Holli (Adrian) Arnlund; sons J.D. Fairchild and Brian (Amy) Fairchild; brother Steve Fairchild; sisters-in-law Diane Fairchild, Marlies (Rob) Butler; brothera-in-law John Clark, David (Paula) Clapp; grandchildren include Makenna and Marisa Smith, Calen Fairchild and Tate Derr, and numerous nieces, nephews and good friends.
He was preceded in death by his sisters Patty Long and Linda Clark, and brother David Fairchild.
Pastor Bill Walker will officiate a Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, at Jennings Farley & Seeley Funeral Home, 5591 U.S. Route 68 S., West Liberty 43357. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, July 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. Masonic Rite service will be at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday prior to visitation.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Cancer Association of Champaign County, P.O. Box 38125, Urbana, Ohio 43078. E-mail condolences may be directed to www.jenningsfarley.com.