John Charles Mettauer, 71, of Yukon, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025.

Born on April 4, 1954, in Oklahoma City to Rosalie and John Mettauer, John grew up with a deep sense of faith, family, and service. After graduating from high school, he proudly enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served honorably as a Hospital Corpsman Third Class aboard both the USS Harry W. Hill and the USS Constellation. His dedication to caring for others and his love of country remained at the heart of who he was throughout his life.

John loved his family deeply and cherished the time spent together sharing laughter and stories. He was known for his big heart, quick wit, and gift for storytelling — always able to make people smile and feel at ease. His humor, compassion, and patriotism left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Diana Mettauer; his daughters, April and Erin; his sons, James and Peter; and his stepchildren, April, Josh, and Caleb. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren — Lua, Shine, Olivia, Cassandra, Harlie, Jacob, Patrick, Andrew, Alex, Lucas, Jasmine, Dallis, Jacky, Rebecca, Braden, Kendall — and his great-grandson, Jasper. John is also survived by his brothers, David Mettauer and Mark Mettauer, along with many extended family members and dear friends who will miss him greatly.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rosalie and John Mettauer.

A celebration of life reception with military honors will be held in Moore, Oklahoma on December 7th. The family wishes to thank friends and community members for their support and remembrance.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a veterans’ organization of your choice (not in this app) in John’s memory.

“A life anchored in duty, love, and laughter — may he rest in calm waters.”

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