John Charles Novelle

Jun 25th, 1955 - Mar 29th, 2020

Birth Date: Jun 25, 1955
Death Date: Mar 29, 2020
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Biography:

John Charles Novelle, a business owner and resident of Maumelle, AR, died unexpectedly on March 29th, 2020 at the age of 64 in his home.

John is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lauren and David Strout; step-son, Kevin Spangler; sister and brother-in-law, Lynda and Mike Burk; brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Susan Novelle; and granddaughters Kristin Kumpe and Kodi Strout. He is predeceased by his father, Charles John Novelle and mother, Carmella Bavaro-Novelle.

John was born in Paterson, NJ on June 25th, 1955. He devoted his life to the recovery community, owning three drug and alcohol treatment centers, partnering and assisting in a number of local recovery programs, and volunteering countless hours of service to others in need. John was loved by many, surrounded by a host of friends that were more like family. He was a devoted father and grandfather, and loved his three girls more than life itself. He enjoyed golf, football, gardening, volunteering, and playing cards every Friday night with his friends. John was a ray of sunlight to all who knew him. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. May he forever walk in the Sunlight of the Spirit.

A funeral service will not be held at this time. A memorial service will be scheduled and announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, we ask instead to make a donation in his name to Serenity Park Recovery Center of Little Rock (2711 W. Roosevelt Rd. Little Rock, AR 72204).

Condolences(15)

Kodi Strout

#15

Oct 1st, 2024 8:39 am

I love you and will miss you dearly, you always had a smile on your face! love you lots.

Katherine Patton

#14

Apr 6th, 2020 10:36 pm

Rest in peace my dear friend, John. Holding Lauren and your family in my heart and prayers. So much Love.

Wayne A Norton

#13

Apr 6th, 2020 1:51 pm

John lived in Maumelle and JZ and I were a next-door neighbor for almost 10 years. He was quiet person who kept to himself for the most part, but he had a good heart and checked on us when he thought he needed to. He even cut our bushes on occasion when he thought they needed it. We will miss him and our prayers go out to his family and friends.

Evans family

#12

Apr 6th, 2020 3:44 am

We would like to extend our condolences to the family.
In times of distress we need comfort that soothes our hearts. May the peace of God guard your hearts. Thinking of you all.

Faith Johnson

#11

Apr 5th, 2020 6:36 pm

My heart goes out to the family of John Novelle in their time of grief! Although I never met John, I heard that he was a very compassionate and kind man who helped many other people. Lynda, you and your family are in my daily prayers.

Robert Thomasson

#10

Apr 5th, 2020 4:03 pm

A.good.friend.

Constance Tullis

Apr 4th, 2020 11:28 pm

It’s so hard to believe you are gone. You would never believe how much I have learned from you. For some reason everything you said to me always stuck and I would share it with my fellows. I never realized what a blessing it was to have you in my life.. even the most simplest things like us riding together to Saturday morning meetings, after you survived the latest, all of our talks about our stories and how we both are so lucky to have overcome our situations. I never knew what a blessing it would be to drive “Sir John” to his favorite place each weekend. You would check on me at the most appropriate times. ALWAYS.

You were such a good listener even when I would call you to try and “ teach you something from the big book” when you already knew (everybody already knew). I’ll miss our talks, and our mutual love for football and our rides and so much more.
Words cannot ever express how much I cherish the time that I got to spend with you. I know that you are gone but you will live on in my heart and and so many others forever. I will never forget you sitting at that table everyday at 5:30. You not only have taught me but so many others when it comes to life and recovery and your legacy will live on. I love you Novelle.

The Leech Family

Apr 4th, 2020 10:12 pm

Dear Lauren, Lynda, Michael and families, We are truly sorry for the loss of John. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort and strength. With Deepest Sympathy.

Deborah James

Apr 4th, 2020 9:52 am

You were truly a blessing in my life. You will be deeply missed.

Bob Henry

Apr 4th, 2020 9:32 am

I've known John for probably 30 years or more. He has always been very positive and enjoyable to be around. I am sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Whenever I hear Sunlight of the Spirit I will forever think of him.

Ashley Horton

Apr 3rd, 2020 12:21 pm

I love you all so much and I’m here if you need anything at all!

Don McGilvray

Apr 3rd, 2020 10:21 am

Your leaving makes me sad. I'm happy to have known you and to have shared good friends and good times together. Rest in peace old friend.

Cathy Crass

Apr 3rd, 2020 8:59 am

We were so sorry to hear that John had passes away. He was such a great guy, who helped so many people through their recovery. A life well lived. We will keep all his family and friends in our thoughts and prayers. Will,Ted,Cathy and Kevin Crass

Tom Kelly

Apr 3rd, 2020 8:55 am

John was a great guy. I liked him a lot. Good fun to be around and a fine example to others. My heart and prayers go out to his family.

Carrie Castaneda

Apr 3rd, 2020 8:50 am

Love you cousin! May you rest in peace.