John Kolterman, Jr.

John Carl Frederick Kolterman, Jr. passed away on Jan. 17, 2024, after a long illness.
He was the second generation to own and operate Kolterman’s variety stores both in Red Oak and in Malvern. It was through his efforts that the shopping strip north of town was developed. He had a strong sense of community and was active as a leader in various civic organizations.
For many years he served on the board of Southwest Community College in Creston.
Johns is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Nancy (Adams) Kolterman; and their three children, John C.F. Kolterman III (Leslie Westa) of Boston, Mass.; Bruce E. Kolterman (Sandra Massaro) of Tampa, Fla.; Dr. Suzanne Pautler (Terry Pautler) of St. Louis, Mo.; and Dr. Anne Hurley of Anchorage, Alaska. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Fiona G. Kolterman of Boston, Mass.; Bryan L. Kolterman (Taylor Riggs) of New York City, N.Y.; Elena M Pautler of Kansas City, Mo.; and Maxton V. Pautler of Denver, Colo; and one great-grandchild, Milly Ro of New York City, N.Y.
Private services are pending.