Foster “Big John” Dials Jr.

I miss you and love you and will remember you till the day I die

Terri girl I am so sorry. I love u and miss u..u and your family r definantly in my thoughts and prayers! I promise you♥️I remember ur mom and dad.. They both were awesome! Get in touch with me sometime..if u need anything please let me know if I can help. So sorry

The Lord did not create a better person/friend than John. His stories about his faith and the walk he took with Him were always present. The kindness that flowed from his heart effected so many. The many laughs that we had at the coffee shop. The many breakfasts that we shared together. The basketball games we went to. I remember one playoff basketball game in Mansfield and it was a beautiful warm winter night. There were four of us that went in his truck, John bought us pizza, and we ate it on his tailgate after the game. I loved his stories about being a bouncer in his younger days. I will miss sitting on his front porch watching the parades, how everyone came up to him to shake his big hands. I saw how tired he was after he came home after a long truck run. We still laughed many weeks ago about how we sent flowers to a friend’s wife on her birthday and how our friend got the credit. We laughed at the time Gene got a Jeff Gordon pop machine. John gave money to help buy tires for a good friend. John always “donated” to the 50/50 tickets at the games, and he finally won once during all those years (I think he donated back the winnings to the Scholarship fund). When umpiring first base at a little league game, John would call time out to pat the back of a very small player and tell him some pointers of what he should have done (a coach umpire)! However, it was his attitude toward life that was his trademark. He always spoke of the Lord in every conversation. I will dearly miss John but someday, we will laugh together again soon.

So sad for us left behind! But what a glorious reunion in Heaven for Big John! I’m sure as soon as he crossed over he heard, “Well done, thy good and faithful servant.# He was a fine example of courage and integrity! Your church family will miss you terribly! I’m sitting here today thinking of the kids you drove to church and when you wanted to take a step back. We drove the church van for a few years and those kids truly loved you. I will never forget the Sunday we announced we were grandparents again and after the church bus run to take every one home we were headed to Toledo. You told us no way after church is out you kids go see that grand baby, I will take the kids home. The numerous youth trips to Winterfest in Knoxville, Tennessee....where you knew everything about the fuel stations, restaurants and shopping at every mile marker. I could always count on you to support me to get Rich to stop at Cracker Barrel. Boy, how did you love a good smorgasbord in Tennessee too, especially your Catfish! You were such an incredible blessing to everyone, even these last few months when you were in the nursing home, you were always thinking of others. You called us very often checking up on Rich, my mother and how I was doing after the passing of my mother. This is not goodbye, but see you later Big John. Ten four good buddy. Thoughts and prayers for all his kids as they lay him to rest today.

Big John was one of the nicest and kindest man I ever met! Will never forget the encouragement and guidance , laughter and smiles he used to show each and every little league player that he came in contact with through the years, especially our son Joey!!! Heaven gained an angel but we lost a true human being! RIP!

We love this precious family so much and pray for peace and healing for each. “Big John” and Aunt Joy loved and spirituality created a bond with this family that will hold Strong! We know that he has stayed the course and has now gone his last mile! But oh the last trip will be worth it all!

My heart goes out to the Family. So sorry for your loss. Hug and prayers

Our condolences to the family. Big John was a friend to all and a stranger to none. His kind words of encouragement will be remembered by many. May he rest in eternal peace with our Lord.

When the Dials moved in across the street they were wonderful neighbors. Mr. and Mrs. Dials invited us girls to join them at church and I enjoyed going many Sundays. Mr.Dials was always present at ballgames and encouraged all the players. Plymouth will be a little less brighter without him.

Big John and my papaw (Warner Thornsberry) drove truck together and my family has known him for years, he was the sweetest and kindest person always. My family and I will miss him dearly and we send our love and prayers!

Just loved this man! Sat with him at travel ball and he supported all of the boys! ⚾️

We are friends of Terri & LoriThinking of you all! Sending many prayers & hugs at this difficult time.

He was a wonderful man. I am so glad I got to meet him and call him a friend. RIP

My thoughts and prayers are will u all. I have many memories of him at church and driving church bus. He was there when my dad was sick and ministered him. Such a wonderful, kind person. I hope u all find peace. Much love.❤

I am so sorry for the loss of Big John. He was a wonderful man and loved by many. You have my sincere sympathy for all the family. RIP Big John will miss seeing this great man. ]

Rip big John, you will be truly truly missed, prayers to the family!????

To Big John’s family, Condolences to your families. He was such a great guy. So kind hearted, willing to help anyone and everyone. He is having a great reunion in Heaven, being in a perfect place. Cherish the great memories you have.