Topel, John, of O'Fallon, Missouri, died on Saturday, August 23, 2008 at the age of 87. Loving husband of Ethel M. Topel; dear son of the late Edward Topel and the late Gertrude Topel; devoted father of John (Judy) Topel and Mickey (Levi) Kirchner; cherished grandfather of Marty (Angie) Kirchner, Julie (Andy) Worsham, Joe (Gretchen) Topel and Robin (Nathan) Daniels and great-grandfather of nine; dear brother to the late Edward Topel, Marie Armstrong, Arthur Topel, Leroy Topel, and Lucille Topel. He was self employed as a Carpenter. Memorials may be made to Donor's Choice.