John Edward Mallet was born in Bangkok, Thailand. He was brought to his beloved America as an infant by his parents Euby and Pearl Mallet in 1966. He lived in various places due to his father being in the Air Force. His main home growing up was Tulsa, OK where he was still close to many of his school friends. He graduated from Tulsa University where he met his Lifelong Brother, Travis Bradshaw.

John described himself as A Big Nerd. He loved Sci-fi, especially Star Wars and Star Trek. Dr. Who was a favorite of his too. 

Mainly, John loved people. He made friends wherever he went all over the world. He was forgiving and only wanted to make people happy. John was smart and successful, but mostly he was kind. He was a truly good person.

John is survived by his wife, Melinda Mallet. John loved his family and friends unconditionally. He was preceded in death by his parents, Euby and Pearl. He has a Mama Billie who was his neighbor from age five, she continued to be a very important part of his life. His Uncle Wayne Decker and Aunt Roberta Decker were like parents to him, and he cherished and loved them with all his heart. He loved his Oklahoma and Louisanna families completely. John's father was from Louisanna and his mother was from Oklahoma. Being that John was from Thailand, he called himself The Cajun Asian Okie. He was a unique and special person. 

John will be laid to rest with his parents in Stigler, OK.

A memorial service will be held, Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the Hopestone Cancer Support Center, 206 SE Frank Phillips Blvd, #3520, Bartlesville, OK 74003.