John Gethin, Standard Motor Products’ Director, Dies Peacefully at 74

June 28, 2022

John P. Gethin joined Standard Motor Products in 1995 and served in various capacities including president and chief operating officer. 

June 28, 2022—John P. Gethin, board of directors member, former president, and chief operating officer of Standard Motor Products, Inc., has died. 

In a statement released by the company, Gethin is reported to have died peacefully at the age of 74 on Monday at this San Diego, California, residence.

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our long-time friend and colleague, John Gethin. John joined SMP in 1995 and served in various capacities including president and chief operating officer.  In March 2016, upon his retirement from Standard, John was appointed to our board of directors, where he was a great contributor thanks to his extensive business experience and unique perspective. We will greatly miss his spirit, support, and guidance to our company and our employees. I will dearly miss my friend, and everyone at SMP joins me in extending our deepest condolences to his family at this sad time,” Standard Motor Products’ Chairman  Mr. Lawrence I. Sills said.

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