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John DeShetler Obituary
66, of Tucson passed away on April 14, 2011. John was born December 13, 1944 and grew up in Toledo, Ohio. He was a Macomber High School graduate. John was the owner of Main Street Billiards in Tucson and formerly in Mesa. He was a Vice President of the Mill Rite Union and was the owner of a number of other businesses. John always liked things that were entertaining and loved a good challenge. He loved people and sharing with people. John's advice to people was "If you believe you can, you can." John was preceded in death by his parents, Harry H. & Gladys C. DeShetler of Toledo, Ohio. Surviving are his loving wife of 46 years, Carolyn; sister, Rose (Vernon) McKinley, 3 nieces, Melissa Skogan, Lisa O'Duinn, & Tammy Kronenberg; 2 great nieces and 3 great nephews. The family held a private gathering of friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Casa de la Luz Hospice (www.casahospice.com).
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Karen Portz
April 24, 2011
Rose, I am sorry for your loss of your brother John. We are sending our prayers to you & your family. For John, you will be missed & you're a great brother for my aunt Rose. Rest in peace
Marc Holley
April 22, 2011
You will be forever missed. You have been an excellent friend. You have always been there for me through the good and bad times. And you have always been the type of guy to always cheer me up! Thanks for everything & I appreciate for everything that you have done. Love ya, John! Rest In Peace!
Jennifer Serrano
April 22, 2011
Boss, Thank you for getting me where I am today! Your family will always be in my prayers!
Colin & Nicky Winter
April 22, 2011
Your tenacious spirit will always be remembered. Safe journey, Boss.
Christine Corder
April 22, 2011
You were a great boss and even better person. Thank you for all the advice, laughter and memories you shared with us all. You taught me a lot and i will always remember you. You truly will be missed. rest in peace, your and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris Pritchard
April 22, 2011
John you will be missed by many, but you will never be forgotten sir. R.I.P.
Amy Fellows
April 22, 2011
May you rest in peace.....Thanks for everything you taught me, you were a great boss, and will be greatly missed! Carolyn & John you'll always be in my prayers! I Love you both!
Randy Meisner
April 22, 2011
The absolute best boss and friend I ever had......you will be missed greatly.......
Brian Houser
April 22, 2011
Rest in peace john thanks for everything! You will be missed
Robert Valenzuela
April 22, 2011
Rest in peace sir, you will be missed.
Chazy Mullenberg
April 22, 2011
Thanks for the tuff lessons, didn't understand then but starting to now. You will be missed. My familys prays are with you Carolin.
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