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John Laughlin Obituary

John was born February 5, 1938 in Oroville and passed away October 6, 2010 in Yuba City. John quit high school in his senior year at the age of 17 and bought a gas service station in Yuba City. John ran the gas station, where Paradiso now stands, for five years. After selling the gas station, John moved to Sacramento where he invested in real estate and ran a dog grooming business. In 1980 John moved to a ranch in Browns Valley where he built his dream home. During John's stay at Browns Valley, he became a gentlemen cattle rancher and continued to invest in real estate. In 2000, John sold the ranch and moved back to Yuba City where he continued to invest in real estate. John is survived by his best friend Luis Garcia; and his two brothers, Garry and Gene Laughlin. John is also survived by his nephews: Patrick, Matt, and Kiley Laughlin, and niece Paula Bicknell. John is also survived by many great nieces and nephews and friends. John was dearly loved by all of his family and friends. He will be missed for only short term until we join him soon in our Lord's Kingdom. A viewing is scheduled for Monday, October 11 from 4-7pm at Ullrey Memorial Chapel. A celebration of John's life will occur at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 12th at Hope Point Nazarene Church on George Washington Boulevard, with Pastor Gary Moore officiating. Private burial will be at Browns Valley Cemetery. Please come and celebrate John's life with us. Arrangements are under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel. Send Condolences at www.appealdemocrat.com

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Published by Appeal Democrat from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11, 2010.

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Steve Muse

November 10, 2010

John was a very dear friend. I enjoyed many wonderful memories and fond times spent with John. His lust for life and enjoying every minute was exemplified in his daily routines. Travels to Hawaii and Mexico and travels through out California bring fond memories of wonderful times. John was a dear friend that will be missed.

October 25, 2010

I was suprise to hear of John passing.We had alot of fun together as kids. Your cousin Dick.

Hermes Araiza

October 11, 2010

I was sorry to hear of John's passing, he was a good friend. I am keeping the family in my prayers and thougthts. Sinceraly: Hermes O Araiza

Kiley Laughlin

October 11, 2010

It is hard for me to believe that my Uncle, John Jr., is gone. For as long as I can remember, he was a constant fixture in our lives and one could always expect him to welcome an impromptu visit, regardless of how he was feeling. My uncle had a wonderful sense of humor and he loved to tease and laugh. His happiness and mirth were like a contagion, and easily infectious. A self-made man, throughout his life he exemplified a tireless work ethic, and amassed his wealth as a result of his own determination and intelligence. He was one of the most kind-hearted people I have ever known and gave selflessly to his community, friends and family. In the final analysis, I contend that the true measure of a man is by how he treats others. By applying this metric, I am confident that my Uncle now walks the golden streets of heaven, accompanied by his beloved parents, John and Helen, and his younger brother Dan, in a long-awaited reunion. As my wonderful Uncle embraces eternity, I am certain that he has found the love-filled peace he so sought out during his earthly life. Thus, the world is a beautiful place, but much more beautiful still, due to people like him.

Appeal-Democrat

October 11, 2010

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Theresa Clyde (Blanchard)

October 10, 2010

John Jr. as we knew him, was my big brother. He always worked hard to adchieved his goals. Through the years, John and Richard rode their horse together. John Jr. was truly a horsemen. He knew his horses and could put in a full day on their back. We had many a trail rides together in the foot hills, sierra mountains, cattle country, river bottoms, and with the Golden Feather Riders.

Sharron Terry

October 10, 2010

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