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John Bautista Obituary
On November 28, 2017, John Edward Bautista (Eddie) lost his battle and we all lost a big part of ourselves that will go with him forever. Eddie was born July 10, 1953 in Los Angeles, CA., to Frank & Isabelle (Jorquez) Bautista, he was the third of seven children, then was a big brother and Godfather to Marco who came along 16 years later. He grew up in Miami & Tempe, AZ., and has lived in Prescott since 1989, where he absolutely loved being. He attended Tempe High School and was on the wrestling team all 4 years. He was a proud man of many talents, his proudest of them being a Prescott Hotshot Wildland Firefighter from 1990 - 1996. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank; sister, Gloria; brother, Gerry; nieces, Rachelle & Jocelyn; among many other relatives and friends who he is now reunited with. He leaves behind his mother, Isabelle Bautista; siblings, Bonnie Morgan, Judy and Abe Angulo, Ralph Bautista, Monica Clayton, Marco & Susie Bautista; nieces & nephews, Buddy & Yolanda Escalante, Brittany, Angelica, Nathan, Gabriel & Jeanette Bautista, Gabriel Jr., Valerie & Scott Stewart, Devereau, Jordan, Chandler, Lori & Daniel Schmitt, Gaege, Landon, Angela Careaga, Christopher, Alyssa, Arleigh, Trace, Landon, Bubba Careaga, Mario Careaga, Sergio Careaga; Prima, Nicole Martin, Dylan, Desmond, Jessica Bautista, Brandon Clayton, Bryce, Gracie, Michael & Tommi Bautista, Vincent Bautista and many other relatives, friends and Prescott Hotshot Family. Eddie's family would like to add a special THANKS to his friends, Brian & Renee Misfeldt for loving and caring for Eddie in his final months. God blessed Eddie and us all with their kindness, generosity and loving hearts. We truly appreciate all they have done and will always be considered part of the family whether or not they want us! THANK YOU, WITH ALL OUR HEARTS! WE LOVE YOU BOTH! Eddie chose to be cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at Watson Lake Park, 3101 N. Highway 89, Prescott, AZ., 86301, from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Disabled American Veterans, 3333 N. Central Ave., #1053, Phoenix, AZ 85012. All arrangements were entrusted to ABC Funerals of Chino Valley, AZ
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Carla
December 14, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear this. Please accept my condolences on your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13
christian
December 9, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of John. Rest assured life is precious to our Creator. He promises to act in our behalf.
1 Corinthians 15:26
Terry Abbott
December 9, 2017
My sincere condolences to all of Eddie's friends and family. I am sure you will miss him dearly. I attended Gilliland Jr High and Tempe High School with him. He was a great classmate. Always in good humor and fun to be around. Everyone liked Eddie. I was very sad to here of his passing.
Salvatore Cafiero
December 9, 2017
I send a prayer of peace and calm in the hearts of all those who are feeling the loss of Eddie's passing. Eddie was a classmate of mine at Tempe High School. There was always a sense of goodness whenever I was in Eddie's presence. I remembered Eddie to be a humble, kind and loving soul who cared for others unconditionally. Rest in peace eternally, my friend.......Salvatore Cafiero
L Renfroe
December 9, 2017
Please accept my deepest condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you during this time. God keeps each person in His memory because they are precious in His eyes. I pray you find hope in John 6:40 which says soon we will see our loved ones again. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maria
December 8, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the family for your loss. I pray that you have the peace of God that surpasses all understanding (Phillipians 4:6,7).
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