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John Christmas Obituary
May 22, 1942 -
September 14, 2012
John owned Christmas Electric for 45 years and retired in 2006. He leaves behind his wife of 36 years, Raylene; 5 children; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandson. John's happiest moments were wiring the "Portuguese Bend Horse Show," being "Santa" to many handicapped and mentally challenged children and adults, and his Church. He served honorably for 5 years in the U.S. Air Force. Services are Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the LDS Church, 2000 Artesia, Torrance. Email [email protected]. Please sign the guestbook at www.dailybreeze.com/obits.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Christmas
Ray Lee
July 12, 2020
For the short time I met John as a young missionary he was a generous, funny, and a great man. I will always remember how he taught me to let things go and not to sweat the petty things. He had an amazing sense of humor.
Condolences to Raylene and his family.
Terry Mueller
September 13, 2019
It was a pleasure to know him! Im sorry for his familys loss. God speed John RIP!
Jacob Roell
December 10, 2017
I met John while serving my Mission from 98 to 00. He was a character. From the superior quality of a mercury light switch to the importance of Vitamin A, it was always a pleasure hearing what John had to say. I'll forever remember to not use "Um" while speaking because of his commitment to make sure the Missionaries knew how to communicate :).
October 13, 2012
Dear Raylene and family...
We shall truly miss John. A dear friend and a perfect "Santa". We always tried to top each other's jokes. Irene and Edmond Russ
Amelia Rasmussen
September 29, 2012
Grandpa,
I'm going to miss you. I'm glad I got to see you last summer before you went. I was your entertainment for a week and a half, and you kept me laughing, as well. You served well and blessed so many lives. Heaven is lucky to have you. I'm so glad that my dad met you on his mission, because now we were all blessed to know you. I can't wait to see you again! I love you!
-Amelia Rasmussen
Krystal christmas
September 22, 2012
R.I.P. GRANDPA I LOVE AND MISS YOU <3
Kristy Loesener
September 21, 2012
I will always remember John's strength. With all of his challenges, he certainly endured to the end. You will be greatly missed, John, but I'm glad you are at peace now.
Val & RaMay Rasmussen
September 21, 2012
We think he is a big cute dorky, we loved you guys from the first moment we met you. RaVal always talked about how great you guys were to him. We found out how great you guys were, we enjoyed your friendship so much. He was the best Santa we ever knew. He was a true friend.
Love RaMay & Val
Penny Heath
September 20, 2012
I've known John & Raylene for over 30 years. John had a great sense of humor and was a good friend when you needed him and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Fondly Penny
Yolanda Landis
September 20, 2012
Mr. Christmas was our electrician since we moved into our home. Now, his son has taken up the reins of the family business. We are so blessed to have had these wonderful people, God's men, in our home. May God take you into His bosom, and assuage your family's grief with all the sweet memories that are left behind. On behalf of my husband, Brad, and myself, we send the Christmas family our most sincere sympathy.
SHAWNEE APAO
September 20, 2012
JOHN had a big heart and loved hes childern and wife very much. him and hes wife was great to my daughter ERIN,a grandpa to her. you will be missed, love you
terry kenny
September 20, 2012
I had a chance to know John and his wife, he was and will be a goodfriend to many.
Ed Froment
September 19, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Rest In Peace John -- you will be missed by many.
Ray and Gloria Petty
September 19, 2012
God Bless and keep you wonderfull
person,family all ways honest and
nice Raymond and Gloria Petty
Tracy Dunifer
September 19, 2012
I worked with John and he was Santa Claus at my work Bayco. he was a nice man. Love the Dunifer Family. God bless.
Jeff Griffeth
September 19, 2012
Glad to have known you in this life! Safe travels, brother!
The Woodcock Family
September 19, 2012
I feel so sorry for all of those "kids" who will never be able to sit on John Christmas' lap.n My family has been blessed to be able to know this man. He always had a joke to tell, a fact to share, and a vast knowledge of EVERYTHING! He will ALWAYS be Santa to us!
Mr and Mrs. Santa
Grumpy & Pat Sorenson
September 19, 2012
John we will always remember the joys you brought to so many people
September 19, 2012
John was a delightful person who will be missed by all who knew him. We send our love and concern to his family at this sad time. Earline and Dave Weir
September 19, 2012
<3
September 19, 2012
It was a pleasure doing business with
an honest and professional man for the last 20 years. Larry Baker (Commodore apt's )
Jade Rasmussen
September 19, 2012
I don't even know what to say, my prayers are with you all in these trying times.
John will be missed but he will not be forgotten. I will most certainly always remember his handshakes.
September 19, 2012
Grandpa, you are missed so much, i hate the thoughtof not being able to talk on the phone with you anymore or go see you. When i last saw you on my birthday (june 28th) you were talking and smiling and were so happy to see me and Tom. that was the best feeling. I cant believe it came down to this </3. You brought joy to many people and whoever you were around always had a smile on their face. You will always be in our hearts! R.I.P. Grandpa I miss you so much<3
September 19, 2012
tom i am so sorry to hear about your dad! i didnt get to meet him,but he has a wonderfull son and has 2 wonderfull grandkids! hug and kisses
Lupe Massey
September 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. John was a great guy and he will be missed.
Renee Clemons
September 19, 2012
Such fond memories as a kid I never forgot John as Santa coming by for a surprise visit for my dad. Sending my condolences and prayers to the family during this time. Heavens above has a Santa Angel. God bless you.
Terry Mueller
September 19, 2012
Tom I was sorry to hear about your dad my sympathy to you and your family.
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