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John CABANISS Obituary
He was a native of South Pittsburg, Tenn., and had been a resident of Newport News for 52 years.
Mr. Cabaniss retired from Newport News Shipbuilding as an Electrical Designer after 30 years of service. He served honorably for 11 years in the U.S. Navy as an officer during WWII and Korea. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in June 1944 and earned numerous U.S. Navy Medals during his service. He was a member of Sons of American Revolution and the James River Country Club.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Davis Cabaniss and wife, Elizabeth Saunders Cabaniss; mother, Louise Kelly Cabaniss; father, Jefferson Kent Cabaniss; and sister, Dorothy Cabaniss Norman.
Survivors include his wife, Marguerite Peterson Cabaniss; daughter, Camille Cabaniss Pasternak of Carrollton, Texas; two sons, John C. Cabaniss of Thiensville, Wis., and Charles K. Cabaniss of Yorktown; 10 grandchildren, Jessica M. Cabaniss, Joshua C. Cabaniss, Jason G. Cabaniss, Sara D. Cabaniss, Katie A. Pasternak, Andrew A. Pasternak, David R. Pasternak, Kelly M. Cabaniss, David J. Cabaniss and Scott T. Cabaniss; one great-grandchild, Reagan Klippstein; and one nephew, Douglas Norman of Corpus Christi, Texas.
The family would like to thank Jackie Tann and Riverside Hospice, especially nurses, Jane and Daniell for the excellent care recently provided.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Burial will be private in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 11835 Canon Blvd, Suite A-102, Newport News, VA 23606.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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martha Smith Nicholas
January 18, 2010
Charlie, Camille and John, So sorry to hear about you dad. All of you were such good friends with David and helped him get through the sorrow of losing his dad at such a young age. We had some good times growing up on Keith Road---even though I was the "older" kid (and sometimes the babysitter) I still remember all of ya'll with very fond memories. My mom and I both send our love.
Martha Smith Nicholas
Jenny Davis
January 17, 2010
Charlie, Camille, and John, Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jenny and Mike ( Newport News)
Ann Schrader
January 12, 2010
Camille, John and Charlie,
So sorry to hear about your dad. You all were the best neighbors. We have a lot of good times to look back on.
Your friend and neighbor, Ann
Sharon McClellan Doane
January 11, 2010
Camille, John and Charlie
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Hanna
January 8, 2010
Charlie. Love you! I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My prayers are with you, your brother and sister.
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