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Jeffrey Ford Obituary
Aug. 15, 1966-Sept. 3, 2012
Resident of San Jose
Passed away peacefully at his home in San Jose on Monday, September 3rd after a lengthy illness. A San Jose City Parks and Recreation Speicialist. He is preceded in death by his father Stanley J. Ford in 2009. Jeff was the 5th of 5 children born to Stanley J. Ford, an Air Force Officer and Sharon L. Ford in 1966 on Griffiss Air Force Base in Rome, NY. After his father retired in 1976, Jeff would move to San Jose where he would graduate from Leigh High School in 1984. He would find his dream job working with the youth of San Jose in 1998. He was employed as a Specialist for the San Jose Parks and Recreation Dept, where he would continue until his death. Jeff married his beloved wife Melissa at Disney World in Orlando, Fl in 2000 and they were blessed with daughters Makena in 2003 and Katelyn in 2007.
Jeff's passions included family trips to Cedar Ridge, Disneyland and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. He also loved playing and referring sports such as hockey, football and baseball. He is survived by his loving wife of 12 years, Melissa and their two daughters, Makena, 9 and Katelyn, 5. He is also survived by his mother, Sharon and siblings, Mike, Jim, Greg and Karen. A sharp wit, with an outlandish sense of humor, Jeff will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Memorial Mass will be held at the Transfiguration Church at 11:30 am on Monday the 10th of Sept. 2012. 4325 Jarvis, San Jose CA. Inurnment will be private.
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for Jeffrey Ford
Cindy Palmer
December 5, 2012
I am sorry for giving Jeff and his family my sympathies so late, but as I just heard we lost him I wanted to at least let you all know I he was in my thoughts and prayers all summer and fall. I wish I had kept in better touch with the Fords. With warmest prayers and thoughts for this holiday season Cindy Gabrielson Palmer
Stephen & Kathleen Hulick
September 28, 2012
So sorry to hear this sad news about Jeff. Our love & thoughts go out to Melissa and her girls.
Leslie Maciel
September 12, 2012
I was very saddened to read of Jeff's passing in the paper. He was always the life of the party and so fun to be around. My heart goes out to Melissa and the girls.
Toni Jett
September 10, 2012
May your light shine on through the memories of those who hold you so dear. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jim Miller
September 7, 2012
Jeff you will be missed by so many people,god bless you, and rest in peace brother.
Jill Cody
September 7, 2012
My heart aches at losing Jeff. He was in my Seven Habits class in the City and was such an open, happy and eager to learn student. Not everyone is and for a teacher a student like him is very special. I will miss him. He brightened the world where ever he went.
Julio Acosta
September 7, 2012
Ironic that Jeff, who was so big and full of life, has been taken away so early. I'm gonna miss you and our friendship
Deann Volzke - Boyd
September 7, 2012
It is with a heavy heart that I have to say goodbye to Jeff. Whenever I was around him all I did was laugh. He loved his family so much. You will be missed more than you know. You will not be forgotten, you know Jennifer and I will see to that.
Rebekah Bornemisza
September 7, 2012
I am grateful to have known Jeff. His charisma and energy had a way of rubbing off on those around him. Melissa, please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. I hope the good memories you and your daughters have of Jeff will help sustain you through this sad time.
Deana & Evan Anders
September 7, 2012
Jeff was a fun guy to be around. He was a kid at heart. We are very sad for him and his family. You are an incredible women, Melissa. If you ever need anything, please let us know. Love - Deana and Evan Anders
Metha Sizemore
September 7, 2012
Jeff was a sweetheart of a coworker. I enjoyed interacting with him on a variety of projects. His passing just breaks my heart. The memory of his smile and humor will be with me always.
Corene Cooper (Maines)
September 7, 2012
Jeff was one of my first friends at Leigh, he made Algebra bearable and kept me laughing. I am thankful for all the many memories of our youth and early adulthood. Being so kind when my dad died. You will never be forgotten, my friend rest in peace. To his wife and daughters that were his biggest treasure. May you find comfort in fond memories, and I will continue to keep you in my prayers!
Lisa Skye
September 7, 2012
My thoughts are with the family in this difficult time. Lisa
Parker Family
September 7, 2012
Jeff was great friend and neighbor. Our family will miss him. Our hearts go out to his dear wife and daughters.
Chris Morris
September 6, 2012
I will miss working baseball with Jeff, running in to him at football games and his great sense of humor.
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