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John Gay Obituary
Aug. 20, 1979 - Sept. 23, 2014
Concord
John Gay passed away on September 23, 2014. He lived in Contra Costa County most of his life. John's loving spirit and positive outlook on life touched all who knew him.
At an early age it became apparent that John would spend his life involved in theatre from Kids on Key to Stars 2000 to his career in theatre management at both the Campbell and Berkeley Repertory Theatres. John's contributions to local theatre include introducing musicals to the Northgate High School Drama Department and producing a two-night AIDS Benefit Fundraiser at age 19. He was nominated for a Shelley Award in 1999 for his portrayal of "Snoopy" and lived a dream come true in 2010, shining as the male lead in the west coast regional premiere of "Avenue Q."
John is survived by his partner, Steele Colby; his parents, Ken and Dianne Gay; and an extended family including uncles, aunts and cousins.
The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers and support by those who knew and loved John. We are honored by this beautiful life, taken much too soon.
A service celebrating John's life will be held Sunday, November 2, 2014, noon to 3pm at the Veterans Memorial Center, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA 94549.
Donations in his memory can be made to Stars 2000 Teen Theatre Company, 51 Weller Court, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523.
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Dianne Gay
October 21, 2022
Our hearts are filled with wonderful memories of our loving and joyful times together. We miss you so much sweet son. Love, Mom and Dad
Lynne Esparza
October 20, 2022
You are truly missed, but very much loved.
Dianne Gay
October 24, 2019
Dear John,
REMEMBERING YOU is easy; we do it every day. MISSING YOU is a heartache that never goes away.
We love and miss you so much, Mom & Dad
Steele Colby
November 3, 2014
No words, just love
November 3, 2014
Dianne, Ken and Steele, our condolences to you and your family. He was such a special child and friend. God Bless you all. Eva Cuadra & Family.
October 30, 2014
You are always a shining star. You are deeply love and greatly miss.
Elisia Saam-Quinty
October 28, 2014
John will always be my "Snoopy." His joy and enthusiasm were infectious, as was his commitment to theatre. My love and prayers go out to Steele and the rest of John's family.
Linda Nelson
October 27, 2014
John was a wonderful and kind man and was loved by many and taken too soon.
October 27, 2014
John truly is an angel in heaven as he was on earth. Our condolences to Ken,
Dianne, Steele, extended family, and his many friends.
The Brittons
Michelle Ianiro
October 27, 2014
John...a beautiful soul. What a loss to all of us.
doreen bagno
October 27, 2014
John was always a True Person and I Greatly enjoyed
Working with Him at the Cambell Theatre.
With heartfelt sympathy
Doreen
Anne-Marie Trout
October 27, 2014
I will miss his zest for life, his laughter, and his stories. Always willing to plan a dinner party and entertain, John quickly became a dear close friend whom I will miss greatly. My love to his family...
October 27, 2014
You are the brightest star in the heavens. Keep shining on us forever. Love, Mom and Dad
Dennis Gleason
October 27, 2014
Onstage and offstage John was a humble star, a true entertainer, a caring & loving person spreading positive joy wherever he was. He serves as an inspiring example of how to be the best we can be and to bring out the best in others.
Lynne Esparza
October 27, 2014
John was always so full of life and always had a smile on his face. He will truly be missed.
Sue Pfister
October 27, 2014
Heaven is a much better place with John there. Just know that we love all of you and hold you in our hearts. The Pfister Family
Tami Sloan
October 26, 2014
The heavens have another star.
Raymond Young
October 26, 2014
John's light will always shine on Steele .
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