John W. Myres

John W. Myres was born in Holyoke, Mass., the son of Leslie and Josephine Myres, and died in Windsor, CA, at the age of 88. He grew up in Long Beach, CA, graduating from St. Anthony's High School, later receiving his bachelor's degree from Loyola University, his master's from CSU Long Beach, and his doctorate from U.S.C. Dr. Myres' vocation was education, serving as a teacher for 13 years and as an administrator for 26 before retiring as Superintendent of the Placer Union High School District in Auburn. He was an adjunct professor at two universities and a consultant to several school districts after his retirement. Professional writing was an interest of his, authoring a number of articles in educational periodicals. He was a member of Phi Delta Kappa, the Association of California Administrators, EDUCARE, and a past member of many other educational organizations. He was a long time member and past president of Auburn Rotary, a past school board member for St. Joseph's School in Auburn, and was involved with other community groups and efforts. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Before moving to Windsor, he was a resident of the Lincoln Hills retirement community in Lincoln. He enjoyed numerous recreational activities and had a great sense of humor. Dr. Myres was preceded in death by his wife Frances; his parents; his stepfather Victor Hall; his brother Donald Hall; son Timothy Myres and daughter Kathleen Myres. Survivors include son Matt Myres, wife Liduvina, granddaughters, Marissa, Carina, Jahmese, and Nicole with husband Cory; sister in-law Dona Christensen and husband Leonard; John Christensen; Paul and Monica DuPont, cousin John Mannix, and many friends. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, January 20, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 280 Oak Tree Lane in Lincoln followed by a reception at the St. Joseph's Parish Hall at the corner of 6th and D streets in Lincoln. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in John's name to Sacramento Loaves & Fishes, PO Box 13495 Sacramento, CA 95813. Funeral arrangement entrusted to Chapel of the Valley in Roseville, CA.