Jack Colton Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

DIED

June 6, 2015

LOCATION

Long Beach, California

Luyben Dilday Mortuary Obituary

Jack Alan Colton passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family. He was born August 29, 1925 in San Francisco, CA. He became an accomplished dancer while growing up. After graduation from Galileo High School in San Francisco, he joined the US Navy and served in the Pacific. Upon discharge he was contacted by Warner Brothers Studios and signed a contract as a dancer for motion picture musicals. He had several supportive roles in movies such as "West Point Story?, ?Stars and Stripes Forever? and ?She?s Working Her Way Through College?. At the same time he enrolled at the University of Southern California (USC), graduating with a degree in Marketing in 1952. His next career move was in the electronics industry as a sales representative and worked up to the position of Vice-President of Sales for ?The Condon Company?.

He married Judith "Judy" McCann in 1968 who was the true love of his life. They enjoyed nearly 47 years of a very happy marriage. Jack and Judy traveled extensively and visited 71 countries.

After leaving The Condon Company, He and Judy founded their very successful rental management company, Pacific Properties, which managed their rental properties. Jack loved to go to work every day at Pacific Properties and retired at the young age of 85.

Survivors include his spouse Judy, children Scott Colton (Danise) Virginia Beach, VA, Diana McCann, Kirk (H. Lee Kirk - preceded) Long Beach, CA, Dan McCann (Janis) Ventura, CA, Ken McCann (Lori) South Carolina, Craig Colton and Bliss Colton Ong. He was survived by 14 Grand Children, 10 Great Grand Children, and 2 Great Great Grand Children.
There will be a private celebration of his life in July.

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I know this is long overdue but I've recently been thinking about Jack and Judy Colton, the most wonderful people. I met Jack and Judy when looking for a place to rent in the mid 1990's. My challenge was a large four legged furry child (Rottweiler). Jack put that big smile on his face and said, "I'll have to meet her!". Judy and family, I am so sorry for your loss and these condolences being sent 8 years late. My prayers for you all...Jack and Judy touched so many lives in a such a...

Greg Goldshollq

June 23, 2023 | Long Beach, CA | Friend

To All that Knew Jack he always lit up the room when he walked in as he was total Class. Thank you for the wonderful times that I had with him and the wonderful conversations as he sat in my Chair at Fantastic Sams in Naples while I cut his Hair. He always said,
" dont forget my eyebrows".
Sincerest of Condolences: Toni Naples California

Toni Ybarra

October 28, 2016 | Naples, CA

I can't believe a year has already passed. You are in my thoughts every day. Your impact on my life was tremendous. I miss you Ol' buddy

John Cassese

June 22, 2016

Dear Judy, so sorry to hear of Jack's passing he was a very sweet man. I was trying to look him up and heard of his passing. Very sad, prayers to you and your family..
Former tenant of 2130 Florida street. Loved living there, wanted to move back.

Robin Smith

June 21, 2016 | Winchester, CA

Dear Judy,

We are so sorry to hear of Jack's passing, and then only recently. His was an amazing legacy. What we read of his life just adds to what we know of him: as a genial, decent man and fair, honest landlord. He will be very much missed. God's love be with you, Judy. Please accept our condolences.

Kevin and Michelle

September 21, 2015 | Long Beach, CA

Dear Judy,
My condolences at Jack's passing. I am so sorry about Jack. I will miss him. He's a wonderful person. I will be praying for you.
Nisha Forman.
1750 East 3rd St.
Long Beach, CA

July 17, 2015

I'm so very sorry to the Colton family. Jack was a good man and his compassion to me (his tenant) was very evident. He is surely missed by many. God Bless.

Dee Armstrong

July 05, 2015 | Long Beach, CA

To the best dad ever

Diana Kirk

July 02, 2015 | Long Beach, CA

Jack Coltini was a great man and is missed deeply. He was a gentleman always who was committed, faithful, honest and of course always positive. I love that he wrote in cursive and his famous lines " WHAT A GREAT DAY " and " WE LIVE IN PARADISE " Love you, John

July 02, 2015

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