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John Gaylord Colton

Phoenix, Arizona

1927 - 2016

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Colton, John Gaylord John Gaylord Colton, 88 years old passed away on January 19, 2016 of natural causes. He was a member of the greatest generation an Army veteran, husband, devoted father, caring grandfather and friend to many. Born on April 30, 1927 to parents George and Helen Colton...

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Honesty and integrity are the words that immediately come to mind when you think of John Colton. I have never met a finer man. He and his beautiful wife Joanie Have been a huge influence in my life. John I will miss you

I met John Colton in 1985 when I went to work for him. The lessons I learned from him as his assistant are too numerous to mention. Over the last 30 years of knowing he and Joanie, my respect and admiration for them both and the kind of man John was has never wained. Even after I left my employment there after 15 years we kept in touch having lunches and visits. We became friends. I will cherish the fond memories that accumulated over the years. I knew him to be a man of kindness,...

May the love of friends and family be of comfort to you. We have such fond memories of John. Our heart and prayers are with you, at this time.
Russ and Fern Marohnic

Our condolences to Bob and family for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

What a smile at his 80th Birthday Party

I have known John since 1993 and he has been a huge influence in my life. Never in my previous life's experiences had I meet someone with whom I've seen demonstrate the compassion, respect, and honesty, no matter who it is. Not only that, but his fight and determination to stand for his believes was remarkable, especially the government. In truth, I believe the biggest part of his legacy is what he left behind, his family first,and everyone else who he has touched and who has had the...

One of the most interesting and wonderful people I have ever known. He will be missed.