Phoenix, Arizona
John Michael Torok, 63, a long time Arizona resident, passed away May 14th, 2007 at his Ahwatukee home. He was born to Marjorie and Albert Torok in Los Angeles, California, where he grew up with a love of life and sports. John moved to Arizona when he was offered an athletic scholarship...
Read MoreFrom all the young men (well, not really young anymore) who played football for John, we extend our deepest sympathies to his family. We recieved his care and guidance in our lives for only a short while. However, it has remained with us and gotten us through many challenges we have faced. Thanks for all you gave us!
Robin McKnight
May 21, 2007 | Glendale
I just returned home from my son's soccer tournament in Seattle to receive this very sad news for me. John was one of my favorite teammates as I loved to laugh with him. I'll never forget his SMILE. I'll cherish my memories of John at this very same time way back in 1964, and I am extremely grateful I got to spend time with John in the Spring of 2001. My thoughts and prayers go out to John's entire family.
John Ruedy
May 21, 2007 | Chico, CA
Mary Jane
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I have you in my thoughts and prayers
Claudia Cunningham-Huggins
May 21, 2007 | Globe, AZ
John was a remarkable football and baseball player at ASU and a great guy. I did not see him too often after our baseball days at ASU, but when I did he was always warm and friendly and interested in what others had done in the years after ASU athletics. I am saddened to hear he is no longer with us. My sincere sympathy to his wife and family.
John Pavlik
May 18, 2007 | Phoenix, AZ
I had the pleasure of meeting Big JT at Jill and Jerry's wedding - a giant man full of happiness and warmth. The kind of guy you could tell lived and loved to the fullest just by being in the same room with him. I celebrate the life of John Michael Torok. The world is a better place thanks to men like him.
Brian Talbot
May 18, 2007 | Laveen, AZ
I am so sorry for your loss Mary Jane, Kelly, Jill, and Joe. John was such a wonderful man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracey Stites Mahon
May 18, 2007 | Phoenix, AZ
I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear the news of John's passing. I know John was very special to my Dad, Bud, and I will treasure my visit with John and his family in San Diego a few years ago. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Torok Family.
Lorie Kay Hampton (Hunt)
May 18, 2007 | Big Bear Lake, CA
Mary Jane & Family....
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family..
(Bud Hunt's daughter)
Malinda Lippiatt
May 18, 2007 | Tulsa, OK
We are so sorry for your loss. He will surely be missed as he was a wonderful man and always full of joy.
All our love,
Brice & Amy Samuel
Brice & Amy Samuel
May 18, 2007 | Paradise Valley, AZ
