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Jean Maitia Obituary
Jean Baptiste, known to his friends as J.B., was born in the small village of Estérençuby in the Basque region of France. He immigrated to the United States in 1957 to be a shepherd in the San Joaquin Valley before settling in the Bay Area where he worked as a house painter for decades. He loved hunting, fishing, and making a strong highball for himself and for welcomed guests. J.B. came to this country in search of a greater and fuller life. He found it.
Jean Baptiste is survived by his wife Patsy, his daughters Nicole Maitia-Gough (Richard) and Edene, his son Robert (Megan), his step-daughters Stephanie Harrison (Tim) and Tiffany Sumrow, his step-grandchildren Alicia and Timmy, and his grandson Beau Jean-Baptiste.
One of seventeen children, J.B. is also survived by eight siblings and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. He was dearly loved by all.
A mass in celebration of Jean Baptiste's life will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Redwood City at 11:30am, Friday, June 7th, with a luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers, those who desire are encouraged to make memorial donations to CurePSP (www.psp.org).
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Nicole Maitia-Gough
August 7, 2019
My sweet aita (father). No words to express my gratitude for your life. Your journey into this country and your success is something I will ALWAYS be extremely proud of. You are/were one of kind. You left a legacy with your 3 children and 1 grandson (Beau Jean Baptiste) at the time you made your journey to heaven. We will ALL do our best to live our lives like you did...with a smile and a cocktail! We love and miss you everyday dad! Mil Esker
Tess Camilleri
June 11, 2019
Dearest Patsy and Family,
It is with heavy hearts we express our sadness of the passing of such a wonderful man who made a big difference in our lives. Unfortunately, we didn't see the obituary in the paper until the afternoon of the funeral. How we would have loved to have been there to honor him and his family. They sure got a good one up in Heaven and we will treasure the time we spent with him. Blessings to all of you.
Fondly,
Tess & Al Camilleri
Jean Baptiste Maitia 1965
Marie Maitia
June 3, 2019
This is JB in his younger years 1965 when he got married for the 1st time. Very good man and good looking to boot. I cherished my time with him and our three children together. Rest in peace Jean Baptiste-Geroago maitea
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Chuck and Sis Calderhead
June 2, 2019
J.B. was one of a kind and will not be forgotten by anyone who was fortunate enough to know him. Our deepest condolences to Patsy and all of his family at this difficult time. Love, Chuck and Sis Calderhead
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