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1944
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2019
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John Azeveda Obituary
Born in 1944, John was 74 years young and taken from us too soon.
John was a man of honor and integrity, of care and compassion balanced with a great sense of humor, heart of gold, and love of life. John loved tending to his garden and his neighborhood. He was proud of his dedicated 35 years as a Civil Engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, loved time with his grandchildren and dreamed of the days when he would join them on the ski slopes or by a campfire. Some of the fondest memories include skiing at North Star Lake Tahoe, camping at Calaveras Big Trees, and vacationing with Carol in Cabo, Mexico. His legacy will be honored through his two grandchildren.
John left his heart and touched all of our hearts in San Francisco.
He is survived by his loving son and daughter-in-law Matthew and Beth Azeveda, grandchildren Vanessa and Zachary, family members, caring friends and neighbors.
We love and miss him dearly but know that he's now tending God's gardens and sitting pool-side once again with Carol, a good book and a tasty beverage. To celebrate John's life and honor him and the many joyous memories we all share of a wonderful father, grandfather, friend and loving spirit, the family invites you to join them for a viewing on Friday, March 15th from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at St. Dominic's Church, 2390 Bush St. San Francisco where a Funeral Mass will begin at 10:30 AM. A private celebration of John's life for family and friends will follow at 12:30 PM. For more details, please contact [email protected].
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Red Cross or the Sierra Club.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Duggan's Serra Mortuary - Daly City.
March 18, 2019
John, Rest on Peace, old friend. You will definitely be missed!
March 13, 2019
I will truly miss John. He was a wonderful friend and coworker for many, many years. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family. Terrie Reyes
Dennis Gallagher
March 13, 2019
John and I were good friends in Junior and Senior High School. We did many things together in his WWII jeep. I lost contact with him but kept up a little when I saw his mother. From all the comments it's obvious that he remained the same good guy and friend I knew.
March 11, 2019
Back in the day John was one of the sparkplugs in the District that made it place fun to work. Hanging out with John at Herrington's or at the Ottman's ski cabin was always a good time. John always had good things to say about life his friends and in particular his latest ski adventures. God bless him and welcome him home. Rod C.
Arijs Rakstins
March 11, 2019
A hearty laugh, great intellect and gentle soul. People like his come along rarely. We are all privileged to have known John.
VG
March 10, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of John. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure that fills your heart with love and brings you joy. May you find comfort in Jesus promise of the hope of everlasting life at John 6:40.
March 10, 2019
John was fun to work for, even though he would complain about my coffee on the boat as he drank it
Ernie
March 10, 2019
I loved John and carol so much. I recently spoke to John and he was going to come out and have dinner. This is heartbreaking My love to Matt Beth and children
Sharon Kemp
March 9, 2019
Very sorry to lose John. God Bless
March 8, 2019
When the prime contractor for the Oakland Harbor Dredging Project filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, John Azeveda was the only one who could pull the project back from the brink of disaster. Not only did he have a keen intellect, but he also had an uncanny sense of timing/humor, just when we needed it the most. He will be sorely missed. Merry G.
March 8, 2019
John was a great supervisor & mentor to my husband & myself. We will miss John greatly.
Lisa & Benson
Gary
March 8, 2019
I dont really know where to begin. John was one of my best friends for a very long time. His bright spirit and unmatched enthusiasm set him apart and made him a pleasure to work with in the Corps of Engineers. Whatever the situation he would rise up to it. Skiing with John, the past decade in Colorado, and prior to that in California, with and without families,has been a joy beyond words for me John, I will miss you. Your friend Gary Hershdorfer
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