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John Geerin Obituary
A celebration of John's life will be held at 7:00pm on Thursday, February 9th., at Anchorage Grace Church, 12407 Pintail Street. A reception to follow the service at the church.
John lived in Alaska for most of his life, arriving in March 1966 when the Army transferred his father to Ft Richardson. He graduated from Bartlett High School in 1982. John was an electrician by trade and worked on residential and commercial projects throughout the state. His passion in life was spending time with his sons, Jimmy and Trevor, with whom he found great joy fishing on the Kenai and Anchor Rivers every summer. When not fishing, he spent countless hours with his sons in the hockey rink, coaching them in their early years with the Alaska All Stars, and attending their comp and high school varsity hockey games. His boys were the highlight of his life and he never missed an opportunity to talk about their accomplishments and how proud he was of them.
His family said, "John was such a fun loving family man. He was always ready with a hardy laugh at any funny story that was shared. John was great will kids of all ages, as his playful nature was infectious to all. Our fondest memories are of sharing times with John on the Kenai River. We will miss his free spirit and zest for life. John will forever be close in our hearts".
John is survived by his sons Jimmy and Trevor Geerin, his girlfriend Kirsten Anderson, his sisters and their husbands Mary and Rusty Hathaway and Theresa and George Rockhill, sister Sharon Hackleman, the mother of his beautiful sons Cathi Geerin, nieces Jessica and Jennifer Rockhill, Cherie Ard and Rachael Watkins, nephew Justin Rockhill, grandniece Trinity Ard, and grandnephew Asher Johnston. He was preceded in death by his parents and older brother Raymond (Mike) Geerin.
Arrangements were cared for by Alaskan Heritage Memorial Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Geerin
March 7, 2012
John~you will be greatly missed. Seeing your smile and hearing your stories and laugh, talking about your sons, listening and giving advice!! This was quit a shock to me (found out last night 3/6 at Georges)!! You have reminded me how fragile life is, and to not waste a minute. You will be remembered forever!! May you rest in peace
~Danette
February 19, 2012
We were John's neighbors on Patterson in the 60s & 70s. John and his parents taught my family how to fish the Kenai and Anchor rivers back then. When I drive the Seward Highway I still see "JohnJohn's cave" between Anchorage and Bird Creek. John's life had meaning and impact all those years ago. Ken McCormick for the McCormick Family
Frederic Ehrlich
February 18, 2012
Jage watch over us so we may keep a steady tiller and stay on the hole.
Boys I was a childhood friend of your Father and I offer my condolences. Walk in the light and He will be with you.
February 13, 2012
John will be missed at one of his favorite watering holes in Anchorage. We'll miss his humor, laughter and great fish stores. He spoke of his sons all the time. God bless to John's sons and family.
Sharon Hackleman
February 10, 2012
I will cherish all my memories of the best little brother in the world! We truly were close being the two youngest siblings. I am so thankful we were able to connect over the holidays. You are forever in my heart. I love you always. Your big sis, Sharon
Valerie Johnson
February 10, 2012
John was a lot of things to many people and will be missed tremendously. Words cannot express how sorry we are about your loss. Our hearts go out to the family and friends who are hurting. John's smile and laugh will be missed. The Celebration of Life showed how much he was loved. We are here for you. Love, Valerie, John, Jack, Gregory, & Cove Johnson
Allen Rogers
February 9, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 9, 2012
JImmy Trevor and Cathi, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry....Kim (Burton) Little
Brenda Vranckaert
February 9, 2012
We loved watching him fish with his boys on Hole #2 on the Kenai River. I will miss him so much but I know he will be watching over his boys as they fish in his "blue boat". Such fun they had. Peace and love to Cathi, Jimmy, Trevor,family and friends.
February 9, 2012
February 9, 2012
I will sure miss John and his laughs. He could certainly brighten up someones day in a heartbeat. No doubt one of the best fisherman and father that I knew. Never could stop talking about his boys and their hockey accomplishments. My condolences and sympathies to the entire family. I offer my love and support in anyway I can.
Amir Azimi and family
Kim Starzetski
February 9, 2012
Peace to John Geerin
And Family
Jage and I grew up as friends in
the big AK at a very young age.
Lisa Vukasin
February 9, 2012
To your family
I hope you always remember the laughs, for there were many, the smiles, for there were thousands and the stories, for there were to many to count.
He came into our life as a friend, and will alwys stay in our heart like he was family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Vukasin and family
Michelle Fritz
February 8, 2012
Jimmy,Trevor,Cathi and Family~John was a very special man. I will forever remember him at the rinks cheering on Trevor's team! He always said positive things about the players and goalies. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Tim Snyder
February 8, 2012
Cathi, Jimmy, Trevor, Kirsten and Family -
Thinking of all of you as you come together to celebrate John's life.I wish I was there to share as well. John touched everyone with his zest for life and his unique personality that always brought a smile to your face. He was very proud of you boys and always shared your latest achievements when we spoke on the phone.The memories of "Jage" will last a lifetime for all of us and I feel truly blessed to have had a friend like John growing up.
Tony
February 8, 2012
The Wonderful John Geerin will be missed by all that knew him. A very loving father who taught his sons well. Quite possibly the best fisherman in Alaska. A master electrician who could fix everything. A superb cook. Always a smile and kind word. The list could go on and on. To me, a loyal and generous friend, always fair. I will miss you John, and always keep you in my heart.
Jen Briske
February 8, 2012
Cathi, Jimmy , Trevor, Kirsten & Family
You are all so dear to all of us and we are thinking of each one of you not just today but always.... We are so sorry for your loss !! John was a very special person and loved by all. We have known you all for so long and even though we do not always see each other when we did John always had a smile and a hug and something nice to say. Always asking about our kids and also updating us on Jimmy and Trevor !! He loved you boys more than anything and it showed. He was and I know is so proud of you and watching over you both...now and forever!!
Cathi and Kirsten John loved you both and was lucky to have two such amazing people be a part of his life and it just ended way to soon.. He will never be forgotten and we will think of him often as we watch the boys play hockey and whenever we are at the rink. We are also thinking of your family Cathi including your mom,brothers; Jim & John, sisters: Kim, Cindy, Shari and her boys Josh and Jacob.. I know they loved their Uncle John as well. I wish we could take away the pain.
Love You ! Jen & Craig Briske & Kids
Marilyn
February 8, 2012
Jimmy,Trevor and family I just wanted to send my condolences, your dad was a very proud parent when he watched you play hockey and always smiling at the rink...as a parent, I love when parents like your dad took pride in how proud he was when he'd watch you play on the ice. I admire parents like that. I just wanted to say my thoughts and prayers are with the both of you and your family. Marilyn (security).
William Rapuzzi
February 8, 2012
I will always remember the years when you coached me, Jimmy, and all the boys through the early parts of our hockey careers. There was a reason all the guys from that team still remain very close friends. I can speak for everyone when saying you made hockey fun for all of us and will never forget those times. Even as we grew up you remained so close to all of us and always had us over with open arms and were there for us. You leave an amazing legacy that will be carried on by Jim and Trev. The Burgundy Brews will never forget you. Miss you JG. You'll never be forgotten. Your face-off play lives on. Here's to you, Cheers
Martha Rapuzzi
February 8, 2012
Always smiling, you were....and so so fun to be near. We will miss you, John. We have so many great memories of you coaching that very special group of boys. We will never forget that time, for it was you who dubbed our William "Will the Thrill". He loved you so....You caused him to fall in love with hockey. You will remain in our hearts, and your family in our prayers.
Rich and Martha Rapuzzi
February 8, 2012
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Tamara, Mike and Steven
Mike Corey
February 8, 2012
Our family will always remember you as a kind, supportive father of two fine young men. We will miss your positive presence whenever we met. May all of us who consider you our friend find some measure of peace in knowing that we are all better off for having known you. Thank you for that gift.
February 8, 2012
We want to express our deep felt condolences to Jimmy, Trevor, Cathi, and family. We have fond memories of John and the time we shared at the rink. We will remember John as a dedicated Dad and a fun loving guy. We'll miss him.
Paul, Diane, Luke Moma
Michigan
John and I working at Whittier School that day summer of 2011
John Geerin
February 8, 2012
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