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John Paul Bakker

1961 - 2016

BORN

1961

DIED

2016

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John Bakker Obituary

Bakker, John Paul
54, of Tempe Arizona passed away on March 16, 2016. John was born in Evergreen Park, Illinois on May 31, 1961 to Paul and Elizabeth Bakker. When he was three the family moved to AZ. He attended The Abbey Catholic High School in Canon City, CO. He earned his Bachelors degree in finance from U of A & his masters in finance from ASU. John had an exceptional mind for business and finance and was dedicated and passionate about his work. He married Kelly Aug 1985 & they had their daughter Kaitlyn Sept 1987. He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth. He is survived by his wife Kelly & daughter Kaitlyn (Jesse), his father Paul (Marty), sisters Liz (T. Paul) & Therese (Phylis), nephews Anthony & Scott, nieces Erinn & Jenna, and godson Chris. In lieu of flowers the family welcomes donations to the charity of your choice in John's name.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 23, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for John Bakker

22 Entries

Terry Hamilton

April 25, 2017

I worked with John at CSK Auto for many years. He was a brilliant analyst and he had a marvelous sense of humor. We had lunches for many years after the demise of CSK and he was always a warm and interesting person. He will be missed.

Chris Carroll

June 9, 2016

Miss you John. Thanks for being a friend when things were difficult. i wish you peace.

John and bear claw doughnut

Mali Chiyoko

May 19, 2016

My heart is broken. John and I both attended the U of A, and on his birthday, he got a doughnut shaped like a bear claw- That was the most fun and enlightening day at the office. Here is the photo of John and his giant bear claw doughnut <333

April 28, 2016

I wish you peace and serenity , may your soul be free.

Cindy Harrod

April 7, 2016

I am deeply saddened by the news of John's passing. I had the great pleasure of working with John for three years. One thing I really liked about John was him trying to be tough, but if you looked really close he had a smile under all that toughness. And if you would point it out he would get all embarrassed.
John, I wish you eternal happiness.

Linda Goldman

April 4, 2016

John, you are missed. Lunchtime with Jessica is not the same without you.
I wish for you eternal happiness.
Linda

Chris Carrol

March 28, 2016

John was a good friend, I am so sorry for the loss and my sincerest condolences to his wife and family.

C L

March 25, 2016

Please accept my condolences on the loss of Mr Bakker. May his memory comfort your heart; and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

Karen Timian

March 25, 2016

I was saddened to learn of John's passing. I worked with him on the board of the IMA. He was always fun and worked well with everyone on the board. He will be missed.

Paul Lewis

March 24, 2016

John,

You will be dearly missed. My time working with you at CSK was enlightening, insightful and very memorable. My prayers go out to your family and I truly hope you are in a better place and at peace.

Keith Sawottke

March 24, 2016

Life is but a series of paths that we travel. I am fortunate that our paths crossed several times over the past 30 years and that I got the opportunity to know you. You were a friend and a colleague and I am honored to have known you. You will be greatly missed. I wish you an eternal life of peace and happiness, free from the binds of mortality.

2013-14 IMAAZ Board (John in the center back)

Deb Michalowski

March 23, 2016

John was a dedicated assistant treasurer of the IMA AZ Valley of the Sun Chapter here in Phoenix. He attended almost all of our board meetings and always took care of the bookings at our tech sessions, confirming the meals at the Marriott. We knew him as our fun fellow management accountant/FPA. He was often joining us in our chapter board photos, as attached in 2013. You will be truly missed by all of us as our good friend. Rest in peace John Bakker.

ann charles

March 23, 2016

hugs to you John and may you now find true peace and comfort in Our Father's loving arms.

Ann Charles

Andy Chales

March 23, 2016

John was one of my best friends growing up. When we weren't busy climbing the huge tree in his back yard (scaring his mom) we were harassing his two sisters. When we were a bit older it was seeing who could ski the fastest, or daredevil driving on dirt roads. Believe it or not that was younger John. i still can't believe he jumped out of a plane once. I loved him like a brother and will miss him for the rest of my life. He had a great family who treated me as one of their own. I share your loss deeply.

Dan Martinez

March 23, 2016

I am very saddened to learn of John's passing. He was certainly an intelligent and generous person and simply an overall good guy to be around. When I was on crutches he was so helpful in many small but very meaningful ways, holding the door for me, carrying papers, refilling my drink, etc. all without ever being asked. It was just his kind nature.

You will be missed John, but I'll keep that lunch appointment.

Andria Melendez

March 23, 2016

I only worked with John for a few months but the few interactions I had with him in that short period of time I appreciate. He always walked around with a smile on his face. Anytime we passed each other he would give a warm smile and hello. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends during this difficult time. May you forever rest in peace John.

Lynne Smay

March 23, 2016

I had the honor of working with john. Such a bright smile and always brought a helpful attitude! He will be missed very much. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and freinds. May god bless and strengthen you at this time! Rest in Peace John!

Jessica Lewis

March 23, 2016

I am so happy to have known John, he has forever impacted my life. I will always be grateful for the time that we spent together and for the knowledge that he was able to share with me. Thank you, John, for all the laughs, lunches, high fives, and for putting up with my horrible singing in the car! You will be dearly missed.

Kasandra Romo

March 23, 2016

John,

I will miss your smiling face in the office. You were always so kind to me and your calm presence will be missed. I hope that you are at peace & please know that you will never be forgotten.

Sincerely,
Kasandra Romo

Vanessa Grimaldo

March 23, 2016

I am deeply saddened by the news of John's passing. No one can ever prepare us for a loss of a great friend,co-wrk & mentor. My thoughts & prayers are with each and every one of his loved ones.

Patty Gambee

March 23, 2016

My wish is that John's soul finds peace. My heart goes out to his family. He will be very missed!

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