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John North Obituary

North, John D.
passed away June 25, 2012 in Phoenix. He was born October 1, 1927 in Duluth, MN. He moved to Phoenix in 1953 and started North Brothers Wholesale Floor Covering with his brothers. John is survived by his wife Gerry of 52 years, his daughter Linda Saxton, his son David North, his granddaughter Amber Saxton, his son in law John Saxton, and his brother Richard North. A memorial service will be held at Orangewood Presbyterian Church, 7321 N. 10th St., Phoenix, AZ at 11:00 am on July 7th, 2012. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014, or Orangewood Presbyterian Church. Please visit www.hansenmortuary.com to share online condolences with family.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 4, 2012.

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Don Alsop

June 28, 2020

Seventy five years ago John and I graduated at Duluth Central. Our friendship dated back to grade school days.
It was renewed in Arizona. Many pleasant memories. Don Alsop

August 2, 2012

Gerry,
On behalf of my parents, Anne and Jim Laugharn, I wanted to extend my condolences. I know you and John experienced many years of friendship and fun memories with my parents. So sorry for your loss.
Theresa Laugharn Weiner

July 8, 2012

Gerry, Jack and Leah Winn extend blessings to you and your family.
John was special. We enjoyed his company,and he will be missed by many. L&J

July 8, 2012

So sorry to hear of Johns passing.
Dan and Debi Bright

Ted Nach

July 6, 2012

I wish to express my sincere condolences to the North family at this difficult time.

Al Evans

July 6, 2012

It was a privilege to have known this man.Remembered Always.

Al and Cathy Evans

Denise Swadish

July 5, 2012

John, Gerry, Linda and David have been our dear family friends for many years. Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.

Don and Jean Alsop

July 4, 2012

It was great fun to renew a childhood acquaintance with John and visit he and his wife Gerry while we were in AZ. He was a good friend and will be sorely missed.

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