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John Villarreal Obituary
Villarreal, John Robert of Tempe passed away Sunday, October, 14, 2012. He was born in Santa Clara, California on February 20, 1969. He moved with his family to Tempe, Arizona in 1973 where he attended Tempe schools and graduated from Marcos de Niza High School in 1987. He later graduated with a degree in Communications from Arizona State University. John was an avid sports fan and from an early age, loved talking and following national as well as local sports. Known as "Johnny V" locally, he worked as an independent reporter and for a period was employed at radio station KTAR covering the local sports teams. He is survived by his parents, Rudy and Mary Ellen Villarreal of Tempe, daughter, Jordan Villarreal, grandmother, Jessie Salgado, brothers, Steve (Anna) and Paul (Demi) Villarreal, sister, Lynn (Martin) Magat and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Visitation will be held at Tempe Mortuary, 405 E. Southern Ave, Tempe, from 5 to 7 pm, Sunday, October 21, 2012. Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1800 E. Libra Dr, Tempe, at 10 am, Monday, October 22.
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Kiersty Bartsch
October 24, 2012
Johnny, I'll miss our conversations at work and how you always knew how to make everyone smile. And to the Villarreal family, my deepest condolences. Johnny was a great man and will be missed.
julie ascolese
October 24, 2012
My love and heartfelt sympathy go out to the Villarreal family. I love you all.
Julie Ascolese
Julie Ascolese/Villarreal
October 24, 2012
I was listening to Mac and Gaydos just a little while ago. Could they be talking about the 'Johnny' I knew?
John, I am seeing your picture now. It's really you; my former brother-in-law. Oh God, why? Rest in peace dear sweet Johnny. You were a highlight in my past! Always smiling and loving. May God keep you in his loving care. Love, Julie
Marilyn Gutierrez
October 24, 2012
I am incredibly lucky to have had the pleasure to meet such a great man in my life, i never met anyone like him, my father passed away when i was younger and with those two amazing years of having him in my life he was the closest thing to a father figure that i ever had, and thats what im guna miss the most. He was the light of The Phoenician family we all miss him dearly. John, I will never forget the good times we had,now everytime i pass by your old department i randomly just stand there hoping to see you once more.
John i will always have you and your beloved family in my prayers especially your pride and joy...Jordan.
To the Villarreal Family, thank you for allowing us (The Phoenician Family), attend the visitation and also the funeral. Words can not express how much it means to us.
Thank You Villarreal Family
Love,Marilyn Gutierrez
Jason Chavez
October 23, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I also knew Johnny when he was living in Flagstaff and working at AZP. He was an amazing person and I was lucky to be around him. He made us smile and laugh on a daily basis! He will be deeply missed. Rest in peace Johnny.
Stacie avelar
October 23, 2012
I was lucky to get to know Johnny V. when he worked in Flagstaff at AZP. He was one of the nicest guys I have ever met and am saddened by the news that he has passed away. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Tracy Prince
October 22, 2012
R.I.P. Johnny, you will never be forgotten! To the Villarreal family... MY Prayers & Thoughts are with you!
David Leshner
October 21, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Villarreal family. Johnny V was a great guy that I got to know when I worked for the Phoenix Suns. He was one of the nicest guys to work with in the media and I'm very sorry for your loss.
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