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John Abarca Obituary
November 25, 1979 - June 4, 2023
John Abarca was an Artist and Educator. John graduated from Arvin High and CSU Bakersfield. He taught art and special education at Arvin High School and Paramount Bard Academy (now Wonderful Academy).
His passions included art, photography, Disneyland, and anything pop culture. John was a champion for education and advocate for individuals with special needs.
John lived every day for the moment. When not working, he spent days out enjoying the world. He took a photo every day to share his passion for life.
John is survived by Mother Flor and Father Juan, Sister Kimberly Abarca Cruz and Brother-in-Law Armando, Nephew and Niece, Grandparents, and God Children. He was an honored friend, companion, grandson, nephew, uncle, and cousin. Even in his absence, he lives on through the pursuit of our passions. Vive tu vida.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to The Heart of Gold Academic Scholarship in Memory of John Abarca scholarship. Please send check donations to KHSD Educational Foundations, 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. In the memo section, please write John Abarca.
For service information, please contact [email protected].
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Arturo Reyes
June 16, 2023
I am going to miss to friend you where the best teacher ever you never gave up on me, and I will always be grateful for having you as a teacher
Isaac C.
June 13, 2023
Going to miss you buddy. Love you
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