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John Fidler Obituary
John was born in Bakersfield Ca, April 22,1952. He graduated from West High School in 1970, then joined the army. After the army he went on to attend Bakersfield College.
John became a Deputy Sheriff in 1975, and was then stationed in Frazier park, where he lived for a short time. He was then promoted to Homicide Detective and worked until he retired with the K.C.S.O in 2003. John was a member of the Kern County Shriners club, and The Bakersfield Breakfast Lions Club. He was also the commissioner of the Stone Age Fantasy Football league, in which he truly enjoyed, most of all he loved traveling with his wife Laurie.
John was a loving Husband, Father and Grandfather. John is preceded in death by his Father Clayton P. Fidler. He is survived by his mother Peggy M. Montgomery, 2 sisters Judy Fussel and Jeanne Rodriguez. Wife Laurie Fidler, Daughter Shawna Fidler, Daughter Jamie and Husband Rick Martinez, Son Scotty Crabtree, and Daughter Jessica Crabtree. 7 Grandchildren, and numerous family and life long friends, all whom he loved dearly.
Services will be held Tuesday, March 1st at 1p.m at Hillcrest Mortuary. 9101 Kern Canyon Rd. Bakersfield Ca, 93306.
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Richard Ramirez
March 3, 2016
John:
I don't know what to say my friend, other than I already miss you. First it was Randy and now you. I can't help but wonder if I'm getting close to joining you and Ra Ra, because I'm older than both of you. I'd like to hang around here a little bit longer but if you guys need me there to interpret, (where ever that might be) I guess could meet you guys there but Karen wouldn't like it. Please don't pull any strings to get me there early. Karen wouldn't appreciated that very much.
Few people knew we had nicknames for each other. I called you Gorilla (pronounced in Spanish) and you called me Chingo Domingo.
I have so many funny and fond memories of you Gorilla that I could write a book, but don't worry I won't. I remember when we'd go to choir practice in the winter time (in the old days) and you'd pull out that nasty, ugly, smelly U.S. Army top coat, then put on your gloves, grab a beer, then with that dead pan smile of yours you'd ask everyone "are we having fun yet?" I guess you just had to be there to understand that one. But if THEY don't get it, that's okay, because it only pertains to you.
I've recently been talking to some old friends of ours and they all say to tell you good bye for now and we'll see you on the other side. That's Me, Gino and Quenton saying goodbye, for now anyway. I guess we'll stop crying in a few days or so but I won't stop missing you.
One more thing. Thanks for introducing me to Tomas Parks, way back when Dinosaurs walked this earth. He's proved to be a wonderful friend even if he was on the other side at the refinery strikes, (inside joke). And he's got a wonder wife that we love dearly.
I guess I better stop here before they tell me too.
Love you Gorilla.......
March 2, 2016
Such a terrible loss, my heart does ache for my good friend of 44 years, Mr. John Fidler. Since 1972, our times together since college were such a blessing.
His signature, unique sense of humor always did attest his good nature and work ethic. I am sorrowed for you Laurie, and all the family and extended family.
As his KCSD and KLEA partners will attest, John was such a good person, and always had our safety top priority.I will miss greatly John, and our Colorado River trips he so much enjoyed.
Knowing his service in the US Army Military Police, I say to you now John: "Thank you for my Freedoms, and thank you for your service to your country".God Bless our United States Armed Forces and our Veterans.
If but a word, a certain gesture, or a look of relief--or hearing the words accompaning it spoken--can sometimes mean so much, to so many, especially in their time of need.
So shall we ever meet,......act......and part.
Thomas Parks
March 1, 2016
Laurie, I pray for you to be strong during this time of sorrow. You and John had many adventures together, and I enjoyed watching all the post on FB of all the states that you traveled. John will be truly missed. God bless you and your family. Love you. Sheila, Allan, Jacob & Allyson.
Les Hershberger
February 29, 2016
Seems like only yesterday, we were dancing the night away at the WHS 40th Reunion. RIP my friend.
Les Hershberger
February 29, 2016
Seems like only yesterday, we were dancing the night away at the WHS 40th Reunion.. RIP my friend.
Tim Easter
February 29, 2016
Rest in peace John. You were always a stand up guy.
Kami Taylor
February 28, 2016
Dear JC
I can't believe you are gone....I wanna say I Love You , even though we went through our trials and tribulations.... I'll never forget you following my friends and "running their plates" I see now its because you LOVED ME" (Although I always thought it was because you hated me)...once I moved out, I learned what a great soul you really were....I remember seeing you at Mercy Hospital when Eric and I ran the "Richard Maxwell" call, and you took me in your arms -- in a big bear hug and telling me "Its OK, I got your back" I really didn't understand those words, but I THANK YOU & I pray that God is holding you in his loving arms....I miss our nights that we would play Monopoly until 2-3 am (when my mom got off work)...and I thank God that you were in our lives....My thoughts are with your wife Laurie, Mom-Peggy, Kids Shawna & Jamie and sisters Judy and Jeannie...I will ALWAYS LOVE YOU AND KEEP YOU IN MY HEART...Til we see you again, Keep the Heavens lively❤❤
Charles Haberkern
February 28, 2016
Rest in peace John.
Judy (Buchanan) Walker
February 28, 2016
My sincere condolences to Judy & Jeanne & all of John's family.
February 28, 2016
Sending you prayers and strength. May you find peace in precious memories.
Neena Troupe
WHS/1970
February 28, 2016
Prayers go out for the family and friends.another good one joins the havens above
Denise Christy/Everett
February 28, 2016
Laurie,
My heart is heavy, feeling your pain & loss. Hugs to you my friend. Wish I could be there for you.
February 27, 2016
God's Kingdom will restore peace and remove death. Hosea 2:18
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