John W. Downing

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John Downing Obituary

John W. Downing, 70, of Boulder, died Sat., Jan. 12, 2012 at his residence. A Visitation will be begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 18, 2013 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 4655 Table Mesa Dr., Boulder, CO. Interment will follow at Mountain View Memorial Park, 3016 Kalmia Ave., Boulder, CO. John was born Dec. 12, 1942 in Bowie, TX to Ralph W. and Frances P. (Smith) Downing. He attended public schools in Bowie and Palestine, TX, receiving his Bachelor of Science from North Texas State College and his PhD from the University of Utah. John married Donna L. Hansen in 1988 in Richfield, UT. Together they moved to Boulder from Austin, TX. John was a chemist doing research with the Michl Research Group of the University of Utah, UT Austin and the University of Colorado-Boulder. John was a devoted husband and step-father. He enjoyed pursuing interesting mathematical and computer programming for fun. He loved gardening and reading. His interest in science and the world around him continued throughout his life. Survivors: Wife, Donna Downing, Boulder, CO; Step-Son, Michael Hoover, Boulder, CO; Brothers, William Downing, Cincinnati, OH and Larry Downing, Henderson, TX. Contributions: Imagine Foundation, 1400 Dixon Ave., Lafayette, CO 80026. Please share thoughts, memories and condolences at legacy.com/obituaries/dailycamera

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Published by The Daily Camera on Jan. 17, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for John Downing

6 Entries

Sidney Sue (Smith) Graham

January 25, 2013

Donna Louese, You and Michael are in my heart. It's hard to imagine a world without John Wayne. I remember him as a toddler in Bowie. We cousins loved getting to know you over the years, and learning to know Michael through your wonderful Christmas letters. May God bless and comfort you.

Renee Luras

January 22, 2013

To the Downing family my deepest regards. I knew John since I can remember. My family has My wife's Place on seventh east in Salt Lake City. Many an early evening did I sit and listen to some of the most challenging and intellectual conversations. John among many Professors and scholars would debate philosophy, science and of course math. John's mind was incredible, he sat among the best of the best. I learned so much just listening to him. My father always listened to John formulas concerning that extra nickle dad was missing out on because he'd priced the beverage wrong and promptly changed it. If John only knew how much those nickles grew to be. We are forever in his debt. More than that he was my friend. As a young girl he gave me great advice that I have carried on with me through out life. He was a gentleman and scholar. I am glad to have known him. May his memory be eternal.
Renee Luras and Family.

Keith Thompson

January 19, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have touched so many for good. May the Spirit give you comfort in this your hour of need. Love, Skyler and friends.

Carolyn (Clowey) Lowe

January 18, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about John. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Jean and Jim Johnson

January 17, 2013

May you receive comfort in your happy memories with John. Remember that you will receive strength and peace with each passing day.

Donna and Michael, you will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless each of you in a very special way. May the Peace and understandong of our Savior be with you continually. Love,

Jean ad Jim Johnson

January 17, 2013

We know you will find comfort in your happy memories. Remember that strength and peace will increase with each passing day.

Donna and Michael, we are praying for you as you begin the next chapter in your life. May the Love and Peace of God be with you. God Bless you.

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