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John Etcheverry
1935 - 2017
John Etcheverry
1935 - 2017
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John Etcheverry
September 10, 1935 - September 26, 2017
John Etcheverry passed away suddenly, with his family by his side, on September 26, 2017. A loving husband, brother, dad, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, John was born to Felix and Rosalie Etcheverry, on September 10, 1935 in Bakersfield, California.
After graduating from Garces Memorial High School in 1953, John went on to graduate from California State University at Fresno with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture. Shortly after graduation, he married his wife, Dorleen, in 1956 and became proud parents to Mary Ann and Mike.
John's forty-two-year agricultural career started out working on his family farm, then Bidart Brothers, Kern County Land Company, Tenneco West and Arroyo Seco Vineyards.
He was a devout Catholic and a great supporter of Catholic Education. He shared his gift of leadership both at St. Francis of Assisi Parish and Garces Memorial High School and was inducted into the Garces Memorial Hall of Fame in 2008. John was a proud advocate for the community, serving as a director and chairman on numerous boards and foundations.
John enjoyed the simple things in life. His best times were spent in Shaver Lake surrounded by friends and family, especially his grandchildren. John was a craftsman and a self-made engineer. He was a man of wisdom and insight. Whether you knew it or not, John was right and he knew it best.
John was preceded in death by his parents Felix and Rosalie Etcheverry and wife Dorleen Etcheverry. He is survived by his daughter Mary Ann (John) Putman, grandchildren John Jr. and Andrew Putman; son Mike (Laura) Etcheverry, grandchildren Jeff (Michelle), Jenny, Amy, David, and Christine Etcheverry, Rosie (Adam) Cook; great grandchildren Luke and Eleanor, sister Marie Jeanne (Lorenzo) Echevere, brothers Raymond (Joannie) and Albert (Monica) Etcheverry.
Services will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Monday, October 2, 2017 with Rosary at 9:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM, celebrated by Monsignor Craig Harrison; and interment at the Historic Union Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Garces Hail Mary Club, St. Francis Parish, or a charity of your choice.
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Evelyn Merriman
October 8, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Etcheverry Family. John was a long-time friend and very special to me and my family. He will be missed by all who knew him.
October 2, 2017
The Avery family of Bakersfield gives our condolences to the Etcheverry family for their loss.
Mary Jo Ansolabehere Norris
October 2, 2017
One of my favourite cousins, Johnny always made me happy even thought we would only see each other at mass when I was in town, many prayers from my family to your.
Dean and Tammy Bertey
October 2, 2017
Fantastic guy. Will miss he and your Mom greatly. Dean and Tammy(Anderson)Bertey.
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Gary and Deborah Leary
October 1, 2017
Our hearts and prayers are with the Etcheverry Family, may God bless and comfort you.
Sister Cristina Caballero, RSM
October 1, 2017
Know of my deepest condolences and prayers for you all!
In Mercy,
Sister Cristina Caballero, RSM
Tonya Abbott
October 1, 2017
A great man. Prayers for the Etcheverry family.
Kathy Torchia
October 1, 2017
Your dad was a special man and a delight to engage in conversation. I only just met him which is my great loss, but so enjoyed him!!
Mark and Robyn Garibaldi
October 1, 2017
Condolences and prayers for the Etcheverry Family.
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