John Leif Selvig

1966 - 2019

John Leif Selvig obituary, 1966-2019, Novato, CA

John Leif Selvig

1966 - 2019

BORN

1966

DIED

2019

John Selvig Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 23 to Aug. 25, 2019.
John Leif Selvig Dec. 25, 1966 - Aug. 15, 2019 John Selvig passed away at his childhood home in Mill Valley on August 15th at the age of 52. John was the youngest son of Rolf and Jettie Selvig. He is survived by both of his parents, his best friend Bibi Lemtorp, his son Jaden, brothers Rolf and Erik as well as the extended Selvig family. John was a great friend, son and brother, but most of all he was Jaden's father. He loved that boy more than life itself. Although cancer took John way too young, his love and devotion to Jaden will remain unending. Although John has left his body, his spirit remains in his love of nature. Be it a shred down Tam, a little surfing off the coast or simply hanging out with friends in Mill Valley, his loving embrace and Millbilly spirit will be with you. There will be a celebration of John's life Sunday August 25th from 2PM to 5PM at the Mill Valley Golf Clubhouse located at 267 Buena Vista Avenue in Mill Valley. All are welcome. In honor of how John lived, in lieu of flowers or donations, the family asks that you follow John's example by loving those around you, respecting everyone, and most importantly, being grateful for everyday you have the privilege of living.

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Stephanie (Buffalow) Newhall

August 25, 2019

Such sad news. I have such happy memories of Johnny. He was a very good friend of my children, Robert, Jen and Brad Buffalow. ALWAYS with a smile on his face when l'd see him. Such a sweetheart. He'll be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.

August 25, 2019

thinking of you
during this difficult moment :\

Clark McKown

August 24, 2019

I went to Homestead Elementary with John, and remember him as a terrific kid. He was good to others, fun to be with, and had a touch of mischief in him too. For a time he was the resident entrepreneur, riding his bike off campus during lunch to buy candy at the local drug store and charging quite a markup to his classmates for the odd Chunky Bar or Lick-M-Aid. (We were all happy to pay for the service!) I have not seen John since fifth grade, and he is frozen in my mind as a spunky 10 year-old. Still, I have fond memories of John and am so sorry to hear of his death, and for the loss those who love him are experiencing right now.

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