John Carl Stechman

Remembering my friend John on the anniversary you got your wings

Lori Silacci

I was looking for John for years and then so sadly I saw this news. I went to High School at Atascadero High with John. He was a freshman I was a senior. He had the most infectious wonderful way about him and he was only 14 at the time. Later we played at Cuesta College on the tennis teams he was still just as genuine as ever. This year knowing AHS was having class reunions it made me start thinking about John and what a great person he was. I am so saddened to know he has gone. I am sure he is sitting in heaven making jokes as his was such a great and personable nature. I wish his wife and son many condolences for their loss and extend that to Johns mom and dad and his sister Jennifer. The world has lost a good man...

My heartfelt sympathy to the family. John, Kurt Jensen and I were close at Cal Poly. At we were all condo mates. He was full of energy with a self deprecating sense of humor and a extremely bright mind. We shared a entrepreneurial trail with the concept of "VanGogh's" wine bar across that was to be across from the Old Mission. The loss of his sister hit him hard and he wrestled with how to move forward. We had mutual insurance clients and worked with him shortly. He was a very diligent risk management professional. My condolences to Sara, Dottie, John, Jennifer, and John Peter. May God's light be upon you.

Sorry to learn of this. I also knew John from Cal Poly AEPi fraternity days. Once again RIP Brother.

I knew John briefly at Cal Poly when I pledged AEPi fraternity. Very FUNNY guy back then. RIP Brother! My condolances to the family.

Dear John and Dottie, I was so saddened to learn of your son's passing. Please know that you are in my prayers. When you are able, I would love to get back in touch. My love to you both.

I was stunned and saddened to see the news of John's passing. I am so sorry for the struggles he and his family must have endured while living with his illness.

I had not been in contact with John since our high school years, but certainly remember him as a kind, funny and personable friend. My hope for comfort and strength goes out to his family.

Too soon, too soon. I knew John from SLO High and at Cal Poly. I remember his kindness. I remember him as a gentleman. I remember his easy smile, his strong, handsome face. I remember his touch of cowboy. Mostly, I remember how much he loved his sisters and his folks. God bless his son Peter who must continue his father's legacy without him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Regina (Jean) Chambers Voge

Such sad news.....way too young to pass....prayers for his family...

Our condolences to the family and parents. His heart was as pure as any I've known and he loved others unconditionally despite his own struggles. RIP Johnny!!!

My prayers go out to your family. I graduated w/ John, but,I had not spoken to him since then. We connected about a yr. ago on Facebook & it was great to hear from him again. It sounded like he had a great life going.

John & I came from very different backgrounds, but always enjoyed talking with him in school. He was definitely a very high quality person & I always admired the way he handled himself & others. Be @ peace my friend...

I am so sorry to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. I will remember John's sense of humor and laughter. I am going to miss him.

Our condolences to John's family and parents on his passing. I remember John when he was a member of our early-morning-crew at the Cattaneo Bros. plant on Caudill street. He was friendly, bright, energetic and a very fine young man and a pleasure to be around. Rest in Peace.