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John Hains Obituary
April 10, 1947 - May 26, 2024
Modesto, California - John was born in San Mateo, CA, and was raised there with his siblings. He graduated from Aragon High School in 1965 and then voluntarily enrolled in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge from military service, John pursued a higher education at Chico State University, where he studied Agricultural Science. Following college, he moved to South Lake Tahoe for two years. In 1978, he relocated to Modesto, CA, where he soon became an Agricultural Inspector for Stanislaus County. He worked with the county for 32 years and retired in 2010.
John married Lynelle Silveira in 1985, and they promptly started their family. He was a devoted husband and father. He served as an assistant coach and super fan for his children's sport and extra curricular endeavors.
John loved the outdoors. Photography, backpacking, camping, and fishing were some of his favorite ways to spend his free time. He was also a dedicated volunteer for the Veteran's Foundation of Stanislaus County. John was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, where he served on the vestry for a term and was a member of the choir.
John is survived by his son Forrest Hains, his daughter Leslie Hains, his sister Barbara Perkins, his brother Jim Hains (Suzette), his wife Lynelle Hains, and many nieces and nephews.John's memory will live on through his family and those who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1528 Oakdale Road, on June 28th at 9:30 AM. Remembrances can be made to St Paul's Episcopal Church or to the VeteransFoundation of Stanislaus County at PO Box 576571 Modesto Ca, 95357
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Nathan Leon
June 26, 2024
I was tech support for John at the AG department. Just before he retired I was bragging about my bowling skills. So I took a long lunch and met him at the bowling alley. He clobbered me. I still had fun watching him roll like a pro. Can't believe he's gone.
Bertha Castillo
June 16, 2024
John was a great friend and co-worker of mine when we worked together at the Department of Agriculture I remember the times I got to go out with him in the field to interpret for him on a fieldwork inspection which took me out of the office and had alot of good conversations with him. He will be missed and. Rest in piece John. Bertie
Lynelle Hains
June 16, 2024
Happy Father´s Day to the beloved Father of our Children. You were an outstanding Father and I will always love you.
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