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For over three decades John dedicated himself to protecting his community as a firefighter with Contra Costa County before retiring in 2002. His passion for firefighting extended beyond the call of duty; he found purpose in grading fire trails, battling blazes, and offering a helping hand to those in need.
John was like a brother to many of his friends and deeply cherished by his many family members. He loved fishing, spending time at his mountain property in Camptonville California, playing horseshoes, his trips to Kamloops, houseboat trips on Lake Shasta and most of all bringing joy to others with his infectious sense of humor.
John leaves behind a loving legacy carried on by his wife, Ellen Coshow; his children, Tony (Rebecca) Riggs and Jennifer (Matt) Durflinger; siblings, Mary Bennett, Michelle Coshow and Albert Coshow; grandchildren, Skyler & Landen Durflinger; nieces, nephews, and his faithful dog Miley.
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Marla Aguiar
May 2, 2024
John came to my childhood home on a cold foggy Christmas morning. He was wearing a Black Leather Jacked. And wrapped inside his jacket was a new Black Labrador Puppy which we named Sox. John would come by the house many nights during the week for a cold beer and some funny conversations with my parents Carl and Bunny. We would all sit around the table enjoying a wonderful dinner. All laughing while we listened to John talk exactly like Donald Duck. We would ask him to keep talking while we giggled. My family and John owned mountain property on Moonshine Rd. We spent many Summers waterskiing on Bullard´s Bar Reservoir. We spent many hours on end around the Big Bon Fire, telling stories and jokes. we spent many Family Birthdays and Holidays together. I will carry My Memories of John every time I think of him. I remember John telling me and my siblings, " Never play with matches, cause you´ll wet the bed"
I think about that sometimes and I can´t help but laugh out loud.
John was always a Perfect Gentleman. And he had the most incredible personality.
Marla Aguiar
May 2, 2024
My deepest sympathy and condolences to Ellen and her family. My fondest memories of John was when I was growing up. He was always like a Big Brother to my family. He was a True Friend and “An American Hero”
May God Bless John
and May he rest in peace.
♥ ~ Marla Aguiar
(559) 260-8384
Passalacqua Funeral Chapel
May 1, 2024
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