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John was born in Yakima, Washington and raised in Spokane, Washington. John attended Gonzaga University in Spokane where he received his law degree.
In 1963 he married Betty Lou Jones, and they soon moved to Portland, Oregon where he worked for Pioneer National Title Insurance Company. In 1976, John moved to McMinnville to manage the local Ticor Title insurance office and raise his family until his retirement. After his retirement from Ticor he went on to work for the law office of Haugeberg, Rueter, Gowell, Fredricks & Higgins P.C.
Some of John's interests included the Jaycees & Lions Club. He enjoyed reading, Military history, Lionel Trains and chess.
John is survived by his two sons David and Craig Stirling, as well as two grandchildren; Hannah & Nicolas.
A private family service will be held at Evergreen Memorial Park in McMinnville.
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