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John Zazas Obituary
John graduated from Madison High School in San Diego, CA, in 1969. He married Carol Miller and they had one daughter in 1971. John was in the automotive industry for most of his career. In 1988 he married Russ Ann Seymour Zazas, they had no children together.
John loved his family and grandchildren. He loved the Glamis Sand Dunes, watching the grandchildren play football, baseball and cheer. John will always be remembered for his words of wisdom and sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife, Russ Ann Seymour Zazas of Ramona, CA, and Lake Havasu, AZ; children, Kristi Kirk of Ramona; step-daughter, Tara Larson of Ramona; nephew, James Spero Zazas, who was like his son, of Ramona; sibling, Catherine Holm of San Diego, CA; and five grandchildren of Ramona, Johnny Kirk, Kara Larson, Grant Larson, James D. Zazas and Sara Zazas. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, James Spero Zazas Sr.
A Memorial is scheduled for February 22, 2016, at 3pm at Mountain View Community Church, 1191 Meadowlark Way, Ramona, CA 92065, with a reception to follow at the home of James and Aundrea Zazas, 17045 Arena Way, Ramona. All are welcome to attend and celebrate John's life.
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for John Zazas
debi orr
January 31, 2022
he was a wonderful man. i loved him like a bother.
debi orr
January 31, 2022
johnny was a wonderful man. i loved him like a brother. love debi orr
February 24, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. Please be comforted by knowing God cares for you and will help you in your difficult time of need. 1 Peter:5:7.
February 23, 2016
May I offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr Zazas. I know that losing a loved one is not easy, but our faith in Gods promises can help us get through difficult times like this. Please know that God cares and will give you the strength that you need. At
2Kings 20:5, he says," I have heard your prayer. I have seen your tears. I am healing you..." I hope this brings you comfort and helps you cope with your loss.
February 23, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. May God give you strength during this time. Take comfort in His words found in Psalms 29:11
Eleanor Cullen
February 22, 2016
I met John in high school. He tried to teach me how to surf. In those days, the only boards were long boards and they were heavy.
He married Carol, my best friend. I got to visit them when John was stationed in Kansas.
I hadn't seen him in years. We ran into each other in Ramona several years back. He was still larger than life.
RIP my friend.
February 20, 2016
Tara - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. There will never be anyone like your Dad again. He was a 'one of a kind' spirit. I know his loss weighs heavy on your heart, but I hope hearing all these lovely stories helps you know that he was loved by many.
-Denise Moe
Elise
February 19, 2016
Sorry for your loss. May God be a source of strength and comfort for you during this difficult time.
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