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John DuBray Obituary
March 31, 2023
Sacramento, California - John (Jack) DuBray was born in 1940 in Rosebud, South Dakota. He went home to our Lord on March 31, 2023, surrounded by family, in Sacramento, CA.
After serving in the US Navy, Jack earned his Bachelor's Degree at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and later earned his MBA from Golden Gate University. He proudly worked as a police officer for the City of Sacramento, retiring after 25 years of service.
Jack is survived by the love of his life, Maria, to whom he was married for 55 years, his children Lisa (Robert) Canfield and Stephanie (Frank) Freeno, grandchildren Eileen (John), Melissa (Eric), Hailey and Jack, and great grandchildren Amelia, Derek, Isabella and Carson, and his sister, Elaine. He is predeceased by his parents Jesse and Mary DuBray, as well as his brothers James, Bill and Jesse, and sisters Theresa and Estelle.
Jack loved sports, especially the Oakland A's and the Los Angeles Dodgers, and attending football games at Elk Grove High School. He also attended countless soccer games, track meets, cheer events, theater performances, dance and piano recitals, awards ceremonies and graduations as the proudest Papa.
A private service was held on April 5th. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Lisa and Robert
April 8, 2023
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April 8, 2023
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April 8, 2023
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Lisa and Robert
April 8, 2023
Miss you dad. There never was, and never will be, anyone like you. Thank you for being the best Dad, Papa and Poppy the world has ever known. We love you and are so thankful the Lord made you ours.
Stephanie
April 7, 2023
Best Papa ever. Thank you, Dad
Melissa (granddaughter)
April 7, 2023
Papa we love you so much. You were the BEST papa ever and and even better Poppy to Isabella, Amelia and Derek. I feel lucky to have been your granddaughter. We love you forever
Stephanie
April 7, 2023
Stephanie
April 7, 2023
Stephanie
April 7, 2023
Thank you, Dad
Eileen eszlinger (grand daughter)
April 7, 2023
You will be missed by everyone you crossed paths with. Everyone I knew that knew you always said how great you are. You lit up a room and always made everyone laugh. I can´t imagine life without you but I know you are in Heaven watching over us. You are the GREATEST papa anyone could ever ask for and I thank you for always being there to listen to me, be there for me and talk some sense into me when I needed it. I love you more than you know.
Ray Abe
April 7, 2023
So sad to hear about Jack's passing. Jack was one of my training officers back in 1984 at SacPD. He taught me a lot on how to do police work with pride and treat people professionally. He will be missed by many. RIP Jack.
Dan DuBray
April 6, 2023
Jack always had a smile to greet me. I hope I can follow his example of being kind, level-headed, calm yet personable. I send my love to Jack and the family! With prayers for comfort!
Mary Mcxcorkle
April 6, 2023
Uncle Jack,
. Your laugh and smile light a room.
You will be missed by all. Aunt Maria,Lisa,Stephanie my prayers and strength to all grandkids as well.
I love you
Mary
Nella Pham
April 6, 2023
Many of us know you as Papa Jack. What a blessing it has been to know you! A true loss for all. I know you're home with our Lord. I pray your family can find peace and understanding through this very difficult time.
Rebecca Eszlinger
April 5, 2023
He was such a joy to always be around. I had the pleasure of meeting him through my daughter in law Eileen, his grandaughter. He will be missed by everyone. Rest in Peace Papa.
Anissa McCorkle
April 5, 2023
I´m sorry to hear about your loss.
From -Anissa (Carries daughter)
Kristy DuBray
April 5, 2023
I will forever miss to you, Uncle Jack. Love and hugs to Maria and all my cousins.
Liz
April 5, 2023
Uncle Jack was always there for his family, my mom (the baby girl of the family) and Uncle Jack (the baby boy of the family). We called him Jack, mom said "because she could not pronounce John. Could be other reasons. I will miss him dearly, always remember the strong hugs he gave me as a kid. Fly high with your brothers and give a huge hug to my mom. RIP, you are in my heart always.
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