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John Prochaska Obituary

Age 50 died Wednesday August 4, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Tracey, daughter Stephanie, and son Chris. He is also survived by his father Stanley Prochaska and 5 siblings. He was an employee at the Raley's Corperate Office in West Sacramento California. His passion in life was rebuliding and restoring classic mustang cars. A memorial service is being held at St. Mark's United Methodist Church in Sacramento. Services August 10 2010 11 AM

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Published by Sacramento Bee from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2010.

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Alex Prochaska Gochnauer

June 15, 2023

My uncle, John Prochaska passed away almost 13 years ago now, but I am leaving this here to say that he is still missed beyond measure.
Sending much love to the rest of our huge family, and all of his friends (and especially his huge mustang club that he loved so very much).

Charlene Schwartz

August 23, 2010

Tracey, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and the kids and your entire family.

Dino Donati

August 17, 2010

I am very sorry and saddened for your loss...John was the best I've ever met and spent time with. I will always remember the car talk or anything that had a motor on it. Thank you for the memories I will always have of John....Dino Donati (Auburn, ca)

Kim Younger

August 10, 2010

My sincerest sympathies to all of John’s family. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He was a great guy - always ready with a big smile and witty words. I hope and pray that this time of sadness quickly passes, and that your hearts will soon be filled with fond memories of joyful times together.

Patricia Boyle

August 10, 2010

John will be greatly missed here at the office. He was a very nice man with a great smile.. My heart goes out to his family.

Yvonne, Brandie & Raymond Cargill

August 10, 2010

Tracey, Stephanie, and Chris,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. John was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
Please know you are in your thoughts, and prayers.

Yvonne, Brandie, Raymond Cargill

August 10, 2010

Tracey, Stephanie, and Chris,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss.
John was a wonderful person, and he will be missed greatly.
Please know you are in our thoughts, and prayers.

Pam and Dale Solomon

August 10, 2010

Tracey, Stephanie and Chris,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I was shocked to find out about his passing. He was a wonderful man and loved the kids on our wonderful Foothill Flyers Swim Team. He was always campaigned for the kids and cheering them on. His contagious smile, and his generous heart will be greatly missed.

Kim Armour

August 10, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with John at Food Source and he was always willing to help you no matter how busy he was. He had a great sense of humor and loved to make you laugh. He will be greatly be missed. My Heart goes out to your family, May God bless you in this time of sorrow.

Mary Godfrey

August 9, 2010

I was deeply saddened to hear about John's passing. I remember his ever smiling face at the Roseville Tuesday Night Market Car Show. Speaking for all his car buddies, God bless you and may you be cruising up in heaven in your favorite classic Mustang!

gloria leclair

August 9, 2010

I worked with John at Raleys and his sense of humor was one of a kind. John will be greatly missed in his professional life and personal. I would like to say John and I were friends, and I know his loss has left a whole in my heart and life.

Dorothy McGuire

August 9, 2010

While I didn't know John well, he had such a wonderful sense of humor and was always so gracious. A light has gone out here at Raley's office. Until we meet again, my heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Dorothy McGuire

August 9, 2010

We are very sorry for your loss. Our family sends our deepest sympathy.
Tony & Kathy Roberts

The Sheridans

August 8, 2010

John was a wonderful neighbor, so cheerful and helpful. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with all of you and we are so sorry for your loss.

The Westerbergs

August 7, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

R M J C Savasta

August 7, 2010

We were richer for having you as a friend. You were kind, generous and a gentle presence. The world is poorer now that you are gone. Peace be with your family.

August 7, 2010

May the grace of God carry you home on Angel's wings. Rest peacefully John. You have been an inspiration and mentor to many of us in the Mustang community.

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