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John SHOTWELL Obituary
A native of Long Beach, CA. Passed away at home on December 4, 2009 at age 86. John served in the Air Force in WW II and in the Korean War. He graduated from UC Berkeley with a civil engineering degree, class of 1955. He retired from Placer County Dept of Public Works and the State of California Office of Emergency Services. He was a past master of the Penrhyn Masonic Lodge and also held offices in the Eastern Star. Survived by his wife Shirley and recently celebrated their 60th anniversary. He was very proud of his four children, 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday December 19 at 1pm at Penrhyn Masonic Lodge, Penryn, CA.
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Chris Adams
December 21, 2009
I was thinking about John a lot - now I know why. So sorry - his persona was exceptional, his joy of life pervasive, his love of Shirley and his family incredible, and his enigneering skills coupled with a strong dose of common sense made for many sucessful outcomes. John will be missed, a great friend, mentor and teacher for myself and my OES associates who worked with John and Sirley during the disasters throught the 1990's. Our thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. Chris Adams
December 18, 2009
Dear Shotwell Family
Barbara, your father was a prince. He certainly put up with a lot of interesting stuff. My prayers go to Shirley as well as all your family.There will always be fond memories of those bygone days.
All my thoughts
Ray
Paul Jacks
December 18, 2009
It was my very great pleasure to have worked with John at state OES (now CalEMA). John was a thorough professional who could always be counted on to deliver a first class product, no matter how difficult the assignment. His service was commendable and he will be well remembered by his former colleagues.
Charles Wynne
December 17, 2009
It was a distinct pleasure to work with John.He accepted difficult assignments with great profesionalism.His public agency clients and their citizens, across Caifornia, were well served. I was pleased to ask for and receive his advice.His friendship will be missed.
Charles F. Wynne, Chief, Disaster Assistance Division, Governor's Office
of Emergency Services 1986-1993
Charles 'Chuck' Mentz
December 17, 2009
Many present and past employees of CalEMA (formerly OES) will never forget the kind and helpful assistance that John Shotwell gave to his fellow colleagues. John was very knowledgeable in his profession and pasted on a legacy to those who remained at OES after his departure.
Warren Tellefson
December 16, 2009
My condolences on John's passing. I worked with John at Placer County Public Works from 1976 until he retired. I will always remember his Rata Tat Tat laugh.
Helen Morse Peel
December 14, 2009
I have just read the obituary in the Sacramento Bee regarding the passing of John. He hired me in 1995 as a "disaster worker" following the floods. What a wonderful and special boss! I'll miss his warmth always. With fondness to you, John, Helen Morse Peel
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