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John Stafford Obituary
John Z. Stafford, III age 47 of Rockport, TX passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2014. He was a family man who also had a love for the outdoors.hunting and fishing. John was preceded in death by his beloved grandfather, "Dan Dan". He is survived by his daughter, Jordan Stafford; parents, John Z. Stafford, Jr. and Helen Stafford; brother, Brian Stafford; his beloved Deborah Ludwig and her daughter, Elsie Ludwig; his "sister", Verniece "Nan" Creech and her husband, Jim; nieces and nephews, Kennedy Stafford, Kendall Stafford and Thomas Creech; aunt, Debbie Keller; and numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends.
SERVICES
Visitation will be on Friday, November 28, 2014 from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. with a Rosary at 7:00 P.M. at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North, 3401 Cherry Ridge Drive. The Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at 1:00 P.M at St. Luke Catholic Church, 4603 Manitou Drive. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in John's memory be made to the Coastal Conservation Association CCA ~ www.ccatexas.org. You may sign the online guestbook at www.missionparks.com under the obituary section.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Stafford
Ron & Shelley Cowart
November 28, 2014
Bear and Ziggy and the rest of the family, we will miss John very much. God bless your memories.
Brian Keuper
November 28, 2014
So sorry for your loss
November 27, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss.
Robin Reed
November 27, 2014
My dearest John-John you have left this world way too soon. You and your family are in my thoughts. Each time I think of you, I'll always see you at Badders Garage getting your truck fixed.
Kathy Brady
November 27, 2014
Ziggy and Helen, So very sorry to hear about the tragic death of your son. Sending our love and sincerest sympathy. May the Lord give you comfort and strength during this saddest of times.
DeeDee Jandt - Cook
November 27, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tommy Bailey
November 27, 2014
I'll miss you my old friend.
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