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John Yoxsimer Obituary
Jan. 28, 1936 - Nov. 27, 2012
John Yoxsimer was a passionate runner, sailor, golfer, pilot, husband, father and friend. He was an adventurer who never passed on an opportunity to experience or explore, whether on land, in the air or on the open seas. John was born in Findlay, Ohio and moved to Rancho Mirage where he graduated from Coachella Valley High School in 1954. He received a football scholarship to Pepperdine University, graduated in 1959 and went on to get his masters at CSU Dominguez Hills. While working at Kaiser Hospital, he met Karen who has been his loving wife and best friend for 39 years. They lived in Redondo Beach until they retired to Palm Desert in 2000. John and Karen have enjoyed 12 wonderful years in the desert golfing and spending time with family and friends. He was tough, like his inner football spirit, fighting cancer to the end. John is loved by all who have known him. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, that a contribution be made to your favorite charity in John's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Yoxsimer
Betty Williams
November 26, 2013
Karen, you are in my thoughts as you approach the anniversary of John's death. I hope you are doing well and looking back on all the fun memories you had together.
Glee Pitney
September 11, 2013
My sympathy to John's family. He was known a "Butch" who grew up two blocks from us in Findlay. He was best buddy of my brother, Keith (d 1986) and I was best buddy to his brother Ron.
Shada Johnson
June 14, 2013
Oh, no. I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I was there to give you a hug. Oh, Karen...
John and Shirley Celli
December 9, 2012
It has been our good fortune and pleasure to share a friendship with John and Karen these past several years. John was a real man, a true friend, and an American patriot. Though tough, and firm in his beliefs, he maintained a genuine concern for the feelings and welfare of others. John is, and will be, missed and respected.
Jim Looney
December 4, 2012
My sympathy for the whole Yoxsimer faimly, what a great man John was.
Ashly Pietras
December 3, 2012
Only good feelings come to mind when remembering John Yoxsimer. A great man, a loving Uncle -- I am blessed, lucky and grateful to have had him as a part of my life. Rest in peace, you will be remembered with only love and admiration.
Cindy Hofacer
December 3, 2012
such a positive, fun loving Uncle! memories forever that will live in my heart - I will miss you...
December 2, 2012
We are so saddened by his passing. A great man and neighbor who will be greatly missed.
Horst and Eve Wolfram
December 2, 2012
Roger Yoxsimer, Eric Yoxsimer, Virginia Yoxsimer, Liddy Yoxsimer
Karen Brinson
December 2, 2012
John, you will be missed by all the employees at Kaiser who's life was enhanced by your wit and stories, even if it was mostly by phone. You were a joy to talk to and enriched my day when we could talk for a few minutes. Karen, I send you my wishes that all your memories of John will be wonderful.
DAN/JEAN NELSON
December 2, 2012
KAREN WE ARE SADDENED TO HEAR OF JOHNS DEATH. HOWEVER, WE HAVE MANY HAPPY MEMORIES OF JUST BEING IN HIS PRESENCE. WHAT A GREAT GUY.
Lois & Steve Solot
December 1, 2012
Johnny, the years we have spent together, eating and laughing, will never be forgotten. You are the bravest man we know.
Karen, our hearts hurt for your loss. We love you.
December 1, 2012
How many happy memories flow along with the tears! Happy days with you & John at 1010 Esplanade in Redondo, your house on Pearl St., and our house at Tahoe. Skiing at Heavenly and John's "Bucking Bronco" ride in the meadow! Karen, we're so glad you & John stopped by to visit us last August. The pain of his loss would be deeper if we hadn't been able to visit then. Your friendship has meant so much to us through the many years. We pray God will ease the pain of your loss with all the love and prayers of your friends. We will miss John so much.
With much love, John & Mary
December 1, 2012
Dear Karen, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim & Joanne Gageby
December 1, 2012
We will always remember Johnny as a kind and caring friend. He had a fine sense of humor and we enjoyed our times together very much. John and Karen's friendship was a cornerstone to beginning our lives in the desert. The 'Mega Yoxie' is written into Mountain Vista golf lore. Remembered forever.
With love, Morrie and Baboo xx
December 1, 2012
We will always remember Johnny as a kind and caring friend. He had a fine sense of humor and we enjoyed our times together very much. John and Karen's friendship was a cornerstone to beginning our lives in the desert. The 'Mega Yoxie' is written into Mountain Vista golf lore. You will be remembered forever.
Love always, Morrie and Baboo xxx
Karen Roche
December 1, 2012
Dear Karen and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lia Fisher
November 30, 2012
John was a truly kind and beautiful soul, and he brought sunshine to everyone around him. My husband and I were lucky to know him. We love you John and Karen, John will be missed and never forgotten. All our love.....Lia & Chad
November 30, 2012
We sailed the seas from Tahiti, the Bahamas, Mexico, to Alaska. What adventures we shared. Save me a sailing adventure on the other side my friend where the fair winds always blow!
Larry
November 30, 2012
John will be missed by us and all his golfing buddies. Sincerely, Louise & John Tonti
Roger Peters
November 30, 2012
John was the best friend anyone could ever hope for. He was bright, loyal, honest, informed, caring, inquisitive and beyond all was a true gentleman. I will miss him beyond words and my thoughts and love go out to Karen. She was the ideal husband and companion for John.
John loved life and all its vicissitudes, suffered fools gentlemanly, including me at times and was modest almost to a fault. The world will be a diminished place without him. His one weakness was being almost as bad a golfer as me, but we never the less had great times trying to beat each other! John, rest in peace and I'm very glad you're not suffering anymore.
Billie & Jerry Spitzer
November 30, 2012
A very special man who will be long remembered by all who have been lucky enough to have known him. We count ourselves in that very lucky group.
Jeff Roberts
November 30, 2012
So sorry to hear about Yox passing away. I will always remember the Football stories my Dad told me about Yox. He will be missed but I know that he & my Father are in a better place & enjoying a Football Game. Prayers are with you!
Jeff , Michelle, Tyler & Kyleigh Roberts
Tom and Lou Ann Liebermann
November 29, 2012
There wont be any Yoxie's on the golf course now. We will miss you and offer Karen our warmest thoughts
Tom and Lou Ann Liebermann
Cherryl Roberts Lyons
November 29, 2012
John, I can't believe you are gone now too. I have known you all my life because of my brother, Don Roberts Jr. We all grew up together, played football in the streets of Indio and then to Pepperdine. So glad you came back to the desert. But now you are gone. You gave a great battle, just like the football field. I will miss you Yox but you are up there with DJ watching the Rams.
Cherryl
November 29, 2012
John was a true friend, a great golf buddy and a man of unusual courage and optimism.
Ben & Suzi Byrd
Dwayne & Nellie Weir
November 29, 2012
We will miss john very much..he was an inspiration to all who knew him...
Dick & Kay Bathurst
November 29, 2012
John was truly loved and admired by all who were fortunate to have known him. To have your spouse as your best friend in life is the ultimate. We love you.
November 29, 2012
You lost a great husband and many of lost a great friend. We are here to support you in anyway we can. Lots of Love.....Ron & Judy
November 29, 2012
Truly a life well lived. We are fortunate and grateful to have known him.
Ross & Roz
Linda Novick
November 29, 2012
John, himself, was a bright candle who loved his wife, his children and his life. We that knew him call ourselves blessed.
November 29, 2012
Karen,
John was so blessed to have you by his side through the years.
He was a my best friend.
I'm really going to miss him.
Gary Olesen
Lorraine & Jim Brinton
November 29, 2012
We are saddened by John's passing and so glad we saw him at our home last year at the 75th anniversary party for Pepperdine. Many happy times were shared in our college years.
Our sympathy to you and yours,
Lorraine & Jim Brinton
Kelli Conrad
November 28, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of John's passing. Sending you warm thoughts and lots of love Karen.
Carla Collins
November 28, 2012
Karen, you have our heartfelt sympathy for your great loss. I am so glad you married a wonderful man who made you so happy. Together you both were a perfect match. We love you very much. I only wish I could give you a hug.
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