Search by Name

Search by Name

John Tapia Obituary

John G. Tapia 69, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Nona Lee Tapia; sister, Mary Wilson of Tucson, AZ; brother, Frank Tapia of California; 11 sons and daughters, 27 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN, 5401 S. Park on Sunday, June 29, 2008. Visitation will be from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. for all family and friends. Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 30, 2008 at St. Monica Catholic Church, 212 W. Medina. Cemetery services will follow at South Lawn. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Cancer Society. Services entrusted to FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jun. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for John Tapia

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

Julian Rincon

August 18, 2008

Juan, you will always be remembered as a great LRP/Ranger warrior. I am honored to have fought by your side in Vietnam. All of FCo.52nd Inf. LRP I/75th Inf. Airborne Ranger mourn you.

Kathleen (Apache') Fairchild

June 30, 2008

Daddy,

You will always be our father and our hero. You are forever in our memories and hearts.

Much Love,
Your children

rosalinda fuentes

June 30, 2008

my condolences to the entire family of john tapia especially my friend sue may god be with you all

Harry Neptune

June 28, 2008

I remember what a pleasure it was to work with John at Sun Tran. May God comfort you in your time of loss.

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in John Tapia's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for John Tapia

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor John Tapia's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more