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John S. Deering

John Deering Obituary

John S. Deering, 78, a resident of Cape Coral FL, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, after a long battle with COPD. He is survived by his loving wife, Diane of 58 years; loving son, Shaun (wife Jill); and two brothers, Charles Miley Deering (wife Debbye) of Midland, VA and William Douglas Deering (wife Nancy) of Naples, FL. Celebration of life details and the full obituary can be viewed at:

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 11, 2025.

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