John was born in Norwalk, CT and passed in Gresham, OR. He fought a long 5 year battle with cancer. He was an avid fisherman, especially sturgeon fishing. He also enjoyed every aspect of horses. He loved his dogs. He was the youngest of six siblings. He had three daughters, two sons and two stepchildren. He also had twelve grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He loved his family greatly and will be missed dearly.