Birth date: Jul 12, 1942 Death date: Dec 20, 2020
John Ceballos, 78, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on December 20, 2020. He was born in Flagstaff, AZ, on July 12, 1942. Survived by his beloved wife Liz; his brother Ruben and sister Jenny; his sister Mary and brother Raymundo of Read Obituary
Rhonda Bare lit a candle in memory of John Ceballos
A celebration of John`s life, is a life, well lived. John enjoyed his life, loved his wife Liz, his family, and held close to his heart, his dear friends.
John shared his ever present smile and never ending Tall Stories. Everyone that knew John could count on John sharing his time, a helping hand, and a lifetime of wisdom. This is seen around Country Lane Park (the Ceballos summer home) in Show Low. John supported the park, placing Doggie Poop boxes, 'Slow' signs for traffic control, and his front yard light (promising to keep a path light lit for all).
John marked the best fishing spot at Sunrise Lake for his friends and family. At a favorite fishing lake, Hawley Lake, John posted a sign reminding all to keep the Fish Cleaning Station Clean !
John loved his furr babies Tina and ChuCha, loved his Country, served his country in war time, and had a strong Catholic Faith.
In closing we wish to share this prayer.
God grant that I may
live to fish for
another shining day.
But when it comes to my
last cast, then I most
humbly pray.
When nestled in your
landing net - and I
lay peacefully asleep.
You will smile at me
and judge that I
am good enough to keep.
Rest in Peace John, we will all dearly miss you very much.
Pamela & George Garcia Pearl & Ted Wyckoff
&
Your Country Lane Park "Family"
Dear Liz,
I found out about John's passing after Mickey Montano passed away. It was always interesting to hear about history from John's perspective ("I won a trip to Asia, it was free!) and to listen to he and Mickey talk about their history (Mickey, now we will go to Saigon and get some Tiger Beers!). John and I worked together often and it was always fun. I remember working out of town with him and we always would watch the old Batman TV show right after work. It was not until I heard of his passing that I realized what a presence he always had, his absence is tough. Now he and his buddy John can fish together again.
My condolences,
Mark Falkenstine
We knew John for just a few years, but when my wife, Mary Lou and I would go out to dinner on Saturday after the 4:30 Mass at Our Lady Queen of All Saints, John and Liz would make us feel like we had known them for many, many years. John will always be in our prayers. I love to show John's picture with the fish to anyone that fishes. Liz, you know that anything that you need, Mary Lou and I are here for you at any time. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen We will miss John, our GOOD friend. Gilbert and Mary Lou Granillo
Dearest Liz, our deepest sympathies to you and your family. John was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed. We have such fond memories of our dinners and patio parties. May God grant you comfort now and always. Don and Liz Schiavo.
