passed away on December 27, 2019
John was born in Santa Monica, California on May 29, 1957, to John Padilla, Sr. and JoAnn Padilla. John worked at Fairview Developmental Center for 39+ years, he retired in 2015.
John was married to his lovely wife Vicki Padilla.
John is survived by his wife Vicki, his mother Joann, his siblings Yvonne, Steve, Annette, Lucas, and lots of uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews & nieces.
“Without sorrow, the heart would never learn the meaning of joy.
Without tears, our eyes would never see what we hold inside.
Without darkness, we would have no reason to look to the light of heaven”
The funeral service will be held at
Fairhaven Memorial Park Mortuary
1702 Fairhaven Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Monday January 6, 2020 at 12:30pm
Reception to follow 3pm-7pm
Elks Lodge
11551 Trask Ave
Garden Grove, CA 92843
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.fairhavenmemorial.com for the Padilla family.