John Daniel Sikorra

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our precious son, John Sikorra. John passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on September 24, 2015, after years of living with Batten's, a disease that slowly robbed him of his sight and his strength. We rejoice in the knowledge that John lives on in perfect health and wholeness surrounded by the friends and family that have gone before.

One can't think of John without seeing his big, infectious smile and sensing his calm and peaceful demeanor. He was quick to laugh, full of love and affection. He was beloved by all who crossed his path, including his high school friends from Chaminade who voted him Homecoming King in his senior year.

John was a young man loyal to his passions which included an unwavering love for the Dodgers. John could often be found in a Dodger shirt and cap listening to the iconic voice of Vin Scully, or relishing a Dodger dog at the ballpark. He also enjoyed skiing, the beach, and family trips. But for John the best day was a quiet Sunday spent going to church, hanging out with family, and grilling up some juicy steaks.

John was born in Santa Monica, August 18th, 1991, where he lived with his parents, Joe and Lori Sikorra. When he was three, John welcomed his brother Ben into the world. The family belonged to Saint Monica's parish where they made many lifelong friends. The family later moved to Westlake Village where John attended White Oak Elementary School, Lindero Middle School and Chaminade College Preparatory High School where he graduated with the class of 2010.

John is survived by his parents Joe and Lori, his loving brother Ben, his grandmothers Mary Sikorra and Joanne Cribb, numerous aunts and uncles and devoted cousins.

Please join us for a celebration of John's life at his vigil Friday, October, 2nd, 7 pm, and his funeral mass Saturday, October, 3rd, 10:30 am at St. Maximillian Kolbe Catholic Church in Westlake, California.

In Lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Beyond Batten Disease Foundation: PO Box 50221, Austin, TX 78763; www.beyondbatten.org in John’s name.