John was preceded in death by his wife Michelle (Mickey) Timms. He is survived by his Daughters Tera, and Heather (John), grandchildren, Hannah, Madisyn, Hailey, & Vanessa, Brothers, Bill, David, and Greg, Sister Carleen, mother-in-law Estelle, Nieces, Dana, Shanna, Ashley, & Meghann, Nephews, Michael, Scott, and Brett and a lots of friends.
John was retired 30+ years from UCSD. He enjoyed being at home and working in the yard and tinkering with his 1936 Plymouth. He enjoyed spending time with all his granddaughters. In his earlier years he would spend a lot of time in the desert or camping at the beach. He will be truly missed. If you'd like to make a donation in honor of John please do so at The American Cancer Society.