John Alfred Devine

January 6, 1926---May 30, 2021

Devine, John Alfred passed away in his sleep on May 30, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years Marilyn Christine, parents Timothy and Ellen Devine, twin sister Mary and brother Tom. He is survived by his three sons, John D. (Alison), Ardan (Pam), and Douglas (Nan) and four grandchildren Alexandra Bridgman (Zack), Shea (Amanda), Felicia (Dan), and Andrew Devine.

Beginning at age 17, John served in the U.S. Navy (10 years), and the U.S. Army, retiring as Ltc after 27 years. He proudly served in WWII, the Korean Conflict and did two Tours in Viet Nam.

John received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of St. Peters, NJ, and an MBA from the University of Northern Colorado, CO.

After retirement from the military, John went to work for the Pima County Adult Probation Department and retired from Pima County after 15 years as a Supervisor.

John was involved in service organizations and was President and Chaplin in many, to include the DAV, The Tucson Chapter of Military Officers Association of America, the VFW, the Retired Officers Associations, Military Order of World Wars and SerToMa.

Do not mourn for him, rejoice in a wonderful and long life.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the College Scholarship Fund through, Col(Ret) Gary Pettett, 8540 N. Arnold Palmer Dr. Tucson, AZ 85742.

Arrangements by East Lawn Palms Mortuary. June 26, 2021 at 2:00.

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