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Obituary

John Brewster, 86, of San Jose, CA, passed away on December 10, 2022 after a long-fought battle with lymphoma.


John was born on September 12, 1936 to Lewis and Janet Brewster in Sioux City, IA. After graduating from high school he went on to join the Navy. As his commitment with the Navy was wrapping up he was beginning to find a new commitment in his life. That was to his new bride, Judith Marie …

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I’m sending you all so much love and comfort and my sincere condolences on the passing of Big John. Larger than life, a…
I’m sending you all so much love and comfort and my sincere condolences on the passing of Big John.…
I’m sending you all so much love and comfort and my sincere cond…
Aw I’m sorry Jeff! What a gift to have had him for so long!!💋
Aw I’m sorry Jeff! What a gift to have had him for so long!!💋
Aw I’m sorry Jeff! What a gift to have had him for so long!!💋

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What were John's favorite performances to watch?
He was a big fan of Roger's & Hammerstein musicals. South Pacific was probably his f…
He was a big fan of Roger's & Hammerstein musicals. South Pacific was probably his favorite.
He was a big fan of Roger's & Hammerstein musicals. South Pacific was probably his favorite.

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Born

September 12th, 1936
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Got married to Judith "Judy" Brewster

April 20th, 1963
Sacramento, CA
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Had a child, John Brewster

February 26th, 1964
Sacramento, CA

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Cause of death

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

St. Joseph's Church, Mariposa, Ca, 95338

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