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John Paul Stoddard passed away peacefully on the night of March 30, 2026. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran and the beloved chef of the Phi Chi Zeta fraternity in Galveston. For the past seven years, John curated meals from a wide range of cuisines and took every request to heart.

He is survived by his sisters, Michelle Stoddard and Jacquetta Stoddard; his niece, Alexandra Gardner; and his great-niece, Lila Gardner.

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Born

September 6th, 1965
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Passed away

March 30th, 2026
Galveston, TX

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