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John Sedore Obituary

John Erie Sedore, 61, lost his fight with lung and brain cancer Friday, December 15, 2006 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. John was the son of Ruth and the late Keith Sedore of Richland, WA. He was preceded in death by his father and sister, Betty Hines. John is survived by his wife, Julie Simons (nee Esbensen) Sedore of Colorado Springs; his mother, Ruth of Richland, WA; brothers Jim of Olympia, WA and Dan of Richland, WA; son Hans of New Jersey and King of Chicago, IL and his daughter Willow Lorey of Grand Rapids, MN. Also surviving are stepchildren Erin Lund of Duluth, MN, Peter Sailstad of Arcata, CA and stepgrandsons, Calvin and Elliott Lund. John attended Valparaiso University in Indiana and graduated with an EE Degree. For the past eight years he has been a member of the Little London Winds adult concert band. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at 3:00 PM at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 4125 Constitution Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1445 N. Union , Suite B-100, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 19, 2006.

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Michael Moore

December 26, 2006

John, You were a great co-worker during our Credence days some years ago, and a great friend in the years since. You will be deeply missed.
My condolences especially to Julie, and, to all your family

Kammi Eckhoff

December 19, 2006

We extend our deepest sympathies to Julie Sedore and her family. May God bless you with strength and fond memories during this difficult time.
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