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John Braden Obituary
Braden, John C. 61, of Chandler, Arizona, died September 19, 2005. He was born July 15, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois and was a Vietnam Air Force Veteran. He was also a member of the Plumber's Union Local 130. John is survived by his parents, Carl and Verna Braden; three children, Jennifer L. Wagner, Jennifer M. Salas and Curtis J. Braden; two sisters, Karleen Dubois and Pamela Bennett; four grandchildren, Alexis, Stephanie and Jacob Wagner and Anthony Salas. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 1, 2005 at Trinity Baptist Church, 1380 Mitchell Rd., Aurora, IL.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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JENNIFER SALAS
May 1, 2006
WELL I WAS LOOKING AT A PICTURE WITH MY DAD AND SON, WHEN MY SON WAS ONLY A DAY OLD. I HAD TO CRY BECAUSE I REALIZED THAT MY DAD IS NOT HERE FOR MY NEW BABY THAT WILL BE BORN IN JULY. MY DAD WON'T BE HERE TO SING OLD MCDONALD AND MY DAD WAS TO ONE WHO SHOWED ME MY SON'S HANDS AND FEET. I MISS HIM SO MUCH. IT IS AMAZING HOW MUCH YOU MISS THE PEOPLE THAT ARE NO LONGER WITH US. BUT WHAT SUCKS EVEN MORE IS WHEN WE HAVE OUR LOVED ONES HERE WITH US ON EARTH WE TAKE THEM FOR GRANTED THAT THEY WILL ALWAYS BE THERE. WELL I LOVE AND MISS YOU,DAD. CONGRADULATIONS YOU ARE GOING TO HAVE ANOTHER GRANDCHILD SOON AND I KNOW YOU ARE SMILING DOWN FROM HEAVEN.
Jennifer Wagner
November 21, 2005
I miss my dad so much. I am so gretful for all the wonderful times we had. My kids were so lucky to have had such a loving and fun grandpa in their lives. He will always be my little Jacob's fishing buddy!Smile down on us Daddy. We love you. With love, Jenny, Patrick, Alexis, Stephanie and Jacob
Jacqueline Kohl
October 18, 2005
I only knew John a short time when he came to my office to insure his truck. He was the nicest man and just so full of life and I had such a good time talking with him and doing business with him. My prayers are with you and your family.
Carole Hyatt
October 1, 2005
John was a wonderful man and a proud father and grandfather. I am blessed to have met him and hope to have a dance with you again in heaven!
Tod Sills
September 28, 2005
John was great to be around! Always made me laugh with great stories when we worked side by side. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to have a friend like J.B. See you in heaven! Thanks for the memories. TOD SILLS
Jennifer Salas
September 27, 2005
My dad was a great man. He always loved to have fun. I can remember family vacations and times at home playing games. My dad was famous for singing Old Mcdonald had a farm to all his grandchildren when they were first born. I love you, dad, very much and we will all miss you. May God Bless you and may you rest in peace. YOU ARE FREE!
Stacey Wiemann
September 22, 2005
Sky blue eyes..rosey cheeks..always a smile..a proud,proud father and grandpa..loved those dogs..Chicahhgo Jahn..I will always remember you.....
Stacey
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