John was called home to sing in a heavenly choir on March 28 ^th . Born to the late Chuck and Wilma Hitchcock he is survived by his beloved wife Marie, daughters Lisa (Kris) Kallstrom, Candice, grandchildren Andrew and Lillianna, sisters Candy Mercer, Tracy Lynch and all his much loved family and friends.

A celebratory mass will be held on Friday April 4 ^th at 1:00 P.M. at St. Catherine's Catholic Church on Peak Avenue in Morgan Hill. A reception will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Cancer Fighters at C.T.C.A., Goodyear, Az or St. Catherine's choir.