
Celebrating the Life of John Patrick Kingston.
The family of John Patrick Kingston invites you to join in remembering and honoring his life.
John passed away on October 13th, 2024, at the age of 86. Born in Butte, Montana, in 1938, John embraced his Irish heritage and was deeply proud of his roots, so we will honor and celebrate his memory this March. We invite you to a Catholic Mass Funeral and Celebration of Life on Friday, March 7th, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Elk Grove, California.
Funeral Mass: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Celebration of Life Reception: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, St. Joseph’s Church Hall.
John spent his career in education as a teacher and administrator in Susanville, California, where he dedicated much of his life to the community from the 1970s to the 1990s. A well-known and beloved figure at Lassen High for 30 years, he was also involved in local clubs, the county fair, and even served as a broadcaster for high school sports on KSUE radio. Never passing up an opportunity for public speaking, John gave voice to a sense of belonging and shared pride for the Susanville community. For years, John would be seen driving down Main Street in one of his old pickup trucks, offering a friendly wave and always willing to lend a hand to make Susanville a more welcoming, family-friendly community.
In 2002, John and his beloved wife, Diane, moved to Elk Grove to be closer to their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He cherished the last 25 years of his life in his greatest role—Papa—and found deep joy in being surrounded by his family.
Please join us to celebrate John’s life, share fond memories, and honor the impact he had on all of us. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Lassen Union High School Alumni Association in his memory.
We ask for your prayers for John and our family as we remember a man who touched so many lives with kindness, dedication, and a true sense of community.
