John Gaudin, 45, died unexpectedly in Half Moon Bay, CA on Feb. 9, 2016. John was the oldest son of Rich and Jayne Gaudin of Liberty, MO. He had been manager of collaboration for CISCO Systems. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. John enjoyed numerous activities and organization, including shooting billiards. He had an extensive art collection and liked being around the ocean. He is survived by his parents; brothers and sisters-in-law: Richard & Emilie Gaudin, James & Dara Gaudin, Michael & Melissa Gaudin, and their families, all of Kansas City, MO. A visitation is planned from 10:00-11:00a.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2016, with a memorial Mass to follow at 11:00a.m., at the St. James Catholic Church, 309 S. Stewart Rd., Liberty, MO. Inurnment to follow at 1:30p.m., at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the Wounded Warriors Project.