John Vincent Giacomazzi

years old. John was born in San Jose on January 6, 1955. He graduated from James

Lick High School and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Santa Clara

University in 1977. John stated when he walked across the stage, "It was the happiest day of my life" He worked for the U. S. Geological Survey, Water Resources

Division in Menlo Park and enjoyed scuba diving until he was incapacitated by

Neuromuscular Atrophy the progressive and debilitating disease that he endured all of his life. John is survived by an aunt, Esther Long of Parker, CO, and cousins Laura Long of Sunnyvale,CA, Richard Long of Cottonwood, CA, Michael Long of Jacksonville, FL and Mark Long of Parker, CO. He is also survived by his close friend and caretaker Eileen Hansen and his special friend Julia Pezzini. He was predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Jeanne (Long) Giacomazzi and his brother, Joseph Giacomazzi. John is also predeceased by his two very special canine service dogs "Rather" and "Rio". A mass of Christian burial will be held at St John Vianney Catholic Church 4600 Hyland Ave San Jose at 10 AM Thursday, October 23, 2014. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Canine Companions, Santa Rosa, Ca or Santa Clara University Alumni Family