Birth date: Mar 6, 1970 Death date: Jun 26, 2023
John Francis Blain, 53, of Oakland, California, passed away at his home on June 26, 2023. The son of Robert and Jane Blain, John was born in Los Angeles on March 6, 1970, the 8th in a family of nine children, with four brothers a Read Obituary
John and I were classmates at Holy Family all the way through High School at Saint Francis. I remember his great sense of humor, his wit and and also being a friend to talk to about most anything. We played many, many basketball games on the courts at Glen Oaks parks near his childhood home. His sister babysat me and my siblings, his dad coached our sport teams- the Blains have such a special place in my memory and John was always there. He will be missed. I spent a lot of time to remember him and the flood of memories I had not thought about in many years. I will pray for his entire family knowing how much they will miss him- but know that he touched many, many lives and still touches mine. Rest in piece old friend. I will see you on the other side.
Sorry to hear of John's passing. My prayers are with him and family. I went to high school with John at St. Francis High School in La Canada Flintridge. I remember John as being a kind soul at time when most high school kids, are--well -- kids. John seemed mature beyond his years -an old soul. The World seems a little more empty now hearing of his passing - SFHS Class of 88 - William "Bill" Sievers
John was a high school classmate of mine and we ran together and played football or sophomore year. He and I even took our dates to prom together. It's a little brother gave us a ride. I was always excited and grateful to be able to hang out with John because of his very warm and humorous disposition. Being a teenager isn't easy but being with John made those years so much more innocent and enjoyable. It was just whom i was hoping for. I will miss John and hold on to some really great memories. It's really incredible to know that John ended up having a really wonderful family of his own I wish the entire family my condolences. - Tony Brown, SFHS Class of 88
