John M. Travao Sr., 89, passed away peacefully at his home in Modesto, CA on January 16, 2022. John was born on June 22, 1932 in Gustine, CA to mother Emily Travao and father Mathew Travao. He lived in Gustine until entering the Army in November 1952 and proudly served his country in the Korean War. After returning home, he moved to Modesto and lived there until his death. John was a dairyman, cattle rancher and butcher.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years Beverly, his sons, Johnny (Kim) Travao, Michael (Karen) Travao, George Travao and his daughters, Annette Martin and Cheryl Travao. He leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at Franklin & Downs Funeral Home, 1050 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 28, 2022. Burial at Hills Ferry Cemetery in Newman, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to : Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS. 66675-8516, Tunnel To Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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