John DePedro Jr.

1982 - 2019

John DePedro Jr. obituary, 1982-2019, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

1982

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Greenoaks Funeral Home

9595 Florida Blvd

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

John DePedro Obituary

John DePedro Jr. a native of Waterbury, Connecticut and resident of East Baton Rouge Parish, passed away on April 19, 2019 at the age of 36. John was born on December 10, 1982 to John and Cheryl DePedro of Matthews, NC. After graduating high school, following in his father's footstep John enlisted in the US Navy and served on the USS Paul F. Foster. When the ship decommissioned, he joined the Navy Seabee division and completed two tours of duty in Iraq. Upon his return he married his wife Dawn and proudly raised his children, Kamden Gabriel and Alianna Marie, all while continuing to serve his community as a Sheriff's Deputy with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Department. Everyone knew and loved "Pedro" on the force. He was promoted to the SCAT Team in which he honorably served to protect the community he loved. Though we lost a beloved son, husband, father, brother, and friend to many, we gain the immortal treasure of his life's work and his memory will be alive forever. He is survived by his wife Dawn DePedro, two children Kamden and Alianna, parents John and Cheryl DePedro of NC; sister Jessica Page and her husband Christopher of NC, grandparents Manuel and Virginia DoPedro of NC, Lynne Kane of FL, and several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews. He is proceeded in death by his maternal grandfather Joseph Kane. Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Thursday, April 25th which will be held at Healing Place Church located at 19202 Highland Rd. Baton Rouge, La, from 11am to 1pm with services immediately following. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to LEO ONLY in John's name by going to LEO-ONLY.ORG.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 22 to Apr. 25, 2019.
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John was a man that served others his entire life. Thank you for your service in all of the ways you shared you to keep people safe. Sending strength and kindness to all of the family that will miss him. Gone way to soon.

Danielle Freeman

April 25, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Couvillion (Dr. Manalac's office)

April 25, 2019

With heartfelt compassion, the family of John DePedro, Jr. are in our thoughts and prayers.

Holiday Inn Staff

April 25, 2019

Dawn, we want to extend our sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers to you and your children during this difficult time.
Carolyn LaNasa, Jan LaNasa Booth

April 25, 2019

John, I sent you an email when I saw this on FB tonight. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lucy and Doug

Lucy Buchanan

April 24, 2019

And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. I'm praying with you and for you.

Yolanda Alves

April 24, 2019

May God comfort your family and may your loved one rest in peace.
Isa. 51:12.

April 24, 2019

Daron Heatly Sr

April 24, 2019

Pedro,
You pulled me out of the worst time in my life and probably never knew. I feel so bad for your family because I know how much they meant to you. The world will never be the same without your bright smile and wonderful soul. Until we meet again, brother.

Jason Perez

April 24, 2019

John,

You are my brother and my best friend. I love you so so much. You were truly an amazing soul and will be greatly missed. You will always live on in all the amazing memories we have together. There will never be a day that goes by that I won't think about you. I will see you again some day. Until then rest easy ♥.

Jessica Page

April 24, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers are being sent for the family.

Debbie Carillo

April 24, 2019

John -
You were more a brother to me than a brother in law, that's for sure. You still are and always will be. I will protect your little sister just like I promised you when I asked you If I could propose to her. I'll do everything I can to make sure Kam and Ali have awesome summers, and Dawn will never have to worry about being alone, because we'll surround her with love always. Rest easy my brother, we'll see you again I'm sure.

Love Chris

Chris Page

April 24, 2019

My heart goes out to the family.

Tom and Annie Ball

April 23, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences during your time of great sadness. May you cherish fond memories to of John help you cope with the pain from day to day. Take note of the comforting words at 1 Thessalonians 4:14, the beautiful hope of seeing John again.

Desiree

April 23, 2019

Prayers for the entire DePedro family. I grew up with John as kids. He was an extraordinary man that gave his life for his family and to help others. John was loved by many. The loss of this great man is profound. I pray for his wife, children, parents and sister.

Maja Rodriguez

April 23, 2019

Praying for his family and friends. Johnny was an awesome person. I had the pleasure of watching him grow up in NC. I had some great times and laughs with him. He turned out to be a great, loving man. He will always be in my heart and will truly be missed. God bless!

Cheryl Young

April 23, 2019

Dawn please know that my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. May your love take you through. I continue to pray for your strength as you go through this time. Love you.

Sheila Anderson

April 23, 2019

Barbara Levi

April 22, 2019

May the God of all comfort and mercy, grant your family hope and comfort during this difficult time.Jeremiah 29:11.

F. J.

April 22, 2019

Dawn, Kam, Ali, and the DePedro, Strohm, and McDaniel family,
We would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to all of you during this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending you much love,
Nancy "Aunt Nick" and Kevin

Nancy Nichols-Wilson

April 22, 2019

Offering prayers for a fallen Sailor.

Barry Jarreau

April 22, 2019

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Apr

25

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Healing Place Church

19202 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge, LA

Apr

25

Service

1:00 p.m.

Healing Place Church

19202 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge, LA

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Greenoaks Funeral Home

9595 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

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