Cpl. John Gabriel Buencamino, U.S.M.C.'s Obituary
Cpl. John Gabriel BuencaminoU.S. Marine CorpsFeb. 3, 1987 ' Sept. 25, 2008 Passed away unexpectedly in Escondido, CA. Born in New York City, John attended Byram Hills School District in Westchester County, NY before moving with his family to San Mateo, CA in 1999. He then attended Bowditch Middle School and Hillsdale High School. John joined the United States Marine Corps in June 2005 and served his country proudly. John had a gentle soul and was adored by many. He enjoyed power lifting and computers and made many friends throughout his short life. John is survived by his mother Susan Pangilinan-Buencamino and his sisters Julia and Addie. He is also survived by his father Manuel, his grandmother Zenaida, aunts, uncles, cousins and his girlfriend Kelly Simpkins. Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, October 4 and Sunday, October 5 from 4 ' 8 p.m. at Crippen & Flynn Carlmont Chapel located at 1111 Alameda de Las Pulgas in Belmont. A vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, October 5 at Crippen & Flynn. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 6 at St. Gregory's Church located at 2715 Hacienda Street in San Mateo. Interment with full military honors will follow at Skylawn Memorial Park at Hwy. 92 and Skyline Blvd., San Mateo. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The Julia and Adelle Buencamino Trust Fund or to your favorite charity.
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