John P

McQuitty

Born on May 8, 1937, in Sardinia, Brown County, Ohio, to John William and Mantie Elizabeth McQuitty, he was the sixth of thirteen children. Raised in Ohio, he developed the values of hard work, dedication, and service that would guide him throughout his life.

At just 17 years old, he answered the call to serve his country and joined the United States Navy. It was during his time in the Navy that he met the love of his life, his eternal sweetheart, Carol. Both serving in the Navy, their paths crossed, and a beautiful life together began. They were married on July 19, 1961, in the base chapel in Pensacola, Florida.

Over the course of more than 20 years in the Navy, he served his country faithfully at numerous duty stations, including Ethiopia, Vietnam, Whidbey Island, San Diego, and Norfolk, Virginia. He also served aboard several ships, including the USS Corregidor, USS Towers, USS Wright, and USS Lawrence.

One of the proudest and most memorable moments of his military career was his promotion to Chief Petty Officer on January 16, 1970. He often recalled this accomplishment with great pride. He ultimately retired from the Navy with the rank of Chief Petty Officer, having dedicated more than two decades of his life to serving his country.

During their Navy years, he and Carol welcomed three children into their family: Paula Jo, Pamela Ann, and John Paul Jr. After his retirement from the Navy, they moved their family to Spokane, Washington, where he began the next chapter of his life working for RAHCO International. He devoted more than 29 years to the company before retiring on April 30, 2002.

His faith was an important part of his life. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he cherished his beliefs and the importance of eternal families. On June 4, 1977, he and his family were sealed together in the Cardston Alberta Temple, a day that represented the eternal bonds he held so dear.

Throughout his life, he was truly a man of service. He served his country, his God, his ancestors, his ward family, and, above all, his own family. Whether wearing his Navy uniform, working to provide for his loved ones, serving in his church, or honoring the generations who came before him, he lived a life centered on commitment, faith, and devotion.

He leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond his years of service or professional accomplishments. His greatest legacy is the family he loved, the lives he touched, and the example he set through a lifetime of service.

He is survived by his three children: Paula (Bryon) Wiltse, Pam (Terry) Carnline, and John (Tina) McQuitty; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and his wife of 11 years, Patricia.

His life was one of dedication, faith, love, and service. He will be remembered with gratitude, admiration, and love by all those fortunate enough to have known him. Though he will be deeply missed, the example he set and the legacy he leaves will continue through the generations of family and friends who loved him.