Murphys, CA…John Anthony Sexton, 80, passed away Saturday, June 20th at his home in Murphys with his wife and daughter at his side. John was born and grew up in London, England. He attended Hackney Technical College and North London University where he obtained a degree in Civil Engineering and Mechanical/Sanitary Engineering.

He spent two years in the British Army serving in the Army Medical Corp. with the rank of Sergeant.

During his career John worked in many parts of Europe, Africa and the Middle East managing and directing various projects and property developments. Subsequently John and his family lived in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties before moving to the foothills and worked as a self-employed Consulting Engineer. He most recently worked for Balch Petroleum & Builders Inc. until a few months before his death.

John is survived by his Wife Mary, two sons Michael and Marcus, a daughter Maggie and two grandchildren Ava and Kasey.

A “Celebration of Life” service will be held at Chapel In The Pines, 2286 Cedar Lane, Arnold, CA on Saturday July 11, 2015 at 11:00am.