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BORN
1948
DIED
2026
John Unale Obituary
The rock of our family.
He was a proud husband, dad, grandpa, a decorated Vietnam Veteran and a huge staple to his community, which made him a father figure to many...
He is reunited with his mother, father, baby sister and so many loved ones.
He is survived by.
his soulmate of 60 years Eleanor.
John/Gloria.
Tonya/Bill.
4 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, his siblings and numerous nephews and nieces.
Military Honors will be held on February 6th, 2026, at Camp Navajo in Belmont, Arizona, at 11:30 AM (14317 Veterans Dr). Immediately following will be a celebration of his life at American Legion Post 3 (204 West Birch Ave Flagstaff, Arizona).
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Unale
5 Entries
Darlene Esparza
February 3, 2026
Deepest Condolences to you all prayers for Peace n comfort
jake covey
February 1, 2026
I worked with john and his brother Sal from when they first came to flagstaff, we were building the athletic club east, and throughout his stent at the county, john was a good human being, fun, honest, and a all-around good person, you will be missed,
Gildardo and Rosa Rodriguez
January 31, 2026
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Your princess
January 31, 2026
Looove and miss you my hero! Life will never be the same
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Jesse Dominguez
January 31, 2026
RIP John. Condolences to Elenor and family.
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