Our beloved husband, father, brother and friend, John Parino passed away on November 3, 2009, surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Ginger, and their adored children, John (wife Sofia), Kelly and Brian. He is also survived by his sister, Sue Straine (husband Ed), sister-in-law Kathleen Mashburn (husband Mike) nephews Hunter and Robert and in-laws Frank and Virginia Picerno. John was born in 1952 to the late John and Mary Parino. He graduated from McClatchy High School in 1969 and enlisted in the Air Force Reserves. He went on to graduate from Sacramento State with a BA in Criminal Justice. While attending college he met the love of his life, Ginger. John coached his children in Land Park baseball and soccer and was a lifelong avid sports fan. John was an Area Commander for State of California (or DMV) Investigations for 34 years. Upon retirement he volunteered at KCRA Call 3 and spent the remainder of his time enjoying his friends and family. He was larger than life; he was loved and admired by so many. He will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association . Friends are invited to attend a closed casket Rosary 6:00 PM Monday, November 9, 2009 at the GEORGE L. KLUMPP CHAPEL OF FLOWERS, Riverside Boulevard and 2nd Avenue, and also a Memorial Mass, 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at St. Anthony's Church, 660 Florin Road.