John James Patskan, 78, passed away on Wednesday, June 01, 2011 in Lake Havasu City, AZ. He was born on May 31, 1933 in Detroit, Michigan to John and Elizabeth Patskan. John served his country proudly in the US Air Force from July 1951-August 1954 and was an Aeronautical Technician. He moved to Lake Havasu City over 20 years ago, coming from Mountain Home, AR. He was a member of the Elks and the Eagles. John had a wonderful sense of humor and had many friends. He will be deeply missed. John is survived by his partner-in-life, Joyce Huff of Lake Havasu City, AZ.; daughter, Jo (Armond0) Covelli; sons, James, Dan and Dennis Patskan; sister, Betty Patskan; aunt, Lorraine Yuhas; grandchildren, Scott (Jenne) Covelli and Amanda (Jacob) Hoelzer; great grandchildren, Jarrett, Jace and Sienna Covelli. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audie Patskan on May 28, 2008. Graveside service will be held at Montecito Memorial Park in Colton, CA. on Tuesday, June 07, 2011 with Interment to follow.