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John Leslie Hatch passed away at the age of 59 on May 5, 2017 in Fresno, CA, just 5 days shy of his 60th birthday. John was born on May 10, 1957 in Fresno, CA to Les and Lorraine Hatch, along with his twin sister Beverly. He grew up with one brother and two sisters. As a young boy he enjoyed playing Little League baseball and camping with his family. He graduated from Mclane High School in 1975. The love he had for cars and working on cars, led him to his career as a Manager of Winston Tires in 1975. He then became the store manager of Kragens Auto Parts from 1980 until 1992, when he was forced to retire due to a severe back injury. He met Cheryl, his high school sweetheart, their Junior year at McLane High School. He and Cheryl were then married February 18, 1978. He was a father of three beautiful children; two daughters and one son. He was a huge Nascar fan and rooted for #48 (Jimmie Johnson) during every race. He also had a strong love for baseball, especially for the San Francisco Giants. For one day, he pushed the pain aside and drove to the AT&T Park to watch a live game with his wife. He developed a passion for woodworking and would whittle and make little trinkets. He also ventured into bigger projects, such as benches and he even built his wife a beautiful gazebo. John was a very strong and proud man, he was so proud of his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Cheryl Hatch. His three children; his oldest daughter Christina Cruz and her husband Eugene Cruz, his only son Jason Hatch and his wife Beth Hatch, and his youngest daughter Carolynn Hatch. His three children blessed him with 14 grandchildren; Jade, Jasmine, Julianna, Lillian, Charlie, Jack, Ian, Jocelynn, Andrew, Alexander, John Jr., Blake, Brooklynn and Danika. His twin sister Beverly Carr and her husband Dana Car, his older brother Phil Hatch and his wife Lil Hatch, and his older sister Mariann Klomp. He was also blessed with eight nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on May 19th at 11A.M at the The Well Church, which is located at 4545 N. Palm Ave, Fresno CA 93704. A reception/luncheon will immediately follow the memorial service and will be held at the Well Church’s fellowship hall.

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John Leslie Hatch

May 10, 1957 - May 5, 2017