John "Jack" Girard - John A. "Jack""" Girard passed away on June 6, 2009 in Petaluma at the age of 77 after a long and debilitating illness of 34 years. Devoted husband of Shirley Girard of Petaluma. Cherished father of Kimberly Girard and her partner Stacey McCormick of Santa Rosa. Loving brother of Edward Girard and his wife Teri of New Hampshire and Roland """Bud""" Girard and his wife Pat of Massachusetts. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Girard was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. He retired from the United States Coast Guard after 20 years of faithful service. He was dearly loved by many and """Pops""" will sadly missed by all.
"" Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 22, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the mortuary.