John (Jack) N. Civa, 68 of Maitland died Monday, November 12, 2012 with his longtime companion Doreena by his side. Jack was born January 10, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Dorothy and Russell Civa. Jack grew up in Philadelphia. After high school he joined the United States Air Force and served his country during the Vietnam War. He graduated from Baylor University with his Bachelor’s degree and worked as an Executive Chef at many restaurants throughout the country. Jack is survived by his loving companion Doreena Ann Taylor; two sons, Jackson and his wife, Laura of San Antonio, TX and Jeffrey of Altanta, GA; daughter, Janet and her husband, Jon Weidenbach of Frisco, TX; four granddaughters, Claire and Abigail Civa and Megan and Ashley Weidenbach. A celebration of life with military honors will be held at 3:21 pm, Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Lake Maitland Terrace Condominium, located 1140 S. Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751.
I write to you, in heaven. I'm not sure where I should start. The tear stained words I send to you are from my broken heart. You taught the world true kindness and you were always there for me, you taught the world happiness and that laughter was the key. My letter is far too short, I'm struggling, thats the truth. The world seems so painful and empty without you. I have many tears and my world won't feel the same. I seal this letter with my kiss and send it on its way. Until we meet again and I take you in my arms.
Love Always,
~Doreena