John C. Daffara

March 26, 2020 at 11:18 p.m.
John C. Daffara
John C. Daffara

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INDIANAPOLIS – John C. Daffara passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2020.

He was born on Nov. 27, 1944, in LaSalle, Ill.

He attended Oglesby and LaSalle Public Schools. He received undergraduate degrees from Illinois Valley Community College, and Illinois State University. He received his master's degree from Ball State University Muncie. He held several executive positions in human resources and labor relations throughout his career. He retired as vice president of labor relations, Borg Warner Automotive Muncie, in 1995.

He is survived by his spouse, Wilda, of 51 years, in Indianapolis; and two daughters: Felicia Daffara, of California; and Dr. Anna Daffara (DVM), of Nevada; and a sister, Linda Bogatitus, of Ladd, Ill.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Bonnie Daffara; and a sister, Rhese Ellis.

He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends who knew him. In honor of his wishes there will be no visitation at this time.

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Online condolences may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.indianafuneralcare.com.

INDIANAPOLIS – John C. Daffara passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2020.

He was born on Nov. 27, 1944, in LaSalle, Ill.

He attended Oglesby and LaSalle Public Schools. He received undergraduate degrees from Illinois Valley Community College, and Illinois State University. He received his master's degree from Ball State University Muncie. He held several executive positions in human resources and labor relations throughout his career. He retired as vice president of labor relations, Borg Warner Automotive Muncie, in 1995.

He is survived by his spouse, Wilda, of 51 years, in Indianapolis; and two daughters: Felicia Daffara, of California; and Dr. Anna Daffara (DVM), of Nevada; and a sister, Linda Bogatitus, of Ladd, Ill.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Bonnie Daffara; and a sister, Rhese Ellis.

He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends who knew him. In honor of his wishes there will be no visitation at this time.

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Online condolences may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.indianafuneralcare.com.

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