
John Willard Armer, 81 of King City, passed away on Aug. 29, 2022 at his home with his family at his side. He was born May 12, 1941 in Paso Robles, Calif.
He was a graduate of King City High School and a member of the Operating Engineers Union 3. In his lifetime, he was a carpenter in San Jose and Salinas; he owned Valley Sweep in King City; and was a Correctional Officer, retired from CTF. John was a member of the Salinas Ramblers. He enjoyed motorcycle racing, Bullpen Raceway and gardening.
John is survived by his wife, Diana L. McElmoyl; children, Joynel Armer, Jody Armer, Joan Madrid (husband Carlos), and Justin Armer; grandchildren, Amanda, Sean, Kiri, and Audrey; great-grandchildren, Kiara, Bae, Kasen, Kendyl, Kaden, Cohen, Cy, Raquell, and Josie; brother, Jerry (Helen) Armer; sister, Janice McCormack. He is preceded in death by his son, Billy Armer.
There are no services planned at this time.
Arrangements were entrusted to Eddington Funeral Services, 429 Bassett St., King City, (831) 385-5400, www.EFS-Cares.com.
Published in King City Rustler · September 18, 2022