John Loran Maxwell Jan. 3, 1926 - Nov. 17, 2009 83, of Rohnert Park, Ca, died at home on November 17, 2009. Loving father of Susan and her husband Don Miller of Fallbrook, Ca, John and his wife Brenda of Pacifica, Ca, James and his wife Rita of San Bruno, Ca; loving grandfather of Laura, John, and Allison Maxwell and Matthew Miller. He is predeceased by his son, Joseph Edward Maxwell and daughter, Kathleen. Born in Sioux City, Iowa, he moved to San Francisco and attended St. Ignatius High School. He left school to enlist in the Army at the age of 17, spending time in the Pacific Theater with the 47th Engineer Construction Battalion until the end of the war. He worked as a switchman for Southern Pacific Railroad for 39 years, and was a member of the United Transportation Union for 50 years. After retirement he moved to Sonoma County, where he enjoyed bowling, golfing and many dinner parties. He enjoyed a great circle of friends, family and neighbors. He was also a member of the Nisei Bowling League, Sons of Italy and SIR. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday(Today) November 20th at 12noon at Golden Gate National Cemetery, 1300 Sneath Lane, San Bruno, Ca.