Bibica, John M.

Born in Southern CA July 11, 1926, died at home in 
Sacramento March 31, 2010 after a prolonged illness. 
Preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Mary Etta; sister, 
Katherine Ursich and son, William. Survived by his sister, 
Anna Anderson; sons, Patrick (Shirley), James and Robert 
(Marta); daughter, Susan; grandchildren, Danielle Keelan 
(Jeremy), Kelly, Jamie, Bryce, Patrick, Natalie and great 
grandchildren, Jordon, Joshua and Dylan. John served over 
30 years at the Sacramento Police Dept. retiring as Inspector 
of Field Operations. During his illustrious career, he was 
involved in many high profile cases and often served as 
spokesperson for the dept. He was a graduate of the F.B.I. 
academy as well as many other highly specialized Law 
Enforcement programs. He was very involved in the East 
Sacramento Babe Ruth League while his sons played in the 
league, twice serving as President. He also served as 
Secretary for the Toastmasters and Lions Club. John was a 
lifelong 49er fan and a season ticket holder. John spent his 
life dedicated to his family and will be dearly missed. 
Friends are welcome for visitation Tuesday, April 6th from 
3:00 to 7:00 P.M. and are invited to attend a Rosary Tuesday 
at 7:00 P.M. at NICOLETTI, CULJIS & HERBERGER Funeral 
Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd., 451-7284. A Funeral Mass will be 
celebrated Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. at 
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH, 39th & J streets. 
Interment, St. Mary's Cemetery. Reception to follow at the 
Dante Club, 2330 Fair Oaks Blvd., 925-8230. 

Published in The Sacramento Bee on April 3, 2010