John Max Delaplaine, age 70, passed away on December 3, 2020 in West Valley City, Utah. He was born on April 9, 1950 in Clarkston, Washington to Max Orell Delaplaine and Alberta Judd Delaplaine. He married Linda Lee Vance on December 5, 1968.

John loved working with his hands. He owned a shop with many tools. He enjoyed fixing things and helping other people. He spent many years in the hauling business and selling goods at the swap meet. He was a fine speaker and member of the Toast Masters. He is very patriotic, loves this country, and served in the US Army including one tour in Korea.

He is survived by his son, Frank Delaplaine, daughter, Michele Delaplaine, and daughter, April Ashworth, as well as five grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held on December 11, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Memorial Redwood Mortuary and Cemetery 6500 South Redwood Road, West Jordan, Utah 84123.