John Patrone

On Thursday, July 25, 2019, John Daniel Patrone, Esq., loving partner passed away at age 58.
John was born on January 22, 1961 in Worcester, MA to Frank A. and Eileen B. (Salmon) Patrone. He received his Masters in Mass Communication from Boston University and law degree from Boston University School of Law in 1986. Amongst his many achievements he was Corporate Counsel & Director of Government Affairs for MediaOne and Commissioner for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications & Energy. He would later become co-owner of GDH Media in Los Angeles, CA. On May 2, 2003, he met John Patrick Mihelich, his life partner of 16 years.
John had a passion for politics, news, film, and television. Through GDH Media, he would unite these passions; creating his sounding board to webcast, educate, and entertain. He was known for his discerning wit, his determination, his loyalty, and his outspoken spirit. John loved animals, especially dogs. John and John's family included Golden Retrievers Tegan, McGregor, Zoë, Abby, and Cooper.
John was preceded in death by his father, Frank, and his mother, Eileen. He is survived by his partner John, his sister Eileen, his brother Frank, a niece, two nephews, two grandnephews, two aunts, and several cousins. A service celebrating his life will be held in Southern California on Sunday, August 11th, 2019 at the Crawford Mortuary, 8717 Tampa Ave, Northridge, CA between 1 o’clock and 5 o'clock p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's name to the West Valley Animal Shelter, 20655 Plummer St, Chatsworth, CA 91311.