PHOENIX (3TV / CBS 5) – A Phoenix business owner’s family speaks out following the arrest of his suspected killer. John Weeks, 50, was shot dead last Friday in his tow yard near 36th and Van Buren Streets. According to police, the suspect stole a vehicle and drove away. Phoenix police arrested suspect Donovan Johnson on Monday. Relatives say AZ Metro Towing is a family business that built Weeks from the ground up. Weeks’ daughter arrived in the parking lot shortly after the attack on her father. Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Attack on Phoenix Man “He’s the strongest person I know and there was nothing I could do to help him,” says Lexus Weeks. “He was a fantastic person. So many people are here today to support him. ”Lexus met with Arizona’s family on Friday, along with what is known as an extended family. A group of tow truck drivers described Weeks as a generous business owner and mentor. “I owe the man my life,” says Otis Parrish. “The bottom line is, if I had been there, it wouldn’t have happened.” Friends and family say Weeks enjoyed diving and hooked up with his daughter. “He just called me to see what I was doing,” says Lexus. “Now my phone won’t ring.” Weeks also has a teenage son who has been known to take a lot of people under his wing. Amanda Matuschak-Keesler says her uncle took care of her. “I found him sleeping in that truck in the yard.” The family says Weeks just bought a flatbed truck to expand his business, which employs and supports many relatives and close friends. “He told me everyday was tough But you have to work for what you want, “says Lexus. It was only three months ago that Lexus lost her mother. When it comes to dealing with double heartbreak, Lexus gets by with support from relatives and a strong will. She learned that from her father, she says. “I just can’t give up,” says Lexus. “He wouldn’t want to anyway.” Anyone who wants to help with unexpected expenses can donate here. In honor of Weeks, the family is also holding a memorial service on Saturday evening The event will take place on April 10th from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm at 9044 W Union Hills Dr, Peoria. Copyright 2021 KPHO / KTVK (KPHO Rundfunkgesellschaft). All rights reserved.
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