Name: Visitation for John Stolfo
Start: 2023-07-12T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-07-12T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Kindred Funeral Home - Englewood

Stolfo, John Frank

John Frank Stolfo, also known as "the Doughboy," passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 4th at the age of 64. He was a kind man who deeply cherished life, family, and friends. John was passionate about the outdoors, sports, cooking, the Browns, his cars, and he dedicated his life working alongside his family at Rinaldo's Bake Shoppe. He was a member of the Retail Bakers Association, Ohio Bakers Association, and long-term member of Precious Blood Catholic Church in Dayton. Despite winning his battle with cancer, he struggled with the long-term effects of treatment, particularly on his heart. He faced his health challenges with unwavering optimism and a selfless perspective. Despite being sick for over 40 years, only those closest to him were aware of the severity of his condition. John will be remembered for his resilience, grace, and love for those around him. John is preceded in death by his in-laws Leslie and Wilma Lambert. He is survived by his loving wife and son, Sue and Casey, his parents Anna and Rinaldo Stolfo, his uncle Dan Rossetti, his sisters, Nancy (Orazio) Stolfo-Corti, Linda (Nick) Pallas, Sherry Stolfo, and his sister in law Lynne (John) Dorn, nieces and nephews Kimberly (Dustin), Jamie (Emma), Benji, Dorian, Wrenn, Nicholas, Jalen, Jim (Audra), and Janae (Michael), great nieces and nephews Wyatt, Riley, Rianna, Lincoln, Bryn, Kaya, Graden & Gavin, his dogs Beefy and Oreo, cousins, friends and patrons of Rinaldo's Bake Shoppe. The family will be receiving friends and family from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at Kindred Funeral Home (400 Union Blvd. Englewood, OH). A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 am on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at St. Paul Catholic Church (1000 Wenger Rd, Englewood, OH). He will be laid to rest at Polk Grove Cemetery in Butler Township. In lieu of flowers, contributions should be made in John's memory to the American Heart Association (1313 W Dorothy Ln, Dayton, OH 45409). To send a special message to the family, please visit www.KindredFuneralHome.com

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Jul. 9, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for John Stolfo

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12 Entries

Karen DePinto

July 29, 2023

I am so sorry about John´s untimely passing. I first met John at my sister´s wedding in 1985. I married into an Italian family the very next year and became acquainted with Rinaldo and Anna. My memory of John was how nice he was. Redheaded, cute, shy, and always with a smile. The last time I saw John was at his wedding. My heart goes out to his family at this time. I pray for you often.

Teresa (venegas) Julian

July 19, 2023

i am very sorry to hear this news. i worked in the arcade at Charley´s Crab, in the fine dining area. john´s bakery was downstairs and it was the first place where i had ever tasted a Boston creme pie. i actually met john through my "boyfriend" at the time, who was the head kitchen chef at charley´s. i had heard of john because the arcade was a tight community of employees regardless of where you worked & he had been diagnosed with hodgkins (or non-hodgkins) at a very young age. when we moved to detroit & got engaged, john made our wedding cake and brought it personally to us. the cake was mesmerizing to the kids at the wedding because John had made a cake that had columns with water streaming down. the last time i saw him was later that year in 1985. his generosity and kindness was never forgotten. my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones. i pray for Jesus to hold you tight.

Annie Napier

July 17, 2023

John was in cardiac rehab for many years. He was a very nice person. He will be missed.
Cardiac Rehab Staff

Carol Thompson

July 15, 2023

To the Stolfo family: You are in our hearts and prayers. Many fond memories of the Stolfo family and the bakery. John will be missed.
Carol Thompson and Nina Burton

maria (rzecznik) Diaspro

July 10, 2023

On behalf of the family of Leonard & MaryLou Diaspro, Lenny, Maria, & Mark we send our deepest sympathies to your family on the loss of Johnny. He and Lenny were especially close as they both worked at the bakery & had a most special friendship. He is free of the burdens & sicknesses of this life. May his Eternity allow him to rest in healthy peace and be reunited with those who have gone before him. We loved you Johnny. The DIASPRO families.

American Heart Association

July 10, 2023

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Jennifer Thompson

July 9, 2023

Sue, Casey and Family,

I´m saddened to learn of John´s passing. His exceptionally kind and gentle personality combined with his intense love for his family and friends will be missed by many. He truly was one of the good ones!!

May you find some comfort and peace as you face the difficult days ahead knowing how very much John was loved and the many people he touched with his positive and joyful attitude.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Jennifer Thompson

Greg Evans

July 6, 2023

John and I were classmates at Precious Blood Elementary School. What a kind, funny and all-around-good kid he was, a friend to everyone. Sometimes it seems like a century ago, other times like yesterday. Rest well, old friend.

Hank Israel

July 6, 2023

Dear Sue, Casey, Anna, Rinaldo, Nancy, Linda, Sherry
I just want you all to know that John and your entire family meant the world to me. As the fat only/lonely child that grew up across the street, John had always treated me as a little brother and all of you as part of your family. I am so grateful that he was a part of my life and I will forever remember & miss him. My condolences and love to you all.
Hank Israel

Elizabeth Spencer

July 6, 2023

Sue and Casey may Gods promise of eternal life and the knowledge that one day you will be together again bring you comfort and peace. May your hearts be filled with joy and gladness knowing Johns suffering is over. He is in the arms of the Lord. He will never be truly gone. He lives on in your hearts and memories.
Love, Liz, Steve, Jordan and Reagan Spencer

The Smiths

July 6, 2023

Sue and Casey, we're so saddened by John's passing. The silver lining in the cloud is that his illness and suffering have ended. We know he's resting in peace in heaven. He's looking down on you with much love and smiles.
We love you all and send hugs to you.

Love Julie and Scott Smith.

Dave Ridgeway

July 6, 2023

Please accept my deepest condolences.
Soo many fond memories, from softball and golf leagues to the fly in trip to Canada.
A true friend.

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