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John Briandi Obituary

BRIANDI - John C. September 21, 2008; beloved husband of Jessica (Marrale) Briandi; loving father of Julie Slater, Jennifer (Darren) Zimmerman and Kristin Briandi; grandfather of six; son of the late John and Julia Briandi; brother of Anthony (Rita), Charles (Lynne) Briandi; survived by many nieces and nephews. Family present to reeive friends Wednesday from 3-8 PM at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, 1671 Maple Rd. Family and friends are asked to assemble for a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Josephs University Heights Church, Thursday at 10:00 AM. Entombment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Online tributes may be made to www.mem.com. Arrangements by Connie Perna-Pellegrino.

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2008.

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Dave Wendt

October 3, 2008

My condolences to the Briandi family. I had the privilege of knowing John for over 20 years. John and I shared many fun and funny moments. We shared a passion for Sinatra, baseball and boxing that we often talked about. John will be missed by all.

Louie Yeostros

September 30, 2008

My prayers go out to all the family,please accept my Deepest Sympathy. John was a good friend that always remembered you. I knew John from Riverside High School and North Buffalo,once he was your friend,he was your friend forever. The high school years were a challange for most of us North Buffalo guys,it was a bit easier for me,having good friends like John, Pierce and Buzz...LOL ! I will always remember John while I was growing up on Traymore Ave,with that handsome rugged smile,a clean starched shirt,a friendly hand shake,always being kind to his friends. God Bless John,rest in peace buddy.

Sally and Larry Sack

September 27, 2008

Jessie and family,
So sorry to learn of John's passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. We know John had suffered so much.Peace

Brenda McGinnis

September 26, 2008

I was so lucky to have the Briandi family as part of my life growing up. Char - thanks for sharing your family with me...I have some wonderful memories of Uncle John, Aunt Jesse and the kids. May he rest peacefully.
Love to you all...

Kathy Lobczowski

September 26, 2008

To the Briandi Family, I am extending my deepest sympathy to all of you. I worked for John for 9 years, you would probably remember me as "Hammer", but John always called me Hampster...
My love goes out to you.

Barbara Falzone/Henley

September 25, 2008

Dear sweet friend Jessie, I wish I could be with you at this time of sorrow. You suffered right along with John because of your deep caring and love for him. Your faith will carry you through this time. May John rest in peace and may God bless you and your beautiful family.

Dawn Thompson

September 25, 2008

My deepest condolences to your family. It has been 20 years since I worked at Briandis in the mall. I have thought of John often and truly wish I had an opportunity to let him know how much of an influence he really did have on my life. Thanks for the memories!

phil butera

September 25, 2008

Jessie - Though it has been a long time - I just wanted you and your family to know my heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Dana Biasi

September 24, 2008

Dear Jennifer and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are so happy to have been able to spend some time with John this past May. God Bless.
Love,
Dana, Ryan & Julia Biasi

Lloyd O. Chilson III (Butch)

September 24, 2008

Briandi family,

My condolences and heart felt sympathies to John and his family.
Sorry for his passing. John will be missed. John and I hung around
the neighberhood as teens. God bless
John and wife and children as he takes his journey to the Kingdom
of the Lord Jesus Christ our savoir.
In his name Amen!!!
Rest in peace..

Jo Ann Umphred

September 24, 2008

Dear Jessie & Family, Our thoughts and many prayers are with you. We know that you were very devoted to John. God Bless you and your family. Hugs & Love, Cousin Jo Ann & family..... Fort Worth, Texas

George & Colleen West

September 24, 2008

To The Briandi Family,
My sincere condolences for the loss of John. John was an excellent host (i.e. at his Club) and actually welcomed me and my wife (Colleen) to Lockport when me moved from Lancaster 10 yrs. ago. We frequented his Club regularly, as we enjoyed his personality and his company. Thank you John for your awesome presence, may The Lord welcome you to Heaven the same way !!!

Heather Rush

September 24, 2008

Julie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family while you are going through this difficult time. We love you and are here for you if you need anything.
Love,
Heather, Brandon, Andrew Rush

Anita Miller

September 24, 2008

Dear Jessie,
News has just come to me of your great loss. I wish I could be with you at this time. Our hearts are filled with sympathy for you and your children. Warren and I send our love to you and your family.
Love Cousin,
Anita

Frenchy (Mrs. Jack) Lowery

September 24, 2008

Dear Jessie and Briandi Family

My prayers and thoughts of happier
times are with you and your family.
I haven't seen John since the Lkpt
Mall location. May God Bless.

David Ross

September 24, 2008

My prayers go out to all the family, was a frat brother in the 60's, nothing but good memoies. Real class guy and good friend. Aloha, David & Ui'ilani

Larry & Marie Bojanowski

September 24, 2008

Jessie & family,
Larry and I are very sorry to here of John's passing. The Lord called him to his table. He's in our prayers.

Buzz and Sandra Buscaglia

September 23, 2008

Dearest Jessie, Julie, Jennifer and  Kristen;
Buzz and I have been so fortunate to be able to have had these last few weeks to talk, laugh and cry with you and John. His suffering may have made the departure a little less aggressive for you all, nonetheless Jess, you have been the wonderful caring person that I'm sure made John fall in love with you so long ago. John fought this for a very long time, so unfair.
Please know we are there for you and your family with prayer and peace in our hearts for you.

Alan Benevento

September 23, 2008

Johnny B..I saw you on Saturday to thank you for letting me work for you at the bar..it truly was a greaat chapter in my life..you will be missed my friend..Alan Benevento...

Rita Briandi

September 23, 2008

All my love goes to Jessie, the girls, Charlie, Anthony, and the family. I am sorry for John's suffering. You will stay in my prayers. I am there with you in my heart.
Love, Rita

Pierce "Mac" McCleary

September 23, 2008

Jessie and Family,
Sorry to hear about John. I tried to call but I just couldn't keep it together, I know how sad you must be. John was a great friend, he was always there when I needed him. Of course he was responsible for getting me into the trouble in the first place.

John and Ashley Briandi

September 23, 2008

We will miss Uncle John so much. It is almost unbearable to think how he suffered. We are happy for him that he is at peace now, but selfishly we wish he were still here. We love him.

Anthony Briandi

September 23, 2008

I love my brother and will miss him dearly. Rita and I will be praying for him. We are there with you in our hearts and thoughts.
All our love...

Frank & Christine Briandi

September 23, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sue Monin

September 23, 2008

Jessie,
I don't know how you've kept up all these years; that is true devotion. He is at peace and pain free and thanks you for all your love and care!! To you and your family my sympathies,

Kathy & Mike O'Brien

September 23, 2008

Dear Jessie and family,
We were very fortunate to be able to spend some time with you and John while we were visiting last week. He still made us laugh and talking about the old times, gave us all a chuckle. We will always remember John, may he rest in peace.

Susan Goeckel

September 23, 2008

Dear Jessie,
I have watched you take care of John for so long, he is now in peace. You have been the best friend, nurse, wife, mother and Grandmother.
I will always admire you for the lovely caring person you are.
Love, Sue Goeckel

Sandy Petrotto

September 23, 2008

Jessie,
John could never have asked for a better caretaker and wife in his life.You were the angel always by his side.
Love, Sandy

Linda Mendola

September 23, 2008

Jessie and Family,
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Richard & Linda Mendola
Venice, FL

Joie Briandi

September 23, 2008

Dear Jessie & Family you have my deepest sympathy.God will see you thru this.
Joie Briandi

Lisa Parlato

September 23, 2008

Dear Jennifer and Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Mario & Marianna Giambanco

September 23, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

STEVEN SPATARO

September 23, 2008

I'm sorry for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Briandi family. John was always kind to my family and fun to grow up around.

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