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John Macko Obituary

Macko, John

Endicott: John Macko, 90, of Endicott, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2014, at the Ideal Senior Living Center. He was predeceased by his wife, Lois (Colley) Macko; his brothers, George, Michael and Charles Macko; his sister, Anna Kahanick. He is survived by three children, Darlene (Dennis) Leonard of Endicott, David (Nicoletta) Macko of Florida, Penny Smart of Connecticut; seven grandchildren, Christopher Cacialli, Angela (Lew) Briggs, Rebecca Freeman, Valerie Macko, Vanessa Macko and fiancé, Victor, Tiffani Jarnigan, Justin Jarnigan; five great-grandchildren, Abagale and Jordan Cacialli, Tristan and Kierstan Briggs, Zoey Macko; two sisters, Helen Macko and Betty Howrilka, both of Endicott; also several nieces and nephews. He was a retired employee of IBM Endicott, a former Village of Endicott Bingo Inspector, and a veteran of the US Army, serving during WWII. He was a member of St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Endicott, the American Legion, Post 82, The Endicott Elk's Lodge #1977, and the ACRC. John was a kind and gentle man who was always willing to help anyone. He was an avid golfer, bowler, and handyman that could fix anything. The family wishes to thank the entire staff of Ideal Nursing Center Daisy Court for the care and compassion that was shown to John during his stay. Funeral services will be held Thursday 9:30 a.m. from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc., 1905 Watson Blvd., Endicott and at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Orthodox Church, 1907 Jenkins St., Endicott. Burial will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. The Rev. Michael Kleban will hold Parastas (Prayer Service) Wednesday 7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to the Veterans Memorial Association.

Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Feb. 3 to Feb. 5, 2014.
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Darlene,
I think about you often and all the wonderful things you did for your father during his long decline. You are such a wonderful caring daughter.
Now it's God's time to enjoy the wonderful man your dad was, and to comfort you in your sadness. Your memories are a very strong way to keep his memory alive forever.

Karen Boras

March 18, 2014

Darlene, Chris, Angela, Becky, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sorry for your loss.
Allen and Sandra.

February 8, 2014

David, remember "God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted." You and your family are in my thoughts.

Jamie Judino

February 5, 2014

Darlene, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Leonard-Brandt

February 4, 2014

Darlene&Family, Sorry about your Dad.Our thoughts&prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. John looks so much like Uncle George. May he rest in peace. Sincerely,jan&David Bernstein

February 4, 2014

David, so sorry for your loss. Jill Holsted

February 4, 2014

David,
Praying for you and your family at this time.

John Ingrassia

February 4, 2014

David,

So sorry for your loss. I'm sure your father was an amzing man, much like yourself. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Del Cote

February 4, 2014

David, Nicki, Val & Vanessa, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our prayers.
Mike and Laurie Richards

February 4, 2014

We were so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although he has gone to a better place, memories of him will remain with you always. Betty Casey and Jack Shay

Betty Casey

February 4, 2014

Darlene,
I was very sorry to hear of your Father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rachel Williams-Drew

February 4, 2014

Darlene, my sympathy goes out to you on the passing of your father.

Gay Canough

February 4, 2014

Darlene: My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Hold on to the memories he will live long in your hearts. Rozann Greco U-E Class 1970

February 3, 2014

Darlene and family,
I know your dad had a long good life and now is his time to move onto a better place. Hold onto the wonderful memories you have with him and he'll live on forever in your hearts.

Tom & Kathy Latini

February 3, 2014

My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family.

Dottie Kuehl

February 3, 2014

Dear Darlene, I was very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. You were telling me about him when we talked recently.
BMy symparhy to you and your family.
Carol Ferencik-Petras

February 3, 2014

Darlene and family,
I am very sorry to learn of your loss. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Holmes Phipps (UE Class of '70)

February 3, 2014

Dear Darlene and Family, We're so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Doug and Karen Leonard

February 3, 2014

Darlene, so very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing-heartfelt condolences to you and David and your entire family. Your Dad was indeed a kind man as I remember him from our St Mary's years growing up!

Andrea Fiacco

February 3, 2014

I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, HE WILL BE MISSED
Nickie Cacialli

February 3, 2014

Sending you love and prayers during this difficult time.

Janine Savage

February 3, 2014

David, I am so sorry for your loss. Know you have great memories

Maxine Brandes

February 3, 2014

Darlene,
We are sorry to here of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bob and Debi Grant

February 3, 2014

David,
I am very sorry for your loss and I am thinking of you and your family.

Kelly Whitney

February 3, 2014

Dave,I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Judy Ciotoli

February 3, 2014

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