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John Marcinowski Obituary



John Marcinowski, 94, of Albion, Pa., passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2015, at the Erie Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. John was born in Lundy's Lane, Pa., on September 25, 1920, son of the late Frank and Bessie (Holey) Marcinowski.

John served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He served in Europe as a Tech 3 in Ordinance. John owned and operated Marcinowski Plumbing, Heating & Roofing for 56 years. John was a member of St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church in Albion. He was Past Commander of American Legion Post 567, and VFW Post 2341, both in Albion. John was a life member of Edinboro/McKean Legion Post 740. He was Past King Lion of Albion Area Lions Club. John enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking. He was recruited by Shriner Vic Ruling to be an entertainer and clown at Shriner's events for children, specializing in balloon art.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Josephine (Fratalia) Marcinowski, in 2004, two brothers, Mike Marcinowski and Frank Marcinowski, and his sister, Ann Furgala.

He is survived by one son, John E. Marcinowski and his wife Jane, of Edinboro, one daughter, Janice DeLoach, of Albion, and one brother, Philip Marcinowski and his wife, Shirley, of Conneautville.

Calling hours will be held at the Mattera Funeral Home, 188 East State Street, Albion, on Thursday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. A prayer service and military service will be held at the funeral home on Friday at 10:00 a.m., followed by a funeral mass at St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m., with Fr. Philip Oriole officiating. Burial will follow in Albion Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, at 1128 State Street, Suite 301, Erie, PA 16501, and to the Erie Soldiers' and Sailors' Home, 560 East 3rd Street, Erie, PA 16507. To send flowers, light a memory candle, or leave a condolence, please visit www.matterafuneralhome.com.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Mar. 4, 2015.
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Ed,Jane & Jan,
Just heard of your Dad's passing. We are in Florida but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your Dad was a very special man and so thoughtful every time we saw him.

Bill & Francine

March 13, 2015

Dear Jan, John and Jane,
Patty and I are very sorry to learn of the passing of your father and father-in-law. I know he was a wonderful person, a true patriot, role-model and friend to many. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and relate to the depth of your loss.
In sympathy and friendship,
Patty and Ron Swift

March 9, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to John, Jane and Janice. God bless all of you.

Kip and Cheryl Allen

March 5, 2015

Marie and I are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Still remember the fun our kids had with him making the balloon animals when they we little.

Wayne & Marie DeCaria

March 5, 2015

Janice so sorry about your Dad. He was a character. He was a great service to his country. He always kept the soldiers and sailor's residents and staff on their toes. Sorry we can't be at his service. Be thinking about u.
Steve and Patti

March 5, 2015

Dear John and Family, We were sorry to read of your dads passing in yesterdays paper. Your dad put in a furnace when we lived in Albion. He was such a nice man. I know he will be missed by many. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Ernie and Gloria Carlson

March 5, 2015

Your dad was a great friend to my dad Clarence Smitty Smith. He always had a smile and brought joy to many. Keeping you in prayers and thoughts. Rod Smith.

Rod Smith

March 4, 2015

Dear Jan, John, and Family: My prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will alway remember your Dad's warm smile, and his dedication to our community. Whenever our Dad needed a plumber, your Dad was there for him. May the love and memories of you loved one remain in your hearts always.

Cheryl Tanner Rucinski

March 4, 2015

Janice,John and family,
So sorry for the loss of your Dad. May all the fond memories you have help ease your pain, hold them close to your heart. May he rest in peace.

Joyce Jeffers-Becker

March 4, 2015

So sorry for your loss.

March 4, 2015

Janice and John,
Your dad was one of the sweetest, most likeable men in Albion. And he was the plumber my parents always called. Thinking of him brings a smile. I am so sorry for your loss. Peace and Blessings.

Susan Barton Bratton

March 4, 2015

Our deepest sympathies.

Roger and Kris Copeland

March 4, 2015

Dear Janice and John i am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memoires of your father he was always smiling. I remember him from when i was growing up. He was special God keep you in his palm of his hands and may you find comfort in your grief.

Connie Kulyk Quigley

March 4, 2015

To the Marcinowski Family:

A life long resident to Albion and had a smile on him as seen him around town, will be missed by all who knew him.

William C. Dennes

March 4, 2015

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