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John Cavallone Obituary

John Dante Cavallone CHARLOTTE - John Dante Cavallone, 99, of Charlotte, died on August 29, 2015, at Waltonwood Providence. He was born on April 3rd, 1916 in Columbia, SC a son of the late John Angelo Cavallone and Maria Timoldi Cavallone. Mr. Cavallone loved all his family with all his heart. He was beyond gentle, kind, respected, non-judgmental and everyone who met him loved him, because he had a smile, hug and greeting for all. He was an inspiration to everyone who met him! In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife's Gladys Miller Cavallone and Buddia Ayoub Cavallone; sons, William Allen Porter, Jr. and Firmin J. Porter, Jr.; sister, Teresa Cavallone Reddick; brother, Angelo Cavallone and great-granddaughter Kristen Tinsley. John is survived by daughter, Carol Ann Woodell and her husband Larry, and his sons Edward John Cavallone and wife Melissa, John Michael Cavallone and his wife Vivian; grandchildren Wendy Cavallone, Pam Moore, Rochelle Reaves, Brooke Webb, Cherie Cassells, Lori Benton, Chad Woodell, Kenneth Porter, and Bill Porter and 16 great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Tuesday, September 1st, 2015, at St. Ann's Catholic Church, 3635 Park Road, Charlotte, NC, at 1:30 PM. Entombment will follow in the mausoleum at Forest Lawn East Cemetery, Matthews, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC 28204. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins and Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Aug. 31, 2015.
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John's mother, Marie Timoldi Cavallone, is the sister of my mother, Lillian Timoldi Favino. I remember his mom very well - My Aunt Mary. I'm sure John left you an afterglow of smiles that whisper softly down the ways of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days. God Bless you. Arline Favino Pearce

March 25, 2016

In remembrance of a gracious and loving gentleman of all times, love Kathryn C

February 25, 2016

Thank you all for your kind remarks and the blessing you are to my dad and the family.

Edward Cavallone

September 11, 2015

I am so sorry to here of the passing of your dad (papa). Though I am saddened by the news I am comforted by the memories I have of him.l loved him with all my heart. Papa was truly one of the kindest and most gentle men ever.Growing up I spent much of my time at his house.He often made light of how I always knew exactly when Sunday lunch was ready.He was a wonderful cook and inspired me to strive to be as good. Most of all he was honest with his feelings and would correct be just like one of his sons.Papa helped make me a better person. I thank God for allowing me to have had him in my life. My God's grace, peace and comfort be with you all in this time of loss.

Terry White

September 10, 2015

Words cannot express how sorry it was to hear that my Uncle Johnny passed away. He was truly a Great Man, Great Husband, Great Father and a Great Uncle. You will be missed.

Teresa Cavallone-Crawford

September 1, 2015

Mr John Cavallone it was my pleasure to have known you and remember the day you came in to Miro Spanish Grille to celebrate your 99 years young birthday. I remember asking you where did you find the fountain of youth and you told me it was in the wine.

GOD called you to his house and I can see you having a glass of wine withe the Lord. GOD bless you and your family.

You will be missed but a day will see you

Victor Medina
Miro Spanish Grille

Victor Medina

August 31, 2015

With great sadness for such a wonderful, loving, person. May happy memories and many prayers fill your hearts forever. May, it also be comforting to remember that we can call on God and he will give us the needed strength to cope with our sorrows.(Psalms 55:16)

Phil

August 31, 2015

Sending my condolences to the family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. (Psalm 29:11)

August 31, 2015

Sorry to read about your dad. I have fond memories of of him and your mom, Buddy. My thoughts are with you.

delores Tibshrany Jones

August 31, 2015

To the family you have my deepest sympathy. Although Mr. Cavallone will truly be missed by many, may his love for all continue to warm your hearts during this difficult time. Be assured that all the good that he did will never be forgotten by God. (Hebrews 6:10)

T.T.

August 31, 2015

I am so sorry to see this notice of your loss. I will always remember Johnny as a truly nice man...

Mary Cele Bain

August 31, 2015

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