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John Pupillo Obituary
JOHN A. PUPILLO
Merrillville, Indiana
John A. Pupillo, age 79 of Merrillville, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at St. Mary Medical Center. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was a graduate of Tolleston High School, Class of 1949. He was a member of the Men's Club of St. Stephen the Martyr Church, where he served as an altar boy and eucharistic minister. He was retired chief engineer and maintenance supervisor at the Southlake Mall for 22 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, #4047 Msgr Ryder Council. He was an avid golfer and loved gardening. Preceded in death by his parents, James (Marietta) Pupillo; sister, Eleanor Pupillo. Survived by his loving wife, Janet (nee Pushka) Pupillo of Merrillville; 2 sons, Dale (Marty) Pupillo of Annapolis, Maryland, Ross (fiancee Tiffany Brown) Pupillo of Surfside, California; 2 daughters, Cindy (Robert) Boyd of Hobart, Stephanie (Jerry) Ashley of Crown Point; 5 grandchildren; sister, Tina Leshk of Merrillville; brother, Vincent (Connie) Pupillo of Hobart. Friends may visit from 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Friday at Rendina Fuenral Home, 5100 Cleveland St., Merrillville. Prayer service 6:30 p.m. Friday. K of C Service 7 p.m. Friday. Funeral service 9:15 a.m. Saturday at the Funeral Home, 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen Church with Rev. Michael Maginot officiating. Burial in Calumet Park Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Pupillo
Henrietta
September 13, 2009
To John Pupillo
I'm very sorry for your loss.There are no words that I can say to express my deepest sympathys,my condolences go out to the family in your time of mourning.We will miss him from across the street.
Henrietta & family
Barbara Davis
September 13, 2009
Dear Mrs. Pupillo, Dale and Cindy,
I have warm memories of your husband and father. My thoughts are with you and your extended family in these difficult times. With love to you all and condolences,
Albert Volk
September 12, 2009
Janet, Ross, Dale, Steff, Cindy
With deep sorrow , and fond memories of early years growing up in Wright Manor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Albert and Caroline Volk and family (St. Augustine, Fl)
Nick Tournis
September 12, 2009
Dear Dale and family,
Sadly we read about your father's passing, and we wanted to send our heartfelt condolences to you. May his memory be eternal!
Sincerely,
Nick and Diane Tournis
Crown Point, IN
Barb & Al Wirtes
September 12, 2009
Janet & Family, we are sorry to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Gerry Roach
September 12, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jon Remy
September 11, 2009
I met John only once about 7 or so years ago when he delivered a very special cross-country cargo to Balboa Island via a medium-sized U-Haul. It was his youngest son Ross who was to become my new tenant on the island, and became one of the best friends I have and will be for life. Only spending a few days with John, I really admired the relationship he and Ross displayed...a real admiration for each other and love. John will be missed and I know his legacy will be carried on by his loving family.
Bill & Gail Riddle
September 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pamela Doleman
September 10, 2009
Cindy, I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad,may God keep and strengthen your family.
September 10, 2009
I am a long time friend of Vince and Connie Pupillo, and I remember John from many years ago. I send my sincere condolences to the family, to let them know my thoughts and prayers are with them.
Betsy (Medved) Glasson
Spring Hill, FL
Joyce (Squeakie)
September 10, 2009
I always thought that Cindy had the "coolest" dad. I love you, Cindy. My thoughts are with you and your family. I am sorry for your loss.
GENE LETO
September 10, 2009
MY PRAYERS AND SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO JOHN'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Greg Ostrozovich
September 10, 2009
Dear Pupillo Family,
I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Pupillo's passing. I remember him fondly as a fun and friendly man, a good family man and a good neighbor. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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