John-Rafanello-Obituary

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John Rafanello

Mar 15, 1944 - Mar 14, 2023

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Our deepest condolences to John’s family and friends. i came to know more about what a wonderful man John was through his sister Maryellen. Strength and love to his loved ones and May John rest eternally with our beloved family and friends.

My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to my dear Rafanello Family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Rest in peace for you were one of the most peaceful persons on God's earth.

John,
Thank you for all the good times we had at the Shore House. They will never be forgotten.
Love, Carol Fortunato-Rafanello

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John's Obituary

John Rafanello, 78, of Roebling NJ, passed away March 14, 2023.  John is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Elizabeth, his children Karen (Nick) Rozakis, Johnny Seit, Christopher Rafanello, Brian (Amy) Rafanello, Danielle (Jessica) Murphy-Rafanello, and Nicholas (Mandi) Rafanello.  He was a loving grandfather to his 14 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. John will be missed by his sister, Maryellen (Victor) Padlo.

John was born in Newark, NJ.  He became a florist and was the proud owner of Sheepshead Bay Florist.  He also worked for Americana Florist in New York City and McGovern Florist in Brooklyn, NY.  John loved the shore where he enjoyed time  spent with his wife and family at Seaside Park, NJ.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday March 17,2023 from 4:00PM-6:00PM.  Funeral service to begin at  6:00PM at the Alloway Funeral Home 315 E. Maple Avenue Merchantville, NJ 08109.  Interment will be private 

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