John E. Petrone

Mr. Petrone was my Italian teacher, his enthusiasm was unmatched. Riposare in pace.

My dear Uncle Johnny, You always told me that your nieces and nephews were the children you never had. This was true because you showed us in countless ways. Your kindness, generosity, sunshiny smile and heart of gold was just a part. You were a natural born storyteller and I will never forget you reciting The Raven by Edgar Allen Poe every time I saw you. There are so many memories from dancing on your toes to serving my kids their first glass of red wine with dinner in Florida. You...

Uncle Johnny, I have so many fond memories of you. You were the real deal. Always greeted by a smile made of sunshine, a silly song and a heart of solid gold. I loved dancing on your toes. You made everyone feel special and I know you loved us all. Another piece of my heart will be gone. You truly were a special Uncle and will be forever in my heart until we meet again. I love you JuJu

Mr. Petrone was my home room teacher. He was so kind and upbeat. I am sincerely saddened by his passing. Rest in power, Mr. Perone, and thank you.

Uncle John was the embodiment of the phrase: " It's not how long you live, but how you lived your life". Everything about him; his clothes, his cars, his vacations, his houses were not lavish or showy. He was a simple man who made simplicity an art for others to admire. He was such a common man, it attracted others to his genuine smile, stories, jokes and sports-talk. We all felt close to him for different reasons and special occasions. We gladly helped him with many difficulties he...

Uncle Johnny I will miss you so much. Your smile, wit, and song would brighten my day every time we´d visit. You had a love for family and friends, travel and music, history and all the goings on in our lives. You made everyone feel important because they truly were important to you. I will miss how you teased Russell and talked about my Father. You will always be in my heart.

John was a great colleague and an all around wonderful man - full of joy and a great smile. You will be missed.

Sending my sympathy and condolences.

Uncle John, There are just too many memories of you to even try to mention. From the stuffed lion you brought us on one Christmas, all the vacations you went went on with us, going to high school and seeing my uncle every day, to working with you and my dad every week for 20+years at Avon Meadow. Just too many special memories. No words can express how many lives you touched! What a great son, brother, and uncle you were. How silly you were and all the stupid jokes passed on to my kids...