John-Petti-Obituary

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John G. Petti Jr.

Westport, Connecticut

May 11, 1927 – May 3, 2017 (Age 89)

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BORN
May 11, 1927
DIED
May 3, 2017
AGE
89
LOCATION
Westport, Connecticut

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Lesko Funeral Home, Preplanning, and Cremation Services - Fairfield Obituary

John George Petti, Jr. passed away at his home in Westport on May 3, 2017, just shy of his 90th birthday. Born and raised in the Bronx, John was the star quarterback of his high school football team, before joining the Navy and serving as a medic during World War II. After the war, he returned...

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Fair Winds and Following Seas, Shipmate. Rest in peace, we have the watch.

We were sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers. Craig and Pam Fattibene

We are so sorry for your loss, we always enjoyed our visits with him. He will be missed. Dr Luck Mandy Kara

John, I was sorry to hear of your dad's death. I remember meeting him over lunch at Fairfield University joined by by Father Kelley, you and I shortly after you established the John G. Petti III Scholarship in the Dolan School of Business. I enjoyed meeting him very much aand talking about our origins in the Bronx. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. George Diffley

To the family of John Petti, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.

The country is in mourning for a veteran has passed away

So sorry for your loss . " Gramps " was one in a million Thinking of you all XO

We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was truly a wonderful person who cared about his family and was proud of all of their accomplishments. He was a true gentleman; spoke his mind and had an ability to connect with anyone. We will always remember him with fondness. Pam Shaughnessey Banks

I worked for you John at MBI,Inc. he was a man of integrity and high standards. He taught me what the meaning of the word loyalty was all about. I think of John often, and what fond memories they are.