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MARY BUELA
October 17, 2018
I took a business course from Mr. Atella around 1970. He taught me so much. I still have the textbook from the class, and I still refer to it.
Lloyd Stanley Huddy
October 15, 2018
Very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was the first true runner that I came across in my training days for my first Harrisburg, PA Marathon. I often would pass John on training runs through the Milton Hershey School Campus. I was able to run a few miles with him during one of the Harrisburg Marathons and shared thoughts about his daughters who I knew as a teacher/coach at Hershey High School. He was inspirational, indeed!
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October 14, 2018
So sorry to hear of John's passing. I knew John as a fellow student at Hershey Junior College and a colleague/friend at HACC. Students loved him as a professor and his classes in accounting filled up first. He will be missed by his co-workers, friends and students. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Charles Fahnestock, Senior Emeritus Professor of Mathematics/Counseling at Harrisburg Area Community College
Steve and Debbie Atella
October 14, 2018
Dear Joanne, Chris, Susan and family, Words cannot express the heartfelt sorrow we feel at John's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Our Love, Steve and Debbie
October 14, 2018
Joanne & family
I was deeply deeply sorry to hear of Johns passing. I didn't think this would happen. My deepest sorrow to you all. I was happey to know that I've seen him and took pictures the last time you were here.
Uncle Joe
Gail and Tom Thornburg
October 13, 2018
Joanne, We are so very, very sorry. Our deepest sympathy, along with our thoughts and prayers for you, Chris, Susan and your grandchildren. Not a day will go by that we won't think of you and pray that you find peace, comfort and, eventually, joy in the happy memories of your life together. Sending comforting hugs. Love, Gail and Tom
October 13, 2018
So sorry to hear. John was the best joke teller.
jan
Glenn and Sherri Harmon
October 13, 2018
With deepest sympathy Joanne to you and your girls and the rest of your family too. Was surprised and saddened learning about your loss. We had such fun times connecting with the two of you in FL. Know that we are sending hugs and prayers your way.
Love you Joanne, Glenn and Sherri
David Foose
October 13, 2018
Sorry to hear of this. He was a wonderful professor and man. Had him for classes during 1979 and early 80's. Thoughts and prayers for his family during your loss. Respectfully, Dave Foose and Brenda
john bruno
October 12, 2018
My first Accounting teacher at HACC. RIP Mr. Atella
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