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John L. Elice
April 26, 1964 - Sept. 11, 2023
John L. Elice, 59, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on September 11, 2023 after a long battle with cancer.
John was born on April 26, 1964 in Auburn, to John and Anna (Greco) Elice and was the only son. He was a proud graduate of Auburn High School Class of 1982.
On September 24, 1993 John married the love of his life Carolynn (Wyant) Elice. They were married 29 years and would have been 30 years this month.
John was a long-time employee of Welch Allyn, working there 36 years (roughly 20 years or so in the Lamp Department alone), before his illness brought him home to fight.
John was a recent but proud member of Auburn's very own CIAO Club. His other hobbies included working on cars, electronics, and spending time with his loved ones, especially on family adventures and vacations.
Those that had have the opportunity to have met him will never forget him. John was known for his sense of humor and his love for his family and friends. John was a man that anyone could rely on. He will be greatly missed by those that hold him dear.
John is survived by his beautiful wife, Carolynn (Wyant) Elice; son, John Joseph "Jay" Elice, daughter, Leah M.Cook (Brandon); sisters: Mariann (Donald) Sharra and Joanne Sherwood (Paul Kosinski); along with numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncle, and cousins.
John is predeceased by his parents, John Elice, Anna Marie Greco Elice, and his in-laws, Janet Irene Taylor Quinn, John W. Wyant, plus numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Please join us for John's Mass of Christian burial, in St. Francis of Assisi Church, 299 Clark St., Auburn, NY 13021 on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be a private ceremony with only close family members present.
In lieu of flowers a donation to Hugs for Hope Foundation, PO Box 15214, Syracuse, NY 13215, would be greatly appreciated.
Pettigrass Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family.
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Letha Mitchell
May 7, 2024
What a wonderful pic of John. We both worked at Welch Allyn together and he´s always had kind words and heart towards me. Not to mention the hrs of laughter throughout the day. John will be forever missed!. R.I.P. my Fiend
Chuck crawford
January 24, 2024
I went to school when we're in elementary and had been friends for sometime. John definitely was a joker. I think he also liked to draw. Great guy. R.i.p john
John Roe
October 15, 2023
So sorry to hear of John´s passing. I always enjoyed our time working together at Welch in the video department. My deepest condolences
Jeff Angus
October 2, 2023
Your smile and laugh will be missed.
Karen Ray (Chapman)
October 2, 2023
I worked with John back in the 80´s at Welch Allyn. He was a great guy. My condolences to his family.
John J Casano
September 22, 2023
Carolynn I´m am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and John´s sister who I went to school with.
Chris Secaur
September 19, 2023
Caroline and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. John was a well liked guy ,take pride in that.
Lois Terino
September 17, 2023
I was sorry to read of the loss of your brother Mariann.
May all of the best times spent with him resonate in your mind daily.
Lisa (Walters) Winters
September 16, 2023
Carolyn and family I´m so very sorry for your loss. John was a kind person and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Phyllis Barnes
September 15, 2023
John was a great man he always would say Hi to you and ask how every thing. My sympathy goes out to the family. May he now rest in peace
Ken and franci VanWie
September 14, 2023
Carolyn and family, my wife and I are so sorry for your loss. We both worked with John in the lamp department at Welch allyn. John was a great guy, good friend, and a dedicated individual. We will miss his unique sense of humor, and his positive attitude. Ken and franci van wie
Robert Minde
September 14, 2023
Carolynn & Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about John Elice's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. John was a remarkable person, and his kindness and warmth touched many lives, including mine.
During this difficult time, may the cherished memories of John bring you comfort and strength. His positive spirit will be dearly missed, but his legacy of kindness will continue to inspire us all.
With sympathy,
Robert Minde
Mary (Snyder) Quinn
September 14, 2023
Carolynn & family, I am so very sorry to learn or John's passing. What great memories I have of him from Hoffmann Street. Thinking of you all during this most difficult time. God bless. XXOO
Robert Brazee
September 14, 2023
I´m so sorry Joann and your entire family.
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