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John Vaccacio Obituary
VACCACIO of Eldersburg; devoted father of Christina and Andrew Vaccacio; beloved son of the late Alfred and Ruth Vaccacio; cherished brother of the late Steve Vaccacio and his wife Donna Vaccacio of Monkton; proud uncle of John, Bill and Peter Vaccacio.
The family will receive friends in the LEMMON FUNERAL HOME OF DULANEY VALLEY INC. 10 W. Padonia Road (at York Road) Timonium, MD 21093 on Sunday, 12-4 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Catholic Community of St. Francis Xavier, 13717 Cuba Road, Hunt Valley, MD 21030 on Monday, May 7 at 1 PM. Interment Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in John's memory to Compassion International, 12290 Voyager Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80921-3668, re: Unsponsored Children's Fund or visit www.compassion.com, please request a Memorial Card and/or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 43025, Baltimore, MD 21236. A Guest Book is available at www.lemmonfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Vaccacio
Marie Celano
August 28, 2012
I've known John ever since we moved into River Hill. My daughter was diagnosed with diabetes and he was always friendly and helpful. When my son was diagnosed as well he was quick to notice and give an apology. He always seemed deeply concerned with the health of my children -- not only that he would single me out ... say hello and inquire about my life. He was definitely a genuinely kind and caring individual. I'm blessed to have known him and sad I was not able to say goodbye ...
Stacie A. Kendall
July 1, 2012
To a wonderful brother-in-law, father, and great all-around guy, you are dearly missed by all who were fortunate to know you! You will remain in both, Christina and Andrew's hearts forever...
June 26, 2012
John was our families's pharmacist for over a decade. He trained and worked with our son who was a technician at the pharmacy in his high school years. They grew close and shared much .Throughout the years, he was always a source of support and kindness. His smile radiated to others and he always greeted us with open joy. He would ask about family members who were ill and share joy in the events of our lives. John became our friend and a wonderful person to look forward to see. We will miss him terribly.
Over the years, John's love, pride and devotion to his children was so evident to us. We all send our love and condolences to them and to his whole family for this huge loss.
Most sincerely,
The Madiou Family
Kim
June 12, 2012
I was shocked and saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a good man, a special person, caring and compassionate to everyone he came in contact. I appreciate the comfort and joy he gave my mom Bonnie during her illness. He lit up her face and gave her happiness and hope during her difficult journey. Bonnie's family will never forget him and his kindness and love he shared. His spirit lives on through all he has touched. My prayers are for Christina and Andrew that they will always feel him close and know how proud he is of them. May your dad John's love for you warm your hearts eternally.
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Donna Johnson
May 17, 2012
I was so saddened to hear about John's passing. I wish I could have let him know what a special person he was. I was a Giant pharmacy customer for several years and John always made it feel like I was stopping by to visit a friend. He knew me and my family by name and always asked about us. His smiling face will be truly missed.
Eileen Ebbe
May 12, 2012
I just found out our dear neighbor from years ago,John Vaccacio had recently died. What a loss to so many people. I remember him as a fun loving person who adored his children. They lived next to us in Ellicott City and I helped babysit the kids when needed. When Andrew was born, I watched little Christina. His kids were his life. I will never forget the joy they gave him. John and my son were true Yankee fans. They could talk for hours about the team. My son was so happy that there was a Yankee fan living next to us. I am so sorry I did not know about his recent illness or that he had died. We sent Christmas cards to each other but he never said anything about himself. I hope Christina and Andrew will always know what a fine man their father was. May he rest in peace. Goodbye Neighbor.
Leslie Rosa
May 10, 2012
A gentler soul never existed!
And that smile!-- his whole face smiled: mouth, eyes, eyebrows, cheeks, ears.
You will be missed, Cousin John! Sending you love in heaven.
Chris Ardoin
May 8, 2012
The good do indeed die young. We will never forget your smile, laugh, good-natured ribbing, and professional care you took with each customer. I've been with Giant for 36 years, and have never, ever met or known a colleague like John. He epitomizes what Giant is all about. I am proud to call John a good friend. Giant will never be the same without you, my friend.
Jeff & Christine Davis
May 8, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Susan Ashtianie
May 8, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences to John's family and his pharmacy colleagues at Giant. We appreciate how well John took care of us as his customers over the years. What a lovely man, with an always ready smile. He will be missed.
May 7, 2012
What a sweet smile and sweet spirit! He was always one of the first to come and welcome the Rosa family at the annual Krueger picnic. May he rest in peace and love, knowing he made an impact in all of our lives. He will be sorely missed. With heartfelt sympathy, the Rosa-Darden family offers the Vaccacio and Krueger family our love and support.
Melinda Jordan
May 6, 2012
John was an extraordinarily kind and compassionate man -- always generous with his time and his wealth of knowledge. He will be sorely missed.
May 6, 2012
"John was a great pharmacist. I wish I had a chance to work with him longer in Giant Pharmacy, even though during the short time that we had, he clearly taught me how far a pharmacist could take care of the patients"
Amir Sasan Sepehri(Clarksville, MD)
Ken Krueger
May 6, 2012
My Cousin John was an all-around great person. I have many happy memories of our summer vacations together as kids. I will remember him fondly and he will be greatly missed.
Margaret Levitt
May 5, 2012
John, I miss our daily telephone conversations and we will miss you. May God keep Christina and Andrew strong and they know that you are always with them. They will not let you down and you will always be proud of them.
Margaret
Camille
May 5, 2012
Words cannot express my deepest sadness at this moment. The joy and peace you had long sought, now surround you as you rest in the Light and Love of our Savior Jesus. I have missed you Johnny V. and remain grateful for the time we had together.
Wendy Schneider
May 4, 2012
Working with John, one discovers he does things with great care and without any sense of urgency...but he has left us far too quickly. It was a privilege working with such a fine man, and I have learned so much from him. I was honored to call him my friend. He is sorely missed.
Mark Rose
May 4, 2012
You will truly be missed by all your friends and customers at Giant.
Joseph McCormick
May 4, 2012
This is so very sad. I got to know John while I was working with his mother, Ruth, during her stay at Carroll Lutheran Village. John and I hit it right off and we teased each other over baseball (Yankees/Orioles) and NYC culture. It was a pleasure to get to him and, in turn, to care for his mother, whom John adored ~ and I did, too. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing and my prayers will be with his entire family. It was a blessing to get to know John and his mother. They are very special people!
Paul Shanklin
May 4, 2012
I will miss truly miss you my friend....
Paul Shanklin
May 3, 2012
You will be missed my friend....
Paul Shanklin
May 3, 2012
You will be missed my friend...
May 3, 2012
I didn't know John very long or very well. But long enough and well enough to know that he was a fine man who truly listened and truly cared. May he rest in peace and bring the best of memories to those who are left behind to share those memories in ways unimaginable.
Marvin Yudell
Tonia Lanier
May 3, 2012
We will miss you. We enjoyed seeing you, Christina and Andrew last summer. Jacob has a picture of Christina and Andrew hanging in his room. My prayers are sent to his children, family, and friends.
Love James, Tonia, Brandon, Jacob, and Grace Verna
Christmas 2011 Our House
Ellen Masciocchi
May 3, 2012
John, I loved you like a brother. We had so much fun as kids together and recently as grownups with our families. I'll always remember your wonderful sense of humor and I'm so grateful for our last conversation. God bless you
Cousin Ellen, Lou, Matt, Tara and Mark
richard mills
May 3, 2012
I truly loved that boy... I will miss him......Riichard Mills
Tim & Patty Krueger
May 3, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful cousin, John. We will love and miss you always. Our family reunion picnics wont be the same with out you.
Kathy Brennan
May 3, 2012
We will miss John very much, he always had a smile on his face, was interested in all things family and was a good guy all around. Kathy, Ed & Elise Brennan (Columbia, SC)
Nayab Hussain
May 2, 2012
John was one of the first people I met working at Giant pharmacy and I knew he was someone special. We had some great laughs and I learned so much from him on how to be a pharmacist. He was a kind, compassionate person who was so full of life and laughter. I will always remember our talks of all things related to NY sport teams, especially the Yankees, and how he told me to never give up on my dreams. I will miss you my friend, thank you for the memories.
Suzanne Suter-Lowe
May 2, 2012
I cannot begin to express how much I miss John already. Over the last 6 years of working with him he was always there for me. His self-deprecating humor was the best, he always laughed with people, never at them...and he always laughed, which was the most special part.
Lexington, NY
Patricia Rosa
May 2, 2012
John -2010
Patricia Rosa
May 2, 2012
Hannah and Lou Frey
May 2, 2012
John was a great friend and a wonderful neighbor. He was an honorary member of our family and we feel very blessed to have known him, Christina and Andrew. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. We love you John and will miss you very much! Thank you for your friendship and guidance. We love you!
Patricia Rosa
May 2, 2012
I celebrate the life John lived. I will cherish the memories of John and all the laughs he gave us.
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