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John Colosimo Obituary

John F. "Jack" Colosimo Jr., 79, of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday (Oct. 18, 2017) at the Olean (N.Y.) General Hospital.
He was born on Aug. 19, 1938, in Bradford, a son of the late John Sr. and Josephine Caserio Colosimo.
He attended Bradford area schools.
On Jan. 26, 1968, in Custer City he married Sandra A. Clark, who survives.
He was a member of the St. Bernard Catholic Church, the La Stella Lodge and the McDonald's Men's Coffee Club. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking in his garage.
He was employed by the former Airco Speer Electronics for 19 years and later for the Bradford Area School District for 14 years as a custodian until his retirement.
In addition to his wife of 49 years, Sandra Colosimo of Bradford he is also survived by two sons, Richard "Dick" (Patty) Colosimo and Steve (Tracy) Colosimo, both of Bradford; one daughter, Sue (George) Lipps of Bradford; one sister, Anita Monti in North Carolina; one uncle, Anthony (Betty) Caserio of Bradford; one brother-in-law, Bill (Sherry) Clark in Montana; nine grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by one brother, Anthony "Pat" Colosimo.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the Mascho Funeral Home Inc. with a funeral service to be held at the funeral home at 10 a.m. on Saturday with the Rev. Raymond Gramata, pastor of the St. Bernard Catholic Church, officiating.
Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to the Bradford Area Public Library, 67 West Washington St., Bradford, PA 16701 or the Office of Development, Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home Inc.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Bradford Era from Oct. 19 to Oct. 25, 2017.

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Craig & Cathy Steinkamp

October 13, 2020

Time goes on,but the hurt does not stop. Jack is missed by us and many. He has a spot in our hearts,and we will never forget him. We miss his laugh and smile. God bless Jack.

Becky Clark-Darko

October 25, 2017

Uncle Jack you where such a great man. You will be greatly missed. I have such wonderful memories I will hold dear to my heart. R.I.P.❤

October 22, 2017

SABDY SI VERY SORRY I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL AS I MISS STAN SO MUCH SHIRLEY BLACK

Margaret Cass

October 20, 2017

So sorry to read of Jack's passing. He will be greatly missed.

Beverly Sherman

October 20, 2017

Sandi - I was sad to hear about your Jack. My thoughts are with you, friend. Hugs to you

Cindy Greek

October 19, 2017

Sandy - very sorry for your loss. Many prayers for you and your family.

Craig & Cathy Steinkamp

October 19, 2017

It was with great regret we learnrd of Jack's passing.Jack has been a good friend and will remain in my heart and mind,along with many.Always a smile and a laugh to greet you. Rest in peace our friend.

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