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John Pavia Obituary
John N. Pavia, Jr., age 93, of Monroe, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 5, 2024, with his loving family by his side. Born in Bridgeport on December 6, 1930, he was the son of the late John and Elizabeth Sacher Pavia. A member of the U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard, he was the owner and operator Pavia Antenna Service. John exuded a warmth and kindness to anyone was lucky enough to have known him. He was a standout student at Central High School where he was recognized as a gifted musician. After enlisting in the Army Reserve, he received training as radar technician. John used these skills to establish Pavia Antenna Service, a successful family owned and operated business that he ran from 1957 to 1989. He remained active in the Army Reserve and National Guard where he rose to the rank of Warrant Officer, before retiring after 22 years of service. John was known for his incredible work ethic and affable personality. His greatest pride was his three children. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Survivors include his three loving children, Michele Miele, Lisa Pavia, John Pavia III and his wife Robin Pavia, seven cherished grandchildren, Alexandra, Michael, Gina, John IV, Alexa, Christopher, Tessa, two adored great-grandchildren, Vincenzo and Isabella, two brothers, Donald Pavia and Bill Pavia, a sister, Joanne Petro and her husband Steve, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son-in-law Joseph Miele.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 9, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. directly in St. Margaret's Shrine, 2523 Park Ave., Bridgeport. Interment will be private at the request of the family. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Thursday from 5 – 7 p.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.abriola.com.
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GARY LAZARUS
January 31, 2025
John, thinking of you this day and the fun we had.. May you rest in peace.
tony civitelli
January 31, 2025
still in my thoughts and many memories.
Andrea Oros Paddock
February 26, 2024
To Michele, Lisa, and John,
I am so sorry to just now learn of your dad's death. I know none of you remember me, but when you three were little, your mom and dad called me to babysit you almost every Saturday night. My name at the time was Andrea Oros; I lived on Route 111 in Monroe. I was in the second graduating class from Masuk High and attended the University of Bridgeport. Lisa was probably two or three at the time, and I remember
when you were born, John.
I often thought about your mom and dad and you three. I lived in Monroe for 79 years, moving to Massachusetts last year to be near my son since I'm now 80 and have health issues. In any event, I just learned of your dad's passing today. Had I known at the time he had died, I definitely would have attended the viewing and his funeral. I'm deeply saddened by his passing as both of your parents were very, very good to me in the many years I babysat for them. My sincerest, most heart-felt condolences on his passing. Stay well, all of you. God Bless.
Andrea Oros Paddock
Tricia Haviland and H. Clark Smith II
February 21, 2024
Papa John, you will always be remembered with great love. John, Michele, and Lisa, we are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with each of you, Tricia and Clark
Kim M. Grudeski
February 12, 2024
Dear Lisa, John and Michelle, I was sorry to hear about your dad may he rest in peace. I have a lot of good memories at your Monroe house with your family and uncle willie Aunt Dolly and Uncle Donny and your dad.
John Gresh
February 8, 2024
John, Nick and I want to express our sympathy on the loss of your dad. I know it has been a challenging five years or so as he navigated life post stroke. During the "lean"years (!) growing up in Bridgeport, some of the fondest memories I have were times spent at your house enjoying the hospitality your folks always offered. Your dad was my confirmation sponsor and always was kind to me. I pray that he is at rest at home in God's loving arms with his parents and the many relatives who went before him and whose lives were also made richer by his presence.
I am certain he was immensely proud of you, Robin, your sisters and his grandchildren. Condolences to your entire family.
May your dad rest in peace.
Michael Vickerelli
February 8, 2024
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.
Jeanette Garcia
February 7, 2024
Johnny will always have a place in my heart as a special man. My girls all adored him and remember him fondly.
Anthony civitelli
February 7, 2024
So sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts are prayers are with the family.
Anna Marie (Papa) Szalan
February 6, 2024
May the love of friends and family bring you thru this time of grief.
John was a great guy to have known.
Anna Marie (Papa) Szalan
tony odice jr.
February 6, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
~ D'Agostino Family
February 6, 2024
To the family of Mr. John N. Pavia Jr.
We are sorry for the loss John Pavia.
Our thoughts and prayers are with John and his family.
Gary Lazarus
February 6, 2024
Good memories with John. Always had a smile and a good word. Had many a cocktail. RIP John. My sincerest condolences to Don and Bill and his family.
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