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John Tremper Obituary

John R. Tremper KINGSTON- John R. Tremper, 67 of Quail Drive, Kingston died Saturday Jan. 4, 2014 at Albany Medical Center. Born Sept. 5, 1946 in Kingston he is the son of the late John H. and Ruth M. (Avery) Tremper. John attended and graduated from Saint Peter’s School in Kingston, attended Saint Patrick’s High School in Catskill, and graduated from Kingston High School. A United States Army Veteran serving in Vietnam and obtaining the rank of Tech Sergeant Grade E-5. After discharge he was employed as a welder for the Kingston Cement Plant. He became a union steamfitter for local 21 Westchester from 1971 to 2007. He was also a welding instructor for the Steamfitters Union. After retirement he was employed by Herzog’s Home Center. He played Semi-Pro football for Poughkeepsie Model City Diplomats. John coached Pop Warner Football he was fondly called “Coach Tremp” Junior Varsity Football and was a defensive line coach for the Kingston High School Tigers. He spearheaded the fundraising and volunteer work for the Dietz Stadium scoreboard. He played city league softball in both Kingston and Poughkeepsie for the teams of Mastro’s and Rondout Savings Bank, he also was a city league softball homerun champion. He was a member of the Post 1386 V.F.W., KHS Football Booster Club and Twaalfskill golf club and the Immaculate Conception Church. “Tremp” was loving and devoted father and doting grandfather. John is survived by his wife of 42 two years Barbara (Polacco) Tremper; his son Jason and his wife Jennifer Tremper; daughter Julie Tremper, grandchildren Imani, Destiny, Camryn, Cera and Cloe Tremper; brother and sisters-in-law Chuck and Linda Polacco, Jim and Mary Polacco; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive. Funeral arrangements are under the guidance of the Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home Inc., 27 Smith Avenue, Kingston www.jvleahyfh.com Friends will be received at the funeral home on Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral procession forms at the funeral home Thursday at 9 a.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church at 10 a.m. Internment Saint Peter’s Cemetery. Flowers are welcome or expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of contributions to Kingston High School Football Booster Club, c/o KHS.

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Published by the Daily Freeman from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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Bill Smith

January 13, 2014

Barbara-Always remember Johnny's big hug and "Hey Cuz!!!"I felt that he was family .He accomplished so much for his family and people around him.

Roger Gone

January 11, 2014

John touched our family in many ways over the years on a number of athletic fields. Our condolences to your family

The Gjone family

Diann Tremper /Hasbrouck

January 9, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Tony Penz

January 9, 2014

Dear Barbara and Family..... I'm very sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing John in our neighborhood. May he rest in peace.

LTC (RET) Steve and Lori May

January 9, 2014

Heartfelt condolences to Barbara, Jason, Julie and the entire Tremper and Polacco families. May God grant you comfort and peace as your hearts heal from your loss.
ARTILLERYMAN'S PRAYER:
I pray that I may live to shoot until my dying day.
And when it comes to my last round I then must humbly pray.
When in the Lord's great FDC being judged for all I do.
He takes my hand, smiles and says "you're a Redleg through and through".
With lanyard and compass by my side, the Lord speaks these words to me.
"Welcome home, you've served me well, come join my battery".
REST IN PEACE, GOOD SOLDIER.
END OF MISSION - OUT!

Peter Quick

January 8, 2014

So sorry for your loss. John, was a wonderful man, who I was honored to get to know by spending time with him while growing up in the neighbor hood. I remember spending days just stopping after a long bike ride, to shoot the breeze or helping him with a project. I will always remember those days and cherish them.

January 8, 2014

Barbara, Jason, Julie, barb we are so sorry to hear about john. so sorry we couldn't be there with you at this time.barb you were the rock in all this we hope you will be at peace and be able to get on with this terrible loss.i will miss all the good times I shared with you and john.mastros softball and all the trips we took.we will get together with you soon. love and take care tommy and sharon

Terry and Nick Sr. Roberti

January 7, 2014

Barbara, Julie, Jason and families, We are so sorry for your loss. I don't think we ever seen John without a smile on his face. Such a wonderful person. We have some great memories with your family that we will treasure forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Aglae and Ron Dixon

January 7, 2014

Dear Barbara and family, you have our deepest sympathy. Our
prayers are with you.

Michael Altomari

January 7, 2014

Barbara, Sorry to hear about your loss. I will miss golfing with John.
Mike

January 7, 2014

Barbara and family,
We are very sad to hear of the loss of such a loving person.
Our prayers are with you.
Lori and Mike Marino

January 7, 2014

Barb and family,
Karen and I will greatly miss John. RIP

Patti Maisch

January 7, 2014

God Bless You, Barb.
You are in our prayers
Patti and Gary

ralph and pier de cicco

January 7, 2014

Dear Barbara and family,very sorry for John's. passing you are all in our prayers.know that he is with Jesus and one day we will be with him also in peace and love

Donald & Bonnie Short

January 7, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss , are prayers and thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.

Mariann and Pete Guido

January 6, 2014

Barbara, Julie , Jason and family, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are all in out thoughts and prayers, love, Pete and Mariann Guido and family

Dave Alecca

January 6, 2014

Barb, Jason and Julie
I was so sad to hear about John's passing. Although my time seeing you guys diminished over the years he always had a smile-a wise comment-and made me laugh when we got together. I will miss those times.
He was the last link to my Mom and that saddens me deeply. He was a good man! You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

January 6, 2014

Mrs. Tremper, Jason & Julie

I am very sorry for the loss of your husband and father. My prayers are with you and your family.

Amy Hastings

Patti and Jimmy Aird

January 6, 2014

Jimmy and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

George Arthurs III

January 6, 2014

Prayers and condolences to the Tremper family. May he rest in peace.I will never forget Coach Tremp.

Lisa Dachenhausen

January 6, 2014

Words can not express our heartfelt condolences for your family. Steve and I extend to you our deepest sympathy for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you.

Ellen (Carter) Michaelis

January 6, 2014

Barbara & family ~

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Joe and Michele Schabot

January 6, 2014

Barbara, Jason, Julie and families,
We were so saddened to hear the news of John's passing! So many wonderful memories came to mind. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Love Joe and Michele

Sharon Schonger

January 6, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about John's passing and know that I am here for you during this time of terrible loss. Know he is being welcomed
in heaven with his parents and yours. Sharon

Bob Perry

January 6, 2014

Barbara and Family, So sorry for your loss. Although I only knew John for a short time, I know how much he will be missed by you and the family.
May he rest in peace.

January 6, 2014

Barbara and family,
We were so sorry to hear about John. You are all in our thoughts.
Pat(Haber) and Bob Short

Teresa Mitchell

January 6, 2014

Barb...I am so very sorry for your loss.

Don & Cheri Matthews

January 6, 2014

Dear Barbara & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Don & Cheri Matthews & family

January 6, 2014

I am sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers are with you.
Peggy Healy

Buddy Venuti

January 6, 2014

John,my friend,Rest-in-pease. You will be missed by all who crossed your path.

Kenny Gossen

January 6, 2014

Sorry for your lose

January 6, 2014

Barb so sorry. For your loss. You are in our prayers
Phyllis & George Nagy

January 6, 2014

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Paul and Hazel Spano

Karen & Mark Spano

January 6, 2014

Barbara and family, know that our thoughts, prayers and love are all turned to you as you mourn John's passing and celebrate his life.

Joe/Shirley Amato

January 6, 2014

To the Tremper and Polacco Family.John will be missed by everyone who knew him. sorry For Your Loss..God Bless John and Your family...RIP ,John

Ryan and Nicole Polacco

January 6, 2014

Coach Tremp, you will be missed by many! Prayers to Aunt Barb, Jay, Jenn, Jules and kids. We love you guys!

TammyLynn Mayer

January 6, 2014

Barbara and Family, So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. The Mayer Family

Gail Alecca

January 6, 2014

Sorry for the loss of John.
Thoughts and prayers are with his family..

Linda LaFountain

January 6, 2014

We are going to miss John.He was part of our Ranch family to. He was the greatest man you would ever what to meet.Love to all of his family.

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