John Ferreira

John W. Ferreira, 61, of Ellington, CT passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at home. He was born in Bronx, NY, son of the late Eric and Phebianne (Michaud) Ferreira. John had worked as an electronic technician for Hampton Engineering. When he was younger he played a wide variety of sports, then coached his children in basketball, baseball and softball when they were young. He was an avid sports fan, especially of the Yankees, Cowboys and Celtics. He also had a love of playing card games, especially Uno, and also golden retrievers. John is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Cheryl (Kominski) Ferreira; two children, Jennifer Ferreira and her fiancé Cody Barfield, and Jason Ferreira and his fiancé Emmaline Cote; two sisters, Irene Ball and her husband Irven, and Rita-Jean Ferreira; his sister-in-law, Karen Janiga and her husband Brian; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved golden retriever, Maggie. He was predeceased by a sister, Louise Madan. Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 14, 2022 from 4 PM to 6 PM, with a funeral service beginning at 6 PM at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. Burial will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. For online condolences or directions, please visit: www.introvignefuneralhome.com