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BORN
1932
DIED
2016
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JOHN DiFIORI Obituary
John was a U.S. Navy Veteran. From 1960 -1991 he was a Biology teacher at South Philadelphia High School. He received his Bachelor's and Master's from Temple Univer-sity, where he was a varsity wrestler. He was lifetime member of the Outdoor Club of S. Jersey and well known among the cycling community. John was an avid gardener. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rails to Trails www.railstotrails.org/RememberJohnD or Samaritan Hospice www.samaritannj.org/memorial-gifts. For online condolences please visit www.jacksonfh.net
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david grasso
March 9, 2023
He was a great teacher and friend.
Bruce Erdman
June 23, 2021
John you live on in my memory ! You lived well embracing life . Rided on !
Marilou Kaubin
July 5, 2016
Ginny I am so deeply sorry for your loss and hope you know that despite the loss of contact since Hersh passed, you and John were very close to my heart and the hearts of my kids. I am sorry we didn't have the chance to say goodbye but I know John wouldn't have wanted a fuss. I hope that wherever John and Hersh are now they are having endless and wonderful conversations pontificating on everything and anything. They were a pair, weren't they? Much love to you. I'm so thankful you reached out to Sam. My number is 609-605-5790.
Mark Jennings
July 4, 2016
I am so sorry to read of John's passing. John taught me backpacking and camping with the Outdoor Club.John always told great and funny stories and loved that VW bug 1960.
Rosie Martin
July 3, 2016
I attended South Philadelphia High School from 1966-1969. Mr. DiFiori was my 10th grade Biology teacher. He was interesting, caring, and had a sense of humor that seemed to draw even the most disgruntled student close to him. I will always remember him fondly. May he rest in peace knowing he made a positive difference in the lives of others.
Ruth Haines
July 3, 2016
Upper Darby High School Class of 1951
Rick Greenstein
July 3, 2016
My sincere condolences on John's passing. I taught with John at Southern from 1966 to 1972. A nicer gentleman and more professional educator can not be found. I can only imagine how precious he was to his friends and family.
Mary Brady
July 3, 2016
Dear Ginny: So sorry to learn of your dear John's passing. What a wonderful neighbor he was. May you be comforted by family and friends.
Mary @ 108
Bruce Erdman
July 1, 2016
John was an inspirational person. I knew him from biking with the outdoor club of south jersey. His leadership made us better riders and better people. Rest in Peace.
Neil Kornhauser
July 1, 2016
I am deeply saddened by John's passing. I cycled with John for a little over 10 years and spent hours on the bike talking with him and even hours talking (mostly listening) after the rides in the parking lot. He told me stories of bike trips that he went on, backpacking and canoeing trips. He was my mentor and taught me all about cycling and how to be a responsible cyclist. He always had kind words to say about everyone and was truly a renaissance man. John will be deeply missed.
Steve McMichael
June 30, 2016
J.P.,
Your Dad should have written a 'How to" book on the Art of Conversation. You and I became good friends in high school and your father welcomed me into his world from the jump. He would always inquire about the interests of others and then ask genuine questions to have that person talk about themselves. He was eager to learn more...always intellectually curious. Then, 10's of minutes later, he would say with quiet confidence and a warm smile that he too was a wrestler way back in the day, as I was. The conversation would go on forever and you were sorry when it ended. In each encounter with him, he always had pearls of wisdom to share or a funny anecdote.
It was nice to see he kept in touch with former students. Some in a mentor-student relationship. It doesn't surprise me after these 35 plus years. Teaching was not an 8-5 job for him. It was an all the time thing. You could say he was the embodiment of the old adage, "you remember your high school teachers and your college friends". He connected with people in a positive way that formed them into the adults they are today. His legacy is not just a great family, but, his students who are better having met him.
My condolences to Ginny, John and all the DiFiori's. Your loss is heaven's gain. God bless you, Mr. D.! You're the best!
John and Olive Smith
June 30, 2016
John,
John and I are thinking of you and know that we care. I sent a message to your email and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Bodnar
June 30, 2016
Sorry to hear of Johns passing.He will be missed by many.
art cohen
June 30, 2016
I was so saddened to read John's obituary in today's philadelphia inquirer. I knew John from OCSJ and road with him in South Jersey for many years albeit it has been some time since I last saw John out on a ride. It was always special to ride with John and I know we will all miss him.
Gail Denber
June 30, 2016
Carolyn,
I remember your father as an intense and vigorous person. I know he will be missed by many.
Linda Ciocciola
June 30, 2016
I attended South Philadelphia High School and graduated in 1964. I remember
Mr. DiFiori and always thought of him with great regard and respect.
Anthony Moore
June 30, 2016
My heart felt condolences to the family. He was my biology teacher at South Philly High from 1974 to 1976. I remember the very day told me that he was recommending to attend the South Philly High/Thomas Jefferson Medical Program for urban youth. I jumped at the opportunity and yy mother was so proud. It kept me of the streets of South Philly and really shaped my life for years to come. I'm now a retired U.S. Marine. He was a really great guy.
Annie Gray Reynolds
June 30, 2016
Dear Ginny, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your love, John. Fond memories of hikes, camping, and travels. I am glad to have known John. Prayers for you and all of John's family.
Carol W.
June 30, 2016
So sorry for your loss Ginny. Our thoughts are with you. Carol and Patricia .
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