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John Barbella Obituary

Barbella, John A. ALBANY John A. Barbella, 64, died Thursday, August 20, 2009 at the Hospice Inn of St. Peter's Hospital. Born and educated in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was the son of the late James and Mary (Cusato) Barbella. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. Mr. Barbella retired from Niagara Mohawk after more than 25 years of service. He is survived by beloved sister, Ann Marie Granato and her husband Anthony of Port Jefferson Station, N.Y. and his niece, Melina Pantina and her husband, Anthony of Huntington, N.Y. Relatives and friends are invited to call Saturday (Today) from 2-6 p.m. in the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, Inc., 490 Delaware Ave. A funeral Mass and burial will held Tuesday in Huntington, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Community Hospice of Albany Co., 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Aug. 22, 2009.

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Every one at The Garden Grill

August 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cyndi Crowley

August 23, 2009

Ann Marie, Anthony, and Melina,

My deepest sympathy to you all. Please know that many fond memories will remain in my heart forever for the good times Johnny and I shared together.

Laurie Haston

August 22, 2009

Dear Barbella Family:

My deepest sympathy to the loss of a great man, brother and uncle. I remember John from my childhood as he was a coworker and friend of my father, David Hughes. More recently I remember his sorrow at my Dad's funeral. I know they are enjoying each other's company once again.
My prayers are with you.

Laurie Haston

Gary McNamee

August 22, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Victoria Wetmiller

August 22, 2009

Deeepest sympathy to the Barbella Family. I knew John from working in the Steam Plant, he was a person that once you met him, you can never forget him. He was well loved by many people. He will be missed. God is probably laughing with him now.

Peace,
Victoria Wetmiller Vero Beach, Fl

August 22, 2009

My deepest sympathy to the Barbella family as well as Alice and family. Johnny was a character for sure and will be missed by so many people.

Smith and Jones Family (Second Avenue, Albany, NY)

Mary L. Potts

August 22, 2009

Although I only met John a few times, I know of his spirit and sense of humor through the stories told to me by my late husband (Bill Potts) who worked with John at the Steam Station...know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss....

Chris Cunningham

August 22, 2009

Ann Marie
I recieved the call yesterday and I was very upset after I was told of John's passing. John and I were very good friends for at least 30 years. I am sorry I am unable to be there, I will never forget your brother and my good friend. Chris Cunningham

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