Djovalin Jon Camaj

Djovalin Jon Camaj obituary, Schenectady, NY

Djovalin Jon Camaj

Djovalin Camaj Obituary

Published by The Daily Gazette Co. from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2012.
Djovalin Jon Camaj ColonieDjovalin Jon Camaj, 60, of Booth Street, died Sunday, August 19, 2012. Jon was born in Montenegro to Lula Ivezic Camaj and the late Toma Camaj. Jon came to America in 1969 and had lived in Colonie since 1984. He was the owner of Pizza King on Jay Street in Schenectady. He started the business in 1998. Jon loved attending Mass at the Auriesville Shrine and had a special devotion to St. Kateri Tekakwitha. In addition to his mother, who lives in Albania, he is survived by his wife of 30 years, Joyce Camaj; three children, Rosa Camaj, Joyia Camaj and Gina Camaj; one granddaughter, Joviana Camaj; two step-daughters, Tami, Tania and their children; four siblings, Pashko Camaj, Viktor Camaj, Victoria Gelaj and Rita Nimali. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral which will begin Saturday morning at 9:15 at the Gleason Funeral Home, 730 Union Street and at 10 at St. John the Evangelist Church where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Friday from 3 until 7 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. Memorial contributions may be made to the Auriesville Shrine, Route 5S, Auriesville, NY 12016.



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October 18, 2012

Gina Camaj posted to the memorial.

September 21, 2012

Diane & Mike Smith posted to the memorial.

September 21, 2012

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Gina Camaj

October 18, 2012

My father in heaven ,
he has ringed the bell,
He had many many nice things to tell
He has said to be,
my son oh my dear,
Don't worry
don't worry
I am always near,
-excerpt from the many books and poems of John Camaj, my daddy, my zemer Babs, Te dua mot fortin baba vete. Vajzat Jovi
-my daddy's heart, I love you the most of all jovis girls. Gina rosa and Joyia

Diane & Mike Smith

September 21, 2012

Dear Joyce,Gina,Rosa and Joyia
We are so saddened to learn of Jon's passing. He was a wonderful man with a gentle heart. May his spirit live on through all of you.

September 21, 2012

September 21, 2012

September 21, 2012

the circle of life...

August 30, 2012

Rich

August 26, 2012

Jon was a very nice man, always friendly and definitely great pizza. He will be missed.

A local customer

August 26, 2012

I have enjoyed Pizza King pizza for years and have, for over a decade, considered the chicken marsala pizza to be my absolute favorite pizza of all time. The Pizza King was passionate about his profession. It was important to him to deliver a quality product to his customers and it showed. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

"The Granito Family"

August 25, 2012

Gina We extend our thoughts and prayers in the loss of your father. This most certainly is a difficult time however with support of family and friends the pain will fade and be replaced with wonderful memories of your father.

August 24, 2012

Our family tradition for many years is to precede any show we attend at Proctor's by Pizza King pizza. We loved the pizza, but the visits were just as much to visit with the Pizza King himself. He was always friendly, always made us laugh, always took time to visit with all his patrons. We are greatly saddened to have learned of his death. Our hearts go out to all his family.

Mary Ann Siligato

August 24, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Camaj family. Jon will be greatly missed.

Deb & Mark Cieslak

August 24, 2012

We will miss you, your smiling face and sense of humor. Our family loved going to your restaurant. Our prayers are with your family.

August 23, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

wilfredo velez

August 23, 2012

Jon and I used to laugh about the two times he gave away my pizza pie...he was a kind man...he let bring the girls from St. Anne institute and provide us with pizza...I will miss Jon...a very sad day...

john cancio

August 23, 2012

Rest in peace Jon Camaj

we'll always remember..................

Mark Thomas Family

August 23, 2012

Pizza Party at the 'King

Mark Thomas Family

August 23, 2012

December 10, 2011

Mark Thomas Family

August 23, 2012

from a family of patrons

August 23, 2012

Like Jon, we once lived in Utica. So now and then, he would treat us to some Florentine pastries after we enjoyed our favorite slices. Jon was a nice man and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. We are very sorry for your loss.

August 22, 2012

I am so saddened by Jon's passing. He served me hundreds of meals. Every time I went to the Pizza King he made me laugh. My wife, son and I send our deepest sympathies to his family.

Martin Burke

John R

August 22, 2012

Your dad always brightened my day when I came in for a slice of pizza at lunch. May his legacy and great spirit live on though all of you. Peace & Love

melanie

August 22, 2012

my prayers are with you at this time. i'm really going to miss his pizza.

August 22, 2012

Schenectady is the worse without him. Sorry for your loss.

Patron

August 22, 2012

You were indeed the Pizza King, best pizza ever and very enjoyable visiting your establishments...you made us laugh, RIP, prayers to your family.

August 22, 2012

Dear Gina and family,
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your father. I know how hard losing a parent is. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
- Noah Stracuzzi

Abby Ruscitto

August 22, 2012

Gina, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Frank and Debbie Zima

August 22, 2012

Dear Joyce,Gina,Joyia,Rosa,and Jovi, We are so sorry and saddened to learn of John's passing. Our love and prayers go out to all of you John was such a good man. He will be missed

August 22, 2012

Dear Joyce, Joyia, Rosa and Gina,

Schenectady and the world has lost a shining star and great force, he will be greatly missed. May God give you strength and love during this very sad time. Love, Mark Thomas and Family

Heather Shepherd

August 22, 2012

Gina, Joyia, and your family: I am so sorry for and saddened by your loss. Your dad is at peace, will always be in your hearts, and will be your angel watching over you. My love, thoughts, and prayers.

August 22, 2012

may you be at peace

Butch Primero

August 22, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

patron of pizza king

August 22, 2012

May the Gods in Heven enjoy his pizza as much as we did. RIP

Pizza King Patron

August 22, 2012

My deepest sympathy to your family. He was a great person and made the most amazing pizza's I have ever tasted. Schenectady has lost someone very important and it will never be the same without him

Kim Thai

August 22, 2012

Dearest Joyce and family,
You have our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. John was a good man and he will be missed.
Love,
Quoc & Kim Thai

Cat Castro

August 22, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, Gina. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Anna-Maria Kerkes

August 22, 2012

May the Love and Peace of God hold your Family in his hands

Trisha and John Tulachanh

August 21, 2012

To the family, we are sorry for your loss. May you find peace, comfort and support through this difficult time. I love you guys!

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