John Astarita Sr.

I think of John everytime I go to the Wynns ,He is missed ART Wiedeman

To the Astarita family, I am so very sorry to just nowhear of 'Mr. Astarita's' passing. I went to St. Francis elementary school, as well as High School with both John (jr) and Michael. My condolences to the entire family

Is this the John Astarita who attended La Salle Academy high school in lower Manhattan? Tried to find him years ago. So sad. We were classmates.

I met John back at Rockingham Park in the early 70's. He was a nice guy. RIP

rest in peace my friend

To Mrs. Astarita, John and Michael. I send my many, sincerest condolences. Mr. Astarita was always a presence down at Nutts Pond's South Little League for both baseball and soccer. I remember how he would just give instructions to all the kids, even the kids playing against John and Mike. I remember him as a great father and a cheerleader of life. I remember playing pickup basketball at Memorial High School where I was usually the worst player and he always made sure that I was on his team so he could teach me the game, and he did, and he also taught me how to shoot free throws! Again, my condolences to Mrs. Astarita, John, and Michael.

I'm so sorry; my heart goes out to you for your loss. There are no words to express our sadness when a love one passes but our loving God knows how you feel and comforts us with His word. (John 6:40 NWT)

To Ginny and the Boys, Enjoyed talking to John in the JFK pro shop before the Memorial hockey games. We would compare our families spaghetti sauces. God Bless.

To Ginny and the entire Astarita family, We send our condolences and our love. John was a special friend & even though we were miles apart I would talk to him every week and at any hour. Family, sports and politics were the topics of our chats. He shared stories of his grandkids, talked about his sons and how blessed he was to have Ginny in his life. During his last visit to NY - John gathered his neighborhood friends together for a special story telling evening and in a typical John Astarita way he was able to keep the conversations focused on basketball. I loved John, I will miss him dearly and will always have him in my heart. May He Rest in Peace. Joe Piazza and family

We will all miss uncle John and what a great dad he always was! I'm pretty sure cousin Johnny,Mikey and Jason could really master any sport because of him. He always included us girls in the street hockey , or any sport(we struggled to play)and made us feel like we were one of the guys, that was great! Truly one of kindness people.. Our thoughts and prayers are with all...

My condolences to the entire family- May his memory be eternal

Our hearts and prayers are with your entire family. love, Sally & Dan Breen - (friends of Marilyn)

I'm so sorry. Warm thoughts to you all.

Johnny, I remember the runs to New York from college and the days you would crash with Boomer and me at the hacienda in Litchfield in the 70's. Great times at school, at The Rock and all over. I know Boomer as waiting for you in the hereafter. Wish him well.

Johnny, I remember the runs to New York from college and the days you would crash with Boomer and me at the hacienda in Litchfield in the 70's. Great times at school, at The Rock and all over. I know Boomer as waiting for you in the hereafter. Wish him well. Peter Dobens, Boca Raton, Fl

Every conversation I ever had with him was educational: about basketball, mathematics, life, being a man, doing the right thing no matter what...it was amazing how much knowledge you could gain from just a casual conversation with him. He always cared about other people first, always asked how others were doing years or even decades after seeing them last. And he always wanted you to challenge yourself, push yourself, all while enjoying what you were doing. He knew what life was all about, and he made countless people's lives better through his words, his actions, his personality, and from the example that he set. A truly irreplaceable human being.

John,
Always a pleasure to be around.Rest in Peace
John.I know you will be watching over your family
from Heaven.
Chick Bowers

Johnny, you were a total class act. The time we spent together was always comfortable and enjoyable. From our trips to Vegas to see you and Ginny and the times you came back here to NH. You were truly a man's man. Until we meet again. Rest in peace my friend.

Lola and Gwen

My deepest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of John Astarita I had the privilege of growing up with John l went to school with him at St Anthony,s served mass with him played basketball ran in the streets of Manhattan He taught me to ride a bicycle at about nine I was pleased to read a message about him still riding John was a great guy a true friend a stand up guy a straight shooter He was someone who always had your back He was a mensch long before he was a man It is comforting to read to read testimony from people who knew him later in life and to see he was the same person at sixty eight that he was at eight He was also a hell of a funny guy and all my memories of him are full of smiles and laughter My late brother James and I considered John a brother and if there is an afterlife , I'm sure they ,got each other's back I hope that the privilege and pleasure and joy of having known and loved John will help sustain you all in this most trying time
Rest In Peace Brother
Joe Stropoli cold spring n y

Granddaughter Lola

Dearly loved, sadly missed and forever in our hearts as we celebrate the life of a wonderful man with love and remembrance. So honored and blessed to have known such a great person. Praying for my Astarita family as they find the courage to face the days ahead.

You will always be remembered by your friends in Greenwich Village. Thanks for always picking me to play on your basketball team in Houston Street Park.

Rest in peace my friend, I will always remember the memories we shared together. My thoughts and prayers with the family.

Rest in peace dear johnny my dear friend rest in peace because the warm fond memories that we have of you will not ever cease you had a heart of gold and you were a man of sport and when you held a basketball in your hands you did magic on the court you played with both my brothers in the great greenwich village new york city you were a handsome guy and all your girls were pretty your time on earth was too short but your heart and soul will live much longer and when you rode the horses few men were much stronger and some people may pass away but the great ones never die rest in peace dear johnny you were one hell of a guy by steve stropoli 124 macdougal st nyc neighborhood forever

Remembering John riding his bicycle throughout the neighborhood, flashing a smile when he came upon someone he knew. He will be missed. Deepest condolences.

Sincerest condolences to the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. - George and Pauline Larkin and Family

God bless you and your entire family Ginny. I am so very sorry..what a beautiful family he was able to live and love with. Such a wonderful testament to a terrific man. Far to Young to have had to leave you all.
Much love to all.
Cousin MaryAnn.

Our sincerest sympathy to Ginny and the boys. John was considered a member of our family and we loved him dearly. There is a hole in our hearts.

I have known John since my first job in 1990 in the Casino Gaming Industry and throughout my career. He Was truly one of of a kind- a person who really loved life and people and always had a kind word to say with his contagious smile. You will be missed by so many- but the loss is no where near that of your dear family. I have you all in my prayers to find strength together and comfort knowing ~ John is now the angel watching over all of you.

RIP JOHN YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY AND NOT EVER FORGOTTEN.

To the Astarita family:

My heartfelt condolences on John's passing. I dealt to him at the Rampart Casino. Always a gentlemen and a pleasure to talk to.

Margaret Janusz
Las Vegas, NV

Condolences and deepest sympathies to the Astarita family,
got to speak to john last week, my childhood basketball friend.

Respectfully

Raymond Cristofoletti

john you were the best.our love to your family.

We will miss seeing John ride his bike around the neighborhood. I enjoyed saying hello while working in the yard. I wish Ginny and sons peace and comfort during this time of mourning.

Trish & Dick McArthur

Rest In Peace my dear and wonderful friend. You are a legend. Respectfully, John Tug Tognino

I will try my best to come on the 7th. A sad loss. Condolences to Astarita family.

Stan Wayne

to ginny, john, michael and jason, my deepest sympathies to you. i was lucky enough to hear from john two weeks ago. know i am thinking of you and i will surely miss him.

I wish Ginny and John's family peace and love during this difficult time. May their strength as a family bring comfort to one another and memories of John bring smiles to their faces even if it is ever so briefly.

John was the first neighbor we met on Panoramic Court and he told us about Ginny who would be coming out soon and how I'd have to meet her...and meet her we did. Ginny and I became close friends from the start and we still remain such after all those years...15 I believe.... John would always think of Ginny, making sure she was taken care of...I feel the heartache for my friend and her sons and Granddaughters...I personally will miss our telephone conversations when I called to reach Ginny and got John instead. He and my husband shared a birthday (Nov 18) and both were not handy around the house...or car. Ginny and I would always joke about that, but we knew what they lacked in that department, they made up for in other ways. I am sending a huge hug to all of the Astaritas, especially my friend Ginny. I'll always be here for you.