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John C. Sinko Jr.
1957 - 2014
John C. Sinko Jr.
1957 - 2014
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John Sinko Obituary
Born in Boston, the son of the late John C. and Irene J. (Godin) Sinko, he had resided in Fairhaven for 25 years. He was a graduate of New Bedford High School, class of 1974.
John had worked as the warehouse manager for the Shuster Corporation for over 10 years and previously worked at Aerovox for 23 years in shipping and receiving and inventory control.
An avid runner, John was a member of the New Bedford Track Club and ran many marathons including the Boston Marathon four times. He coached Fairhaven Little League and was a longtime umpire. John was a scout leader, an usher at St. Mary's Church, enjoyed cooking and had a love for all Boston sports teams. His dream was to hike the Appalachian Trail.
Surviving in addition to his loving wife Theresa are two sons, Jeffrey A. Sinko and Thomas J. Sinko of Fairhaven.
His Funeral will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 8:30am from the Waring-Sullivan Home of Memorial Tribute at Fairlawn, 180 Washington St., Fairhaven followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:30am in St. Mary's Church, Main St., Fairhaven. Visiting hours will be on Friday 4-8pm. Burial will be in River-side Cemetery.
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Eva Bisaillon
May 20, 2014
Terry and sons,
My heartfelt sympathies and prayers for your loss that no words could ever fill.
Always,
Eva
Michelle,Victoria, Kaiilee Peixoto
May 10, 2014
Terry I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Alan Medeiros
May 9, 2014
May 09, 2014
Sorry for the lost of john. I am lost for words. I played little league baseball with john and went to jr high school with him. I would always see him riding a bike or walking with Terry in fairhaven. John was a real down to earth guy . I hope to see you in paradise John,I'll get my baseball glove ready. With deepest .
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Ron Sylvain
May 9, 2014
In the early 1980's John and I were co-workers at Aerovox for 5 years, John in shipping and I in receiving. John was a very good worker and listener. In life, being intelligent and kind to others are the most important qualities a person can have, especially kindness, and John displayed both. I am truely sorry for your loss. Sincerely.
Donna Boutin
May 9, 2014
Terry & Sons, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Teddy LeBlanc
May 9, 2014
I am proud to say John was my friend ! I will think of him every time I see a ball game. I am truly sorry for your loss . the world lost a good man but heaven gained one.
With deepest condolences
Teddy LeBlanc
May 9, 2014
John was a man of dignity, courage, strength and most importantly humility. That's a rare combination. He left a lasting impression on many young ball players, as well as coaches. Congratulating a player on a great play, or just words of encouragement to a timid young player at the plate. John Sinko was simply the most decent human being I've ever been associated with. I'm certain your reward in Heaven will be great.
Tim Lopes, F.A.L.L. Board Member
Alan Johnson
May 9, 2014
"You can't make old friends" from one of his first, I miss him so much already.
Jenn Wynne Falk
May 9, 2014
Terry,
My heart is so sad for the loss of this very sweet man of yours, and my childhood schoolmate. He was such a great father and person. They don't come any nicer. I send a big hug from Bob and me.
Sue (Kimball)Messier
May 8, 2014
Terry, My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. God's comfort and peace be with you.
Clifford Read
May 8, 2014
Terry your in the prays of myself and the Mastery School at this time of your great loss.
Anne Cabral
May 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Terry and your family.
Peace,
Anne, Ceasar, Jonathan and Sarah Cabral, St. Petet and Paul school
Sandra Rosparka
May 8, 2014
My deepest condolences May God keep you strong through this difficult time..your ex paper lady and children Warren Kelly and Patrick Rosparka
James&Debra Murphy Sr
May 8, 2014
Our Condolences With The Family,His Wife And Two Sons,The Murphys
Jim Murphy
May 8, 2014
John Will Be Missed,I Only Knew Him As A Freind But He Was A Good Man My Prayers Are With His Family, And Condolences To His Wife Terry And To Both Of His Sons Thomas And Jeffery .
Jim Murphy
Steve Almeida
May 8, 2014
Dear Terry, Jeff, and Tom Please accept my heart felt sympathy's on the lost of your husband and father. I have had the honor and pleasure of umpiring with John for over ten years. John was one of those special guys that come along only so often and when you meet one it lasts a life time. John never had a bad thing to say about any one and if he had a problem with a coach or manager he would always say he can not be that bad because he's giving his time to teach and coach the kids. As the umpire assigner I can not bring myself to take John of my list. John keep up the good work my friend. We all will miss you dearly.
Jamie
May 8, 2014
As a close friend of John's sons Tom and Jeff, I'm honored to be a witness of John's inspiring soul. Knowing his family, intellectual, genuine, and beyond kind, is a testiment to the blessing John provided as a father and husband. During his "battle" with illness he truely amazed and baffled myself and the medical field. He is a hero of mine, exemplified by his strength. He literally looked better than me during his entire treatment, and exercised vastly more than I could. You could have thought he was fooling us all and was never sick. Considering his sons wonderfully wild sense of humor, it would not of phased me if it was his practical joke. Who works full time while riding your bike to chemotherapy. A dam superstar. A beautiful soul, beyond blessed to have been influenced by John. Thank you Mr. Sinko, we love you forever and always.
Matt Daniels
May 8, 2014
John was my boss at Shuster but he was so much more than that. I was a 19 year old kid who didn't know much about anything and John taught me a lot of life lessons that still ring true today, at 31 years old. He was like a second dad to me and I'll always remember how great of a guy he was.
Don Cuddy
May 8, 2014
It's many a mile I ran alongside John Sinko and it was my privilege to know him. During those long runs we shared much more than the road. I remember especially the frigid ten milers we endured Sunday mornings from Buttonwood Park, training through the winter for Boston. Friendships forged like that run deep and endure forever.
I offer my condolences here to his family. May you all find some comfort in the knowledge that John was loved and respected far beyond your imagining.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Ashlee Brienzo Lentini
May 8, 2014
Jeff, I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing. He was a good man and he and your mom were among my favorite customers when I worked at Stop & Shop. Much love and peace to you, your mother, Tom, and the rest of your family during this time and remember, the ones we love never really leave us.
Andrea Andre
May 8, 2014
Fairhaven baseball has lost a great umpire and important figure. Mr. Sinko was always willing to teach a player or congratulate them on an amazing play or job well done. He had a profound influence on both our sons' lives and we will all miss his smiling face.
The Andre Family
Jeff & Nancy Antil
May 8, 2014
Terry, Jeff & Tom, we send our love, prayers, thougts & sympathy to all of you . John was such a special man who was always so kind & sweet. He will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace. God Bless
John, Cindy & Quintin Marcelino
May 8, 2014
Dear Terry, Jeff, and Tommy,
We are so sorry and sadden to hear that John has died. The memories that we have of John are many and great. He leaves a wonderful family and so many friends and his death will be felt by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. John always knew how to bring out the best in everyone and he always cared and loved his family and friends to the fullest. As the boys grew up together John was always there to lend a hand and always kept a watchful eye to assure that they where safe and happy. As time passed and our paths grew apart John always was happy and excited when he saw those whom he had not seen in a long time. He is a remarkable man who will be deeply missed by his family and also by all those who's lives he has touched. May the memories that you and the boys have help ease the pain and sorrow of his death. May the love and support from those who.knew and loved John be your support and comfort during this sorrowful. If there is anything that we can do please let us know. You and the boys will be in our thoughts and prayers.
With all our love and compassion,
John, Cindy and Quintin Marcelino
Desiree Pinto
May 8, 2014
Dear Mrs. Sinko,
I had the pleasure to work with John for a short time at Schuster in 2012. He was such a kind man and so nice to me even though I was just a temp. I remember him fondly and was so sad to see that he had passed. The world lost a great man. He will be greatly missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 8, 2014
Dear Terry, Jeff and Tommy,
You all know how much John meant to me...he was much more than a neighbor he was like a son whom I came to love. I am deeply saddened as I have lost such a dear one so close to my heart. Please know that I am here to help in anyway I can as you are such a part of my family. Please accept my deepest sympathies. I know he is in God's loving care.
God's Blessings and Love, Mrs. Gracie
Marilyn Bizarro
May 8, 2014
Terry my deepest sympathy to you and the boys he was a wonderful person . I will miss seeing him in the backyard. and seeing him take his morning runs. He will be truly missed. Love Marilyn
Tracie Rheaume
May 8, 2014
Terry,
We love John! He was so kind to my boys, Caden loved him! Even Dexter loved him! He will be greatly missed! We are so sad! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Jeff and Tom.
Tracie and Ed Rheaume
Donald Dayton
May 8, 2014
John was a good friend and running companion. He will be missed by all of us in the running community. My thoughts and prayers go out to John's family.
Donald Dayton
Kelli Spinney
May 7, 2014
Rest In Peace Mr.Sinko
Kelli Spinney
May 7, 2014
Tom, Jeff & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. I remember your Dad always being involved in sports when you & my brothers were younger. He was so full of life, always happy & could always make people smile. Heaven definitely gained a beautiful Angel today. Our thoughts, love & prayers are with you & your family during this sad time. All our Love, The Spinney Family xoxo
Steve Paiva
May 7, 2014
To the entire Sinko family and John's many friends my deepest sympathy. I had the great pleasure to umpire many games with John and relished in his recounting of his vacations and experiences running. He was a fun guy to be around, a class act and his presence on this earth will be missed. John is safe now in The Lord's hands free from pain and torment. It is said that umpire's heaven is where you get to work third base every game, so no more plate games for you my friend!!--RIP .
Janet Rusinoski
May 7, 2014
I've known your family for a long time and John will be dearly missed, one of the nicest people that I've ever known, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Donnelly
May 7, 2014
Terry,Jeff and Tom. Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of such a wonderful person. I will always remember him welcoming me to the neighborhood, and years later welcoming me to the Shuster Corporation. He was a great friend, and I will miss him dearly. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult days ahead.
Tilly Leconte
May 7, 2014
Tommy & Family ~
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts & Prayers to the family during this difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Tilly & Family
Raymond Cabral
May 7, 2014
Worked with John for many years at Aerovox . One of the most upstanding people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Rest in peace my friend
May 7, 2014
Terry,Jeff,and Tommy..You are in my prayers. Until you meet again...May God Hold You in The Palm Of His Hand. Love, Tricia Rego
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