Little John Nicholas "LJ/Catz" Cataloni

Little John Nicholas "LJ/Catz" Cataloni, 52, of Hermitage formally of Norton, MA passed away following a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, March 9, 2024, in UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. John was born on August 6, 1971, in Norwood, MA, a son of John N. and Ellen (Johnston) Cataloni. He was a 1989 graduate of Norton High School. He attended California University of PA, earning his bachelor's and master's degrees in sports medicine. While at Cal U, he was a member of the TKE Fraternity and met his wife, the former Christine Venetta, whom he married on September 9, 1995. For the last 23 years, John was employed as a medical sales representative for Karl Storz Endoscopy, a German-based surgical supply company. John was a faithful member of St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, Hermitage. He was a selfless man and an amazing "Girl Dad", and would literally, do anything for his daughters and wife. John loved to have fun and could bring a smile to anyone's face, no matter what the situation may be. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid New England sports fan. Additionally, he was extremely handy and could build and fix anything, including delicious meals. John was always up for an adventure taking his wife and daughters on countless RV trips. He catered to his "ladies" showing them grand times and always making them feel special. He is survived by his wife at home; three daughters, Gabriella Cataloni, Boston, MA, and Gianna and Grace Cataloni, both of Hermitage; his mother, Ellen Cataloni, Norton, MA; his mother-in-law, Violet Venetta; an uncle, John Johnston; an aunt, Sarah Johnston. Also surviving are a sister-in-law, Francine Fabian (Edward); a brother-in-law, Robert Venetta; four nephews and nieces, Matthew Fabian (Dina), Natasha Good (Josh), and Vincent and Gavin Venetta, great nieces, nephews, many very special cousins and his buddy, his dog Fenway. John was preceded in death by his father, John Cataloni, his father-in-law, Robert Venetta, three uncles, James, Jerome and Joseph Johnston, his maternal grandparents, Wilford and Helen Johnston and paternal grandparents, Ralph and Bronie Cataloni. The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, 65 South Keel Ridge Rd., Hermitage, PA 16148. Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday (03/14/2024) in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State St., Sharon, and from 11 a.m. until the time of the service Friday (03/15/2024) in St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, Hermitage. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.McGonigleFuneralHomeandCrematory.com Funeral service will be at noon, Friday, in the Church, with Rev. Vedran Grabic, officiating. Interment: Timothy Plains Cemetery, Norton, MA.