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He was born July 20, 1941, in New London, Connecticut, the son of Antonino and Josephine (Leitkowski) Ficarra.
Jack was a longtime salesman in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Florida, and a veteran, having served in the United States Air Force.
He is survived by his daughter Paula (Eric) Krapf of Geneva; granddaughter Ritabella; siblings Barbara (Stephen) Provenza of Pennsylvania, Antonino Jr. "Spike" (Mickey) of Connecticut; and Howard "Skip" (Edith) of North Carolina; and many beloved nieces, nephews, other dear relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Leonard and Larry, and his wife Helen who passed away in 2022.
Services for Jack will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network, 425 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, Illinois 60143, would be appreciated.
Arrangements handled by Malone Funeral Home in Geneva. For information call 630-232-8233 or visit www. malonefh.com.
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Gregory Tyc
November 18, 2025
God bless and hold Jack forever
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