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John L. Augustine
John passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 18, 2025. John was 83 years old. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen (nee Gocolinski). John will be sadly missed by his brother Paul Augustine, his aunt Rita Szybowski, niece Donna Gaffney and many other family, neighbors and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday December 27, 2025 beginning at 10am at St. John Cantius Chapel, 4410 Thompson Street, Phila., PA 19137. His funeral mass will follow at 11am. Interment Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Phila., PA.
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