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John Dessino Obituary
John A. Dessino, 78, of Horsham, passed on November 25, 2020.
He is survived by his wife of over 50 years Winifred Dessino (nee McNerney), his children Kathy Dessino-Hocking, Patti Farrell (Ron), A.J. Dessino (Eileen), and Jessica Dessino, his sisters Jacque Dessino, and Andi Lyon, and his grandchildren Brittany, Riley, Brandon, Sam, Madison, Ashley, Simon, and Rachel.
He was preceded in death by his brother Alfred Dessino, and his sister Geraldine Dessino.
John was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He retired from Verizon with over 40 years. He volunteered with Manna on Main Street for 10 years. John would build and repair bicycles for family, his community, and for charity. He was an avid fisherman. He shared his love for his hobbies with his grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Mass on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 11am at St. Catherine of Siena RC Church, 321 Witmer Road, Horsham PA 19044. Viewing in church from 10am to 10:45am. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
To honor John's memory please share your love for hobbies with others.
Arrangements by John J. Bryers Funeral Home (www.bryersfh.com)
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D T
December 18, 2020
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. 2nd Thessalonians 2:16,17
Fred Vassallo / American Arms & Ammo
December 1, 2020
I knew John for 30 years. He would visit me often and we would swap stories and adventures. I will miss him tremendously.
carl and judy schwab
November 30, 2020
John and I started in the line gang together in 1966. great guy always got along. he will always be remembered. Judy and I wishour sympathy for you and the family.
James and Marylou MacMillan
November 29, 2020
I never met John, but am a good friend of Jim McNerny who has always spoken highly of him, My wife and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your family. I am sure he will be missed by all of you.
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