John C. Infante

John Carmen Infante, 95, of Niles, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Shepherd of The Valley Howland.
He was born on June 16, 1930, in Niles, to the late Michael J. and Carmel Angeline (Cipriano) Infante.
John was a proud 1949 graduate of Niles McKinley High School. He dedicated himself to his work, holding positions as a die setter and press operator for Truscon in Youngstown and as a shipper for Stevens Metal Container in Niles. In addition to his primary jobs, he worked part-time at Lincoln Homes and even one summer at the Howland Drive In Theatre to ensure his family could enjoy a vacation-a testament to his commitment as a provider.
A man of deep faith, John was a devoted member of Saint Pope John XXIII Parish-Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Niles. He was an active volunteer for the church festival and a member of the Catholic Men's Club. John also enjoyed bowling on The Tri-County League. In his free time, he loved family gatherings, gardening, traveling, and dancing.
John was preceded in death earlier in 2025 by his beloved wife of nearly 75 years, Esther Marie (Woodford) Infante, whom he married on October 28, 1950. He was also preceded in death by his parents, brothers Ralph A., Anthony, and Michael Infante, sisters Angeline Rounds and Mary Gallo, and daughters-in-law Barbara A. Infante and Deborah A. Infante.
He leaves behind a loving family, including his children: John P. (Cully) Infante of Maryland, Thomas A. Infante and Michael D. Infante both of Niles, Carmel Marie (Michael) Marzo of Cortland, and Faye Ann Infante of Maryland. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Darcy (Tim) Hall, Jill (Jeff) Newman, Melissa (Andrew) Bickerstaff, Michael R. Infante, Jeremy D. (Cinnamon) Rodgers, John Joseph Infante, and Sara A. Infante (Bo Marrie), as well as eighteen great-grandchildren.
The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Shepherd of The Valley Howland and St. Joseph's Warren Hospital for the excellent care provided to both Esther and John during the spring and summer of 2025
Friends may call on Monday, October 6, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles, where prayers will be conducted at 6:30 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at Saint Pope John XXIII Parish-Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Niles, with Fr. Leo Wehrlin officiating, preceded by a 9:30am prayer service at the funeral home.
Burial will take place at Niles City Cemetery.
Arrangements are being handled by The Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles.