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Born in Summit, NJ, his family moved to Randolph NJ. He was a graduate of Randolph High School. John was later enlisted in the US Air Force in 1966 where he served an honorable 4 year term. He enjoyed his Passions in life for cars and motorcycles. He also enjoyed a love for science and informational technology. John is survived by his two sons, John Jr, and his wife, and Steven, His two grandchildren. His four brothers, Ronnie, Bobby, Kenny, and Jim as well as his nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, John and Florence Latella and his brother Barry Latella.
The visitation will be held on Sunday December 17, 2023 from 4-8pm and the funeral service will be held on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:00am at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com
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Robert Latella
December 18, 2023
Robert Latella
December 18, 2023
Robert Latella
December 18, 2023
John, You were a great brother. You never had a bad word to say about anyone. Your love for electronics, and mechanics impacted all of us. I remember as a kid searching Newark airport for you with dad, and we even had you paged. We could not find you, you were deep in a conversation with someone you were seated by and then you recoginized Dad. You were so skinny from the Steve Reeves you left as. You returned with great electronics which transformed some of us into hi fidelity crazy's. I always loved watching movies at your place as well as having you to mine. We always tried to impress each other with our sound systems. I remember riding in your old 52 ford in Randolf/Mt Freedom and you said "Whoa Chestnut Gray". You taught me at an early age to always have a way out if you might get into a accident. I loved when you sold me my 63 1/2 ford galaxy with the 406 and 3 two barrels on it. Oh if only I had the smarts that I have now for cars. We towed your race car the 64 Galaxie to Island Dragway with my car. Once there you put on the slicks. We loved to watch you race. I remember racing your Green 66 Corvette with my 68 Mustang, which had a 390 in it. I couldn't get traction the first time, and the second time I came off the light at a idle and was right with you and missed 3rd gear and you were gone. I remember going to see Blackfoot at the Aunt Kates bar in Netcong, NJ, my ears probably rang for a day. We also saw Yanni at PNC arts center in Homedal, NJ, I believe we took Dad too. Lots of time talking electronics and you tried to get me to understand the theories but for me it was like my brain just put up a barrier saying we ain't letting all that in. Sharon loved that 66 vette and said it was the fastest car she rode in, that was until you got that 2008 with the 427. Your love for society as you kept working to keep people's computer networks up and running, was a tribute to the kind of man you were. You will be missed, just wish the good Lord would have given you 15 more good years at least. I know your in a better place, out of pain, and in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. R.I.P. John,
Robert and Sharon Latella
Robert J. Miklas, AT2AC, USN, 1963-1967.
December 17, 2023
You have made your final flight into the wild blue yonder´s. You are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Have a smooth flight. A Navy Vietnam Veteran.
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