John Magazzu

John Magazzu obituary, Cambridge, MA

John Magazzu

John Magazzu Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brown & Hickey Funeral Home on Jun. 14, 2024.
John Magazzu, 55, of Belmont, passed away unexpectedly on June 3rd, 2024. Born September 8, 1968. John was a devoted father to Giovanni Forte Magazzu, and the beloved son of Lavinia (Arrigo) and the late Giuseppe Magazzu of Belmont. He is survived by his cherished siblings, Gayle Magazzu of Chestnut Hill and Marc Magazzu of Watertown, and was the adored uncle of Alexander and Julia Dolan. John also leaves behind many cousins who held a special place in his heart.
John was a Registered Pharmacist and teacher who found immense joy in his work. He loved his students dearly, imparting knowledge with passion and dedication. Beyond his professional life, John's heart overflowed with love for his dogs; Noopy, Rocky, and Lillie. They were not just pets but cherished companions, akin to his beloved son Giovanni. His relationship with God was also very important to him and faith was a big part of his life.
A man of diverse interests, John had both an artistic and book smart side to him. He found solace and satisfaction in hiking and weightlifting to keep fit. His simple pleasures included ice coffees and donuts from Donna's Donuts, indulging in pizza from Stromboli's and bird watching.
A Celebration of Life honoring John will be held at Grace Chapel, 59 Worthen Road in Lexington, on Tuesday, June 18th, at 1:30 PM. All relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Giovanni Magazzu Fund (details to follow). John's memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. His legacy of kindness, compassion and unwavering love for his beloved son will live forever.
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Paul Tedesco

July 3, 2024

John was a close friend and co-worker of mine. John was one of the kindest and best friends one could ever have! John would give you any help you needed; a true friend indeed! John and I would talk for hours about the gym and his joy, his son Gio! John will always be in my thoughts, love you my friend. Paul T.

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June 16, 2024

John and Gio coming next door to the Rizzutos for licorice!!

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June 15, 2024

The picture frame you gave me of us hiking followed me through school and still sits on my fridge today. You always made me laugh. I cherish the memories and smile. Between Grover, John fogelberg and your sweet signatures on all my cards growing up. As you would say "Oh, bless you child, you were always my favorite". You were always my favorite Koko.

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