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John Benedict Parmigiani, age 61, of Mechanicsburg, died on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. John was born on Saturday, June 20, 1964, in Monterey, CA to the late William Roger Parmigiani and June Margaret (Lamb) Parmigiani. In addition to his parents, John is preceded in death by sister: Jane Parmigiani.
John’s survivors include his three children: Kristina “Krissy” Parmigiani of Carthage, NY, Nicholas “Nick” Parmigiani of Evans Mills, NY, Jessica Elizabeth Parmigiani of Carthage, NY; and his two grandchildren: Brodie Haines and Jason Benware.
John graduated from Verona High School as part of the class of 1982. He proudly served and retired from the Infantry of the United States Army. John was a proud Italian, and loved to cook delicious food. He enjoyed the finer things in life, and spent his time travelling, playing golf and attending wine tastings. John will be dearly missed by those who were fortunate enough to have known him.
John’s family will be remembering his life privately. Interment will be at the family’s convenience.
John’s family has entrusted his care to Buhrig Funeral & Cremation in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421. View his memorial photograph, offer condolences and sympathy, share stories and memories, upload photographs and videos, light a candle and sign his official guest book by visiting Buhrig.com.
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