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John Anthony, 68, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at his home in Springfield, VT. He was born April 30, 1945 in Brooklyn, New York the son of Michael and Lucy (Tempera) Fortu-nato. He attended schools in Brooklyn and graduated from John Jay High School and later graduated from the I.B.M. School for Technicians.
He was married to Cathi Dunderman Stalter in 1966, and later married Marianne Marolda on March 13, 1999 in River Edge, NJ.
He was a Drummer for the Manhattans, and even received a drum lesson from Gene Krupa. John worked for the Port Authority as a runway flagger in his younger years. He was later employed by the town of Englewood Cliffs, Thomas J. Lipton, Electrolux Corp., and finally retired to Vermont in 2002.
John was a volunteer Fire Fighter for the Town of Englewood Cliffs, NJ for ten years, serving as Chief from 1973 to 1975. He also volunteered with the Holy Trinity Youth Group. He was a NY Mets fan and enjoyed ribbing his friends and family.
He is survived by his wife and best friend Marianne; son, Steven Fortunato (Lisa), of Fort Lee, NJ; daughter, Dianne Fortunato Braatz, of Stamford, CT; three step-sons: William Marolda of Pompton Plains, NJ, Mark Marolda (Jennifer) of Hawthorne, NJ and Jim Marolda (Hana) of Wayne, NJ; two grandsons, seven grand-daughters; foster brother, Victor Lopez of Staten Island, NY; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents, a brother, Peter Fortunato, and a foster sister, Marilyn Lopez.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 1:00PM on Friday November 22, 2013 at St. Mary's Catholic Church on in Springfield, VT followed by a Celebration of Life reception from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at the United Methodist Church on Valley St. in Springfield, VT.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in John's name to the Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice of Vermont & N.H. P.O. Box 976 White River Jct., VT. 05001.
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for John Fortunato
Raymond Lopez
August 31, 2014
I remember Johnny for his sense of humor. To all who loved and miss Johnny my hart felt condolences.
john obertlik
December 2, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. I'm sending you a hug from afar.
November 23, 2013
Hello Maryann I feel so bad that John had to go through so much pain in his life.Life does that throws curve balls at us. Remember he is with God now on a new adventure. Stay strong. Carole
Theresa Witte
November 22, 2013
Please accept our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Mr. Fortunato will always be remembered for his years of dedicated service to our community and the Fire Department.
November 19, 2013
John was a great customer of mine and was always kind and cheerful. John will be missed by many.
My thoughts are with his family.
David Wunsch
November 18, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss Stephen and Diane your father was like a father to me after my Dad passed away. I will always cherish the sleepovers and watching the all star game with your family. He was a kind man, coach in little league and a good person. Please accept my condolences.
Patricia Chmiel
November 18, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
November 18, 2013
John and his family were always so lovely to provide care for within the hospital. The loss will be shared by those who knew him. With sympathy, Sheila W, RN
Dianne Fortunato Braatz
November 18, 2013
Thanks, Mike. Englewood Cliffs holds a lot of memories for the Fortunato Family.
Dianne Fortunato Braatz
November 18, 2013
Thank you, Mike. Englewood Cliffs holds a lot of great memories for all of us.
Michael Cioffi
November 18, 2013
I want to express my condolences to the entire family during this difficult time.
John and I were friends for many years and shared some very special memories.
On behalf of the Englewood Cliffs Fire Department, we extend our deepest sympathy.
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