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John Tomello Obituary
NORTH BENTON -- John M. "Jay" Tomello, 64, died unexpectedly on April 8, 2016.
Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident, living in North Benton since 2004. Mr. Tomello had a very successful 40 year food service career, spending 30 years with the F.W. Albrecht Co. and retiring from Sysco Food Service in 2010.
An avid golfer, Jay was a board member of Sebring Country Club and member of St. Ann Parish in Sebring. Prior to moving to North Benton, he had been a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Stow.
He was happiest when surrounded by his loving family and friends, and provided many boat rides at the lake house that he built. Jay cherished the many Harley rides he had with his beloved wife. He was the glue that held his family together.
Preceded in death by parents, John and Betty Tomello and sister, Kathy Tomello; he is survived by his wife of 35 years, Melia; daughter, Dana Tomello; son, Michael Tomello; siblings, Bob, Dick (Priscilla), Jim, Don (Tammy) and Donna (Mike) Frashuer; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends are invited to Redmon Funeral Home for visitation Tuesday, 5 to 8 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial Wednesday, 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, Fr. Mike Ausperk celebrant. Burial Holy Cross Cemetery.
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Frederick Hartline Sr
April 5, 2025
I remember John from all the Year working food service and John was my contact with Acme
Wally Makuch
April 5, 2020
Remembering you today old friend.
The Guariniello's
April 18, 2016
Melia and family,
We were so very sorry to hear about Jay's passing. God Bless you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Darrell and Ann Guariniello
April 17, 2016
Mike, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sherry (from work)
Frank Micale
April 17, 2016
I'm sorry to hear about John, always had a blast riding our motor cycles.
fred Hartline
April 15, 2016
Sorry to Hear of John Passing he was a good friend Remember him from my Days at Perkins and Country Manors he was a my Salesman for Acme Remember him also for all the 29th Division reunions when he came with your Dad and Mom.
Dawn Kramer
April 15, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing. I worked with him through Copley schools, He was a wonderful person who could always make me smile. Even though we had a business relationship, I considered him to be a friend as anyone who met him would.
Cathy Herald
April 13, 2016
I am so sorry that I missed the calling hours. I read it wrong and had the wrong night! Please accept my sincere sympathy for your entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have many fond childhood memories playing with Jay at Misock's farm.
Diane Mariola Galati
April 12, 2016
Bob, Dick, Priscilla and family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your brother. I hope the memories you have of him will bring comfort to you in some hard days ahead. Be thankful for the time you had with him. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Patrick Hinman
April 12, 2016
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Patrick
Kim Carver Kintz
April 12, 2016
Praying for peace for the Tomello Family. I will always remember Jay as a kind and generous man.
Bob Huff
April 12, 2016
So sorry to hear of John's passing, I worked with him at Acme Food Service. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
seems like yesterday
Joe & Sue
April 12, 2016
seems like yesterday
Joe & Sue
April 12, 2016
Terence Vernon
April 12, 2016
John distinguished himself in the profession he chose. He was an innovator. He enjoyed the time with his accounts and fellow employees. He was a SHINING SOUL.
Pat Williams
April 12, 2016
I was very sadden to read of John's sudden passing. I worked with John years ago at Acme Food Service & always found John to be a kind & helpful friend who had a wonderful sense of humor. Condolences to the entire Tomello family.
Redmon Funeral Home Inc.
April 12, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Monday Golf Group
Doug Deas
April 11, 2016
Florida Golf Trip
Doug Deas
April 11, 2016
tom young
April 11, 2016
I'm so very sorry to hear of John's passing......i only knew him on a professional level since the late 1990s from a few different companies I worked at but I always enjoyed my time with him and considered him a friend unfortunately I've not seen him the past 5-7 years due to a career change but always thought of him and always thought highly of him my condolences to his family he was a great man God Bless!!!
Debbie Leon
April 11, 2016
Dear Donna and family,
I know there is nothing to say right now to help. It is such a shock. You have friends that love you. Anything you need just let me know. Okay...
Wally Makuch
April 11, 2016
John can't believe your gone.Truly one of the most genuine kind hearted people I have met, Your love of life and family, is how I will always remember you.Rest in peace my friend.Until we meet again.
Diane Jeff Sponsler
April 11, 2016
Sorry to hear about jay. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Brett Ankrom
April 11, 2016
John, very few people inspired me the way you always did. In the 29 years I knew you, you were always there for me professionally & personally. You are one of the difference makers in my life, I am much better for having known you. I am glad the last time we spoke I told you I love you..
Melia, Mike and Dana, my heart is so heavy for you all, I pray for your comfort. My love to you as well
Rodger Collins
April 11, 2016
Melia, Michael and Dana,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the entire Tomello family. We are very sorry for your loss.
I've always considered Jay one of my best friends. I was always touched by his enthusiasm and optimistic outlook on life. He is one of the most positive people I know and his approach to life and living inspired many, including me.
Please know that we are here for you if we can help in any way.
God Bless you,
Rodger and Renee' Collins
Remembering when
Joe & Sue Levay
April 11, 2016
The early gang/ July 1982
Joe & Sue Levay
April 11, 2016
The beginnings of the future family
Joe & Sue Levay
April 11, 2016
just remembering
Joe & Sue
April 11, 2016
Karen DeHaan
April 11, 2016
Melia
I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you.
1972
April Krason
April 11, 2016
nice family
Jim Tomello
April 11, 2016
Dave and Lin Krebs
April 11, 2016
Melia and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Jay will never leave your heart and all the memories of your love will always be with you to cherish. God be with you and your family.
COLEEN (Wilson) DIAZ
April 11, 2016
Jay was a funny guy at North. So sorry for your loss. My sympathy goes out to the family and friends
"Jay's" Friday night home
April 11, 2016
April 11, 2016
May our God of all comfort and peace be with your family during this time of sadness.
Linda Owens
April 11, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim, Linda, Chris and Amanda.
Delmont Kiser
April 11, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with the family in this time of need.
Sandy Abrams
April 11, 2016
So sorry for your loss we will miss him he always was so happy around me
Trudy Sager Egan
April 11, 2016
So sorry to hear of Jays passing. I had the pleasure of getting to know the entire Tomello family and it was a gift! You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Trudy
April 11, 2016
Dear Family & Friends,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I knew Jay in high school. As a group, we enjoyed many, many good times together.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
April (Williams) Krason
Connecticut
Sandra Randall
April 11, 2016
Sorry for your loss Mike. Prayers for you and your family.
Pat williams
April 11, 2016
So very sorry to hear of John's untimely passing. I worked with John at Acme Food Service and will always remember him as a kind and helpful guy with a great sense of humor. Condolences to the entire Tomello family.
Lee Crano
April 11, 2016
Tomello Family - So sorry for your loss.
David Ketelaar
April 11, 2016
Dick, Priscilla and Family, thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences for your loss.
Rose Lynch
April 11, 2016
Melia and family, I am so sorry for your loss John was a good man and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time and always. Rose
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