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1946
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2018
Johnny Gullia Obituary
Johnny G. Gullia died November 28, 2018 in Big Pine Key, Fla. Born in Akron in 1946, he grew up in Cuyahoga Falls.
He was a Vietnam Veteran, serving two years with the 101st Airborne and was awarded the Bronze Star and two Purple Hearts.
He was preceded in death by parents, John Victor and Catherine (Mandala) Gullia.
Johnny was artistic and a great storyteller with a fine sense of humor. His 40 year career as a master pipefitter included large construction projects, ie., Twin Towers and Disney World. After retiring, he lived in the Keys.
He leaves his wife, Donna; sons, John Paul Rader (Lisa), Gabriel (Emily); daughters, Lisa Beck, Sarah Back (Mike), Jacqueline Rovisky (Bobby), Victoria Canter (Doug); step sons, Sean and Jason Adams; 13 grandchildren, one great grandchild; seven siblings: Amy DeGregorio (Joe), Victoria Staiger (Walter), Denice Giusti (Paul), Catherine Gullia, Gabe Gullia, Annie Boutin (Charlie), Maureen Gullia and 14 nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Shriner's Hospital or Disabled American Veterans in his name.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Rick Pribanic
February 9, 2021
Johhny G,
I just found out today you passed away a couple years back. I tried to locate you through the years but never could. You were my side kick and made my life so much better at Tradesman. Thanks for the good times Johnny G in San Diego (especially Tijuana..Ha!) and in New Orleans. You had a way of always making me laugh. Your stories I cherish and still repeat to this day. You were a kid at heart and made us all feel better. Thanks Johnny G...... Rest in peace my brother.
Annie Gullia Boutin
December 16, 2018
In loving memory, Rest In Peace. When you left you a little part of our heart went with you.
Denice Giusti
December 14, 2018
I just want to say how deeply missed you are. Your spirit will live on in my ❤ . We are still trying to process the reality that you are not going to be there physically.I hope you can see us. We are still trying to make plans for your Mass and Memorial. It is TBA! Until then RIP JGG! Keep us in your prayers ❤❤❤
You and oooooom Bleep
Denice Gullia Giusti
December 7, 2018
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Denice Gullia Giusti
December 7, 2018
US two weeks ago
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December 7, 2018
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December 7, 2018
Sarah talking on FT last week
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Paul Giusti
December 6, 2018
I have lost my brother-in-law and friend for over 50 years. He was one of a kind -- our times together were always happy ones, and whenever he showed up to a party or an event, he would make people laugh. He had a big and loving heart, and I will always think of him that way. He was also a talented and creative, artistic person, something that seemed to run in the Gullia family. His life was colorful and he was able to share his experiences in the great stories he would tell us. I'm just sorry no one wrote them down. I worked with him on a construction project, "Corpus Christi Petrochemical Plant" back in the late 70's, where he got me a job with Brown & Root. He was so good at what he did, that he fast tracked from Pipe fitter to General Foreman for the Quality Assurance group in a matter of about a month, and his employees all loved and respected him as did the management team. He had just the right formula of serious skills, knowledge and humor to keep everyone happy.
Denice Gullia Giusti
December 6, 2018
My brother, my hero, and my friend ❤! I miss you and all the fun times we had. I was honored to be able to help you whenever possible. You helped me/us more than you will ever know, too. I only wish I could have done more especially at the end. I treasure my memories both old and new. Mostly inspired by your faith, humility and humor through it all. I witnessed the miracle of your house still standing after hurricane Irma and was Blessed and honored to have a safe refuge for you to stay and a son so blessed with love for you that he took the responsibility of keeping you and your family safe. Now you are safe in the hands of Our one true God who has prepared a place for you with His Immaculate Mother. His love is as deep as the wounds in His hands, feet and heart. So rejoice dear brother your ransom has been paid with the blood of Our savior. Rest in eternal peace till we meet again♥♥♥
Vic Staiger
December 6, 2018
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Our reach must be beyond our grasp or...Robert Browning what is heaven for?
Denice Gullia Giusti
December 6, 2018
My brother and my friend and my hero. I miss you and all the fun and funny times we had. I was honored to be able to help you whenever possible. You helped me so many ways too. I only wish I could have done more especially at the end. I will treasure my memories both old and new. I witnessed the miracle of your house still standing after Hurricane Irma and was honored to have a safe refuge for you to stay and a son who so lovingly blessed with love that he took the responsibility of keeping your family and especially you safe.
Now you are safe in the hands of the one true God and Our/His Immaculate Mother. His love is as deep as the wounds in His hands and feet and He paid a great ransom for your soul so rejoice and rest in eternal peace. Pray for US DEAR brother.❤
PS:And we ask the Risen Lord Jesus, who turns death into life, to change hatred into love, vengeance into forgiveness, and war into peace~~~Pope Francis
Annie Gullia Boutin
December 5, 2018
The angels have been preparing a place for you. Rest easy my brother. Watch over us. Until we meet again. Sending love and prayers up to you.
Victoria Staiger
December 5, 2018
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