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John Fiocchi Obituary
Lakeland, FL - John L. Fiocchi, age 100, passed away on April 26, 2019 at Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center in Lakeland, FL due to heart failure. He was born on July 23, 1918 in Vineland, NJ to Rosina and Adelfo Fiocchi. He resided in Vineland for 96 years and moved to Florida with his wife and son, Andrew in 2014. He grew up on a farm on Wheat Road in Vineland with 7 brothers and one sister. He was a faithful employee at Kerr Glass in Millville, NJ for 25 years. John was a kind hearted, benevolent and humble man, always willing to help those less fortunate. He was a talented musician who played the guitar, clarinet and harmonica. He attended Vineland schools. He served in the Army Air Corps, 319th Bombardment group, 440th Squadron in World War 2. He is survived by his son, Andrew of Lakeland, FL, son John (Christine) of Vineland, NJ, daughter Marlene Simpkins (Bill) of Bartow, FL, 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Fannie L. Fiocchi, his parents, Rosina and Adelfo Fiocchi, daughter-in-law, Angela Fiocchi, brothers, Dante, Julio, Vittorio, Anthony, Roy and Alfonso and sister, Celia. In lieu of flowers, John's family asks that you preserve his honor and his legacy by just being kind to one another as he was, his entire life. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Syd D'Angelo
May 9, 2019
Thinking of your Andy. Your Dad was an inspiration because he was so laid back and car free, no wonder he lived to be 100! He served our country and was so talented with that acoustic guitar.
Andrew Fiocchi
May 8, 2019
You were the greatest father a man could ever have! So sweet, loving, generous and selfless, always wanting to give! I loved you with all of my heart and much more than words can say! Tears will remain falling for a very long time to come, but those same memories that make me cry now, will be the very same ones that will one day make me smile! I didn't know how I was going to be able to say goodbye to you, but I'm sorry, I had no choice. I held your hand for a small time as you lay in the hospital and watched tv with you for 3 hours, just days before you died. I will love you forever, dad! See you someday on the other side!
1995
Andrew Fiocchi
May 8, 2019
Ernie M.
May 7, 2019
My sincere condolences to John`s family and friends.
I haven`t seen John in years, I do remember he was a man of integrity and treated you with respect with a smile. Rip in peace John.
May 4, 2019
I had you for almost 70 years! I'll miss your sweet face and your beautiful guitar playing most of all. I'll never forget your gentle spirit, Dad. Rest Peacefully, All my love, Marlene
May 3, 2019
Marlene, like you, I had my dad with me for more than 90 years ... I have good memories of those days; I hope yours are as comforting as mine. It's always hard to let go, but be comforted in the knowledge of how much love you and he shared.
May 2, 2019
My condolences, Marlene. Your family's wish for kindness is so needed.
Tom Castellini
May 2, 2019
Finally you are at Peace and I am happy for that. But I will never stop loving you and missing you.
Whidden-McLean Funeral Home - Bartow
May 2, 2019
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