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John Gambino Obituary
DUPONT — John Louis Gambino, 85, of Dupont, passed away Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015, at Hospice Of The Sacred Heart, Dunmore. Born in Dupont Dec. 20, 1929, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary Gambino.
He attended Dupont schools and entered the U.S. Army Infantry Division and served during the Korean War. After serving in the military, he was employed at Independent Explosives, Pittston Township, for 45 years. He was a member of the VFW Post 4909, Dupont and the AMVETS Post 189, Dupont, serving as a member of the honor guard. He was a member of St. Joseph Marello Church, Pittston.
John was a loving father, grandfather and friend. He enjoyed sitting around the dinner table with loved ones. John also enjoyed meeting friends at the mall or at McDonald's for coffee. His vegetable garden was always his pride. His kindness and sense of humor will truly be missed.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Emma, who died April 8, 2008; his brother, Eddie Gambino; and sister, Rosemary Riccetti.
John is survived by daughters, Lynne Getz, Pittston, Kim Hesse and husband, Rich, Egg Harbor, New Jersey, Sandy Aston, Harveys Lake; grandchildren, Alyssa Getz and fiance, Jeff Bellas, Mountain Top, Kyle Getz, Pittston, Jonathan Aston, Harveys Lake; his brother, Bobby Gambino, Lititz, and companion, Helen Rebovich, Pittston.
The family wishes to give a special thanks to Kim Hart, RN. G.W.V. cardiology; Robin Fike and Roni Koval, Geisinger paramedics; Jennifer Mangan, RN; and Chrystal, N.A., for their compassionate care.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 14, in St. Joseph Marello Parish, William Street, Pittston. Friends may call 9 a.m. to service. Military honors will be provided.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mobile Paramedic Heart Failure Fund. Donate online at www.donate.geisinger.org
Arrangements are made by Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea.
Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.
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Mary & Helen Verobie, Diane & John Schaffer, Mike Michna, Denise & Ed Nolan
January 10, 2016
Dear Lynne, Kim and Sandy - We were sorry to read about your Dad's passing. We had very fond memories of your family. We enjoyed visiting and listening to him talk about his lovely daughters and their growing families. He always had a beautiful garden and we enjoyed his landscaping. We will miss him and his fun loving personality on our visits to PA from NJ. Our deepest sympathy.
Chuck Pannunzio
December 15, 2015
Bobby and gambino family, sorry for your loss, I remember your bros. well. many fun times with them at ELKO's and the hose hall.Johnny always tried to keep us on the straight and narrow road we traveled. God Bless all.
The Griffins
December 14, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of your father's and grandfather's death. Johnny was a great person. Nelson always spoke fondly about their work times together.
The Griffins
Donna, Brianne and John Derenick
December 14, 2015
Dear Lynne, Alyssa, Kyle, Kim, Sandy and Jonathon, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. May he rest in peace. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda
December 14, 2015
Sorry I couldn't be there for Uncle Johnny's service, but know that I'm thinking of all of you. Your father definitely made the world a brighter place.
Jude and Janelle Smith
December 13, 2015
Uncle Johnny always made every gathering brighter - a laugh that was contagious and a smile to match. He will be dearly missed by all of us who had the great fortune to know him. God Bless.
December 13, 2015
The Gambino Family, sorry for your loss, he will be missed by many. Alan & Carol
Jimmy Lello
December 13, 2015
Lynne, Kim and Sandy, I am sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was one of the first people to come and visit my Dad after my Mom passed away. He was a good man. My condolences to you and all of his family and friends.
Ann Redding Connell
December 12, 2015
Sympathy to Mr. Gambino's family. My Dad, Cork Redding worked with him and I remember my Dad speaking fondly of Mr. Gambino
Joan Mc Fadden
December 12, 2015
Dear Lynn and family,
Accept my condolences on your Dad`s passing May he Rest in Peace and Paradice
Maryanne (A.S. Powers) Stogoski
December 12, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a sweet man that ALWAYS had a smile on his face. Whenever he came into A.S. Powers he always made it a point to stop at the office and say hello. God gained another angel . Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace John.
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