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John A. Caputo, 79, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. A lifelong resident of Toledo, John was born on January 27, 1937, to Angelo J. and Dorothy (Kern) Caputo and graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1955. He retired as a machinist with Toledo Scale and then for over 40 years, owned and operated Sports Line, Inc. in East Toledo. Being an avid hockey fan, John founded TOYHA. He loved all sports and coached Peewee baseball and was a fan of the Cleveland Indians and the Cleveland Browns. He owned many horses and harness raced at Toledo Raceway Park.
John is survived by his son, Randy (Nadine) Caputo; daughter, Donna (Rick) Collins; grandchildren, Rachael, Ryan, Chad, Dustin, Christopher and Jake; six great-grandchildren with one on the way; one great-great-granddaughter, and brother, Robert (Cecelia) Caputo. He was preceded in death by his father, Angelo; mother, Dorothy Austin, and son, Gary Caputo.
A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at the Freck Funeral Chapel from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. where services will begin at 1 p.m. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made directly to the family.
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As published in The Blade
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December 5, 2016
My son and I were in John's store on the Eastside many years ago to get my brother his hockey gear. John asked if my son played hockey and I told him my husband had just passed away and we could not afford the expense and that my son could not skate! John said he could learn to skate and asked my son Tony if he would like to play, of course he said yes and your Dad gave him all the equipment to get started!!! Tony lettered at St. Francis High School several years later! What a generous man John was to all. Good memories to ease the pain of your loss!
Tom and Colleen Lopez
December 4, 2016
I was one of those kids that John encouraged to learn and play hockey. He also recruited my father, who knew nothing of the sport, to become part of the team. He was a good neighbor, friend and a great asset to our community. Thank you, John. Our condolences to his family, Tom and Colleen Lopez
C.J. Honan
December 4, 2016
Sorry to hear about John. My dad, Charlie Heibeck, worked with John in Toyoa years ago. Didn't know John personally but dad spoke highly of John. Toyota was a great program. May God bring comfort to your family.
December 4, 2016
Sorry to hear about your Father, may he rest in peace! Jon & Kim Waltz. Fleming Island, Fl.
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Ken Steingraber
December 2, 2016
Randy and Donna,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Good memories of your father in the store and at the rink.
Patricia
December 2, 2016
My condolences to the Caputo family and friends.
December 1, 2016
God is faithful and he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. (1 Cor. 10:13)
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