Suddenly on Friday, February 15, 2013, an Army Veteran of WWII, John was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Beloved husband of the late Rose M. (nee Finore), loving father of Peggy (Frank) O'Donnell, Linda Fanelli, Beth Figel (Joe Libby). Cherished grandfather of Sean, Patrick, Christine, Jeffrey, Debbie, Tim, John, and Kirstyn; adoring great pop pop of 16. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 9 A.M., Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) followed by his Funeral Mass 11 A.M. St. Katherine of Siena Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.