John Anthony Spadafora, Sr.
December 26, 1921 ~ April 3, 2013
John Anthony Spadafora, Sr., 91, passed away on April 3rd, 2013 at Wyngate Senior Living Community.
John was born on December 26, 1921 to Maria Theresa Biafore and Frank Spadafora in Dillonvale, OH. He was the 2nd youngest of 8 children and was preceded in death by his mother, father and 6 of his siblings, Anthony, Vince J., Samuel and Rose Spadafora, Mary Spadafora Dolfi and Angela Spadafora Ciotti Arlia. His younger brother, Frank and his wife Donna, currently reside in Englewood, FL.
John graduated Weir High School, Weirton, WV in 1939 and served in the Navy as 1st class Machinist Mate during World War II including the Battle of Normandy.
His career included owner-operator of Spadafora Insurance Agency as well as auto body mechanic and school bus driver. He retired after 35 years in the insurance business and was an avid bowler.
John is survived by his wife of 35 years, Anita Cooke Davis Spadafora and his 3 step-children, Jennifer Dankoski of CT, Tamra Vale Davis of Weirton and Chad Jeremy Davis of GA.
John was preceded in death by his former wife, Alma Sue (Pattillo) Spadafora and survived by their 3 children, Carolyn Sue (Spadafora) Cox and her husband Randall W. Cox of Mt. Dora, FL; John A. (Skip) Spadafora, Jr. and his wife Donna (Roberts) Spadafora and Deborah Eileen Spadafora of Weirton, WV. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.
Family will greet friends for visitation at the Weirton First Church of the Nazarene at 475 Colliers Way Saturday April 6th, 2013 between 2pm-4pm. Funeral services will follow immediately after at 4pm at the Church. Military Services will be conducted by the American Legion Honor Guard following the service.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at www.woundedwarriorproject.org/Donate.
Special thanks and blessings to the staff of Wyngate Senior Living Community for their dedication and compassion in providing his care.
Anita,John and family, So sorry about John’s Sr. passing. I enjoyed talking with him at Wyngate when my parents were there. You have my deepest sympathy.
Anita, Sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Sincere condolences to you and your family. Your friend, neighbor and high school classmate.
Anita,Carolyn,Skip,and Debbie We are so sorry to hear of Uncle John’s passing. You have our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences.
Skip I would like to express my sympathy at your dad’s passing I always admired your dad at his relaxed laid back way of doing buisness He did fine all his life and never succumbed to the pressures of daily problems . Again my deep sympathy Tony Larosa
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family as you say goodbye to your father. May The Lord bless all of you during this difficult time.
John Spadafora, a wonderful human being and a “great” friend, I have so many memories of a truly special man and will remember him forever! Thank you Johnny J. for sharing a little piece of your life with me!
Anita & family My love & sympathy at your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Anita and family, Our deepest sympathy to you. We loved John as a neighbor and friend. He was always so kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and we are sorry we can’t be there with you now. Love and miss you, Shirley, Bob, and Bernice
Skip, you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. I remember him well from growing up in the state line area. Nick
Anita, I am so sorry to see of your husband’s passing. My deepest sympathy to you and yours.
Cousins Carol Sue, Skip, and Debbie–I wish I could be with you today and pay tribute to Uncle John. “May the Angels take him into Paradise.” My love to the three of you as you share all your family memories. There are three Spadafora boys united in heaven this day — Sam, Jim and John. Look out Lord! My prayers are with you and him. God Bless.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Dear Anita and Family, So sorry to hear of John’s passing, we send our very deepest sympathy as you grieve. May God Bless, with prayers and friendship, Mike and Janice Petrovich
Anita, Carolyn, Skip & Debbie, I have no words to help with your loss. John is at peace. In his youth John spent summers in Dillonvale where his sister Mary and her family lived. He continued with frequent visits with his family during his life. He not only touched our lives but truly enriched us. He will be missed!! God Bless! John’s nephew, Sam Dolfi
Dear Carolyn and Family, So sorry over your dad’s passing. He was a wonderful man; friends of my parents and my school bus driver many years ago. Was always so kind. Sorry I wasn’t able to attend the memorial service. You were in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Anita and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Wishing you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Cindy Bernardi