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NILES — John B. Scarnecchia Jr., 92, of Niles, passed away Monday, Sept. 19, 2022, at St. Joseph Warren Hospital, surrounded by family.
He was born July 3, 1930, in Niles, the son of John B. Sr. and Angelica (Mary) DeChristofaro Scarnecchia.
John was a 1948 graduate of Niles McKinley High School, where he excelled in sports. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, where he continued his love of sports by running track while serving his country. John enjoyed gardening and watching sports, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren and attending their events.
John worked as a master electrician out of the IBEW Electrical Hall for many years. John was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Niles, where he volunteered at the church’s annual festival.
John is survived by his two daughters, Joanne (Ronald) Kennehan of Berlin Center and Lori (Michael) Proper of Niles; four grandchildren, Heather (Khaled) Kennehan, Eric (Heather) Kennehan, Colleen (Amanda) Kennehan and Joseph Proper (girlfriend, Gabby); as well as several nieces and nephews, who were dear to his heart.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Norma R. Creolino Scarnecchia, who he married on June 7, 1952; she passed Aug. 30, 2017; and two sisters, Gloria Gray and Phyllis Luhaney.
In honor of John’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or services.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Holloway-Williams Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 611 Robbins Ave., Niles, 330-652-2422.
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