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Ronald posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Miss Your Smile PaPa!! Such an Incredibly Great Man. Love You Forever!
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Gina foster lit a candle
Monday, August 16, 2021
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Dad happy 80th Birthday we love and miss you soooooo much.
Gina. Xoxo
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gina posted a condolence
Thursday, June 10, 2021
An Amazing man!!
Let me tell you about one amazing man that I had the honor to know my entire life.
This man loved his bride like I've never seen before. He loved her from the time he was 17 and she 16 years old. This love he had for her he also showed his kids. Through that love he had for all of us he also showed us how to love with our whole hearts. To give our very best in every relationship we have.
This amazing man through his hard work and selflessness towards whatever work he did. whether he was working side jobs, selling candy leftover at the store each holiday, fixing cars or selling christmas trees from the house. Sometimes he'd work out of town or out of state for weeks at a time. He never once complained about what he had to do to take care of his wife and kids.
He taught us the meaning of working and supporting our own family's and to never give up.
This amazing man, though he worked the way he did he always had time to spend with his wife on countless dates and his kids.
We went on many outings, anywhere from a quick trip up the mountains, fishing at Roosevelt, Patagonia or Parker canyon lakes. Many of those fishing trips he never got to fish himself because he was helping his six kids. He also made it to as many sporting events as he could.
This amazing man also taught us how to take care of our own cars, to change the oil, a tire and some of us even helped change a engine. What else did he teach us? I'll tell you
He taught how to maintain our own houses.
He was able to read blue prints to build a house from the ground up. From the plumbing to the roof to all the furniture that goes in it.
This amazing man would also go to Rocky point Mexico with his church to build homes for the families there.
This amazing man did all of this for his family all on an eighth grade education. He rose to the challenge of raising his six kids and teaching them all they need to know to move on in life without him.
It was all done out of the pure love and dedication to his wife and kids.
I don't know anyone who can ever be the man he was and love the way he loved us.
Who is this amazing man I talk about:
He is known as John, Dad, Papa John and Great Papa John.
John Passananti III: We are so blessed to have called you dad. We will love and miss you and your smile always.
Love you dad
John IV
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John Passananti IV posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
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John Passananti IV posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
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Gina foster posted a condolence
Monday, February 8, 2021
Dad
I must say that I am one lucky girl to have you as my dad . See you do what you need to do to take care of us just amazing. Always being there when we need you. I will never forget the time you and mom came to watch me run at a track meet as I was running on the far side of the track I could here you yelling my name that felt so good to know you guys were there. Thank you for being the best dad ,papa, and grate grandpa you are our SUPERMAN.. I love you and miss you too.
Gina. Xoxo
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Monday, February 8, 2021
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Thursday, January 21, 2021
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Dear John:
This is your buddy Don from Monroe St., Chicago. We had a long friendship and lots of memories. These are my memories:
Our love for model trains. Your Dad, being a great carpenter built you a large platform for your Lionel train layout. We spent many hours enjoying each addition to your layout.
Of course, we also loved cars. Each September when the new models came out we would walk down Madison Street and visit each dealership. Our favorite was the Chevy dealership because when we walked in we heard the recording of Dinah Shore singing (see the USA in your Chevrolet). I was also impressed by one of your Uncle's new 1958 Buick Roadmaster and your Dad's 1957 pink Lincoln. I remember the trip we took to your Aunt Marge's farm in Wisconsin in that beautiful car.
I remember your Dad buying a load of Christmas trees each year and we would sell them on Kilborn Ave. beside your house.
Yes, you left me with wonderful memories that I will forever cherish. Healing comes in many forms. Rest in Peace my friend.
Blessings,
Don
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John Passananti posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
Butch-I don’t know how you ever got that nick name but i remember when we all lived on Monroe St in the same appt building that Grandpa and Grandma owned “ it was what everyone called you “ I also always got a kick out of calling you on the phone; Hello is this John Passananti , yes who’s calling? John Passananti is calling, no this is John Passananti, no I’m John Passananti and we would laugh together.
I also remember when you moved to AZ and how concerned i was for you and Carol. The questions that went through my head were, what are your going to do, you don’t know anyone, how are you going to make a living? Little did i know how resilient you and Carol were and what great courage you had.
I’m sad to see you go but i find peace in knowing you have my best friend my dad ( uncle Bud ) welcoming you along with your dad, mom and brothers. My dad loved everyone but always had a special spot in his heart for you. It sure is easy to see why now. You live a great life and your family is caring and loving and you will always be in their memories..
RIP Butch!
John Passananti
Uncle Bud and aunt Marge’s son
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Papa, I couldn't decide what one of these pictures was my favorite but I picked them both as they're so representative of you. Almost every single picture of the two of us together you're kissing me or I'm kissing you. Thanks for being such a great example of what it is to love whole heartedly. You greeted everyone around you with a smile and had nothing but love to give your wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. I'm grateful for the 30 years I got to have you in my life, that Izzy and JD got to have you in their lives for 12 and 10 years.
I love each and every memory I have of you. One of my very favorite? (I'm hoping Sharon may have a picture or two of it for me,) was the smile on your face when I gave you the Superman blanket I made for you. I thought about making you a train one or one with a cool old car on it, but what it really came down to, you were and still are a real life Superman.
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Friday, January 8, 2021
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I love you Papa. Next time I see you were going to the biggest car show possible and going to eat circus peanuts and ice cream all night. We’re finally going to win the raffle and drive home in a sick car.
Thank you for being such a huge role model for me and loving me more than I could ask for. Thank you for always telling me that girls with arm hair are beautiful. Thank you for helping me with countless school projects. Thank you for nicknaming me “Precious” even though I hated it when I was a kid. Thank you for making me fall over laughing 24/7. Thank you for teaching me so much about life.
You and Gramma are the best grandparents I could imagine. We will always be together. I’ll see you again soon. Make sure your pocket knife is handy because I’ll probably get some splinters climbing up there.
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Friday, January 8, 2021
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Papa
I wish I could give you one more hug, or go to Dairy Queen one more time with Madeleine and Dana and Gramma. I wish I could go back to the day that we had just got our ice cream and we were headed back to the house in JD Ranch. You had your ice cream in one hand and the steering wheel in the other. Dana, Madeleine and I were sitting in the back singing songs. All the sudden, Gramma says “John! I can’t get my seat belt on can you help me?!” You put your ice cream in your other hand and still continued to steer somehow while your entire body reached over to buckle Gramma in. We were swerving all over until you yanked the seat belt and tried clicking it in. But, little did you know it was wrapped right across Gramma’s neck! She yelled “YOU’RE CHOKIN ME JOHN!!!” And everybody started cracking up. After that, everytime we would get ice cream we’d remind you of that. And of course, as soon as we got home, you’d ask us to “trade” after you ate all yours.
I’m so glad that you were able to meet Jaycee. I wish he was a little older so he could remember but I know he’ll cherish the pictures we took. I miss your laugh, your jokes, and pulling your hair behind the couch until you grabbed me and tickled me.
Please keep watching over us, especially Gramma. She misses you so much but she’s so happy that you’re at peace. I can’t wait until Jaycee can play with the train you gave him a couple months ago.
I love you so much, Papa.
Love, your favorite (Gracie)
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Friday, January 8, 2021
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John,
Let me start by saying how much you mean to Wayne and I. I always said I knew you longer than I knew my own parents, sounds strange I know, but, it’s true
We had so many good memories hanging out with you and Carole,assorted kids, Grandkids and Great Grandkids. We especially enjoyed the way your face would light up when the little ones were around. You were truly born to be a Dad to many and a Papa to many, many more.
You worked so hard to take good care of Carole and the kids, all without complaint. Absolutely amazing.
As we got older, we were able to see more of each other, those are wonderful memories Wayne and I will always cherish.
Not sure what the future holds for our Wednesday night dinners, hopefully we can resume them and share our funny memories of you and each other.
Every time I hear the train whistle blow out here in Vail, I think fondly of you and say “Hi John” and I know you can hear me!!
Anyhow, we will lookout for Carole and Bell, and stay in touch with your kids,Grandkids and Great Grandkids.Still can’t believe you had two GreatGrand son’s born on your birthday!! That is truly special!
Oh, please keep an eye on our brother Jim, and keep a watchful eye on all of us too. You guys will always be Loved and Remembered,there will always be a John or Jim story to be told!!
Carole,your “kids” and all of your extended family have done a wonderful job taking care of things, you would be very proud!!
Love, Wayne and Maureen
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Friday, January 8, 2021
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-A letter, dedicated to John Passananti III, who lived from 8/16/41-12/15/20-
Papa,
A void is created in the space around me upon the utterance of such sorrowful words - the world now cold and silent as the tragedy seeps in.
The void is soon filled with the sounds of piano music and the soft scratch of pen across paper - scratched out words build fortresses around the ones deemed worthy of keeping as I reflect on those sacred memories.
And it is impossible - the languages of men cannot consecrate a legacy so well founded...so...please be satisfied with this feeble attempt.
I walk in a private world created by the memories which now dance in my vision, each so ingrained into my being that it is folly trying to remember which came first.
In a far away land, half forgotten, I see a young boy peering over a table - eyes filled with glee as you run trains around the model city you've built...and then, you show off the locomotive that actually smokes. I am beside myself.
Elsewhere, you are sitting in your recliner with your "I'm the BOSS" hat (as if any of us needed reminding), your grandchildren gathered 'round as you tell the story of the tree-legged dog.
And at night, before going to sleep, I put on a brave face as you tell the story of Johnny Liver -- but the rest of the night I keep watch between the blinds just incase Johnny shows up.
I could relay so many other memories. I could tell of a fishing trip you took me on as a child - where we got up before dawn and you became frustrated that I wasn't patient enough to wait for the bobber to sink below the water. I'll let you in on a secret: I'm still not patient - and I switched to lures.
But instead of wasting your time - I know you have an appointment with St. Peter - I'll tell you the most profound experience you gifted me.
Way back when Grandma McGrady passed...I stood at the back, not wanting to view the body. I probably wasn't old enough to understand, but you told me she was in a better place. I protested, how could you know that where she was was a better place?
Patiently you explained what faith was and gave an account of heaven that a child could understand and accept on some level.
As I pause between these memories, I read my clock - it is just past one in the morning and I consider rewriting this letter so that I can present my feelings in a more refined way. I decide against it, because, right now I am not in a place of refinement, but of raw emotion.
There is much more I want to say and cannot find the words...but I do know this: even though it is said that God created the world in 7 days, heaven was never complete without you in it.
-J.P. V
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Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Papa- This is one of my favorite pictures of the two of us. I love and miss you so much. Thank you for being such a great example of what love is...not only by loving gram the way you did but the way you loved each and every one of us. Thankful for every memory I have. Thankful for you being there for my wedding and for all of my boys. We love you so much and miss you more than I can say. Ps...next time I see you again I'll finally be able to cut your hair right since I'll have my comb. ;)
Love you always.
Crystal, Tom, Tommy, Andrew and Kaidan
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Terri Marshall posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Our prayers go out to the entire Passantani family. I have been friends with Rose for over 35 years. I spent a lot of time watching John show off his model trains both in the house by Palo Verde HS and the house out in Vail. John had purchased my dad's F150 truck and electric scooter. He also had his eye on my mom's red Lincoln. John told my mom that if she ever was going to sell the car, that she had to sell it to him. John has had an impact on so many people. John you will be missed, but your stories and the memories that we have will never leave us. Rest in Peace.
Terri Marshall and Staci Miller
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