John Anthony Fontana, 78, of Fort Pierce, FL died Thursday, October 29, 2009 at his home.
Mr. Fontana was born January 4, 1931 in New York City, NY and moved to Fort Pierce in 1990 from Jackson, NJ.
He served in the Marines during the Korean Conflict.
Prior to retirement he worked for Shop Rite Superama as a butcher in Lakewood, NJ for 38 years. He was a member of the Crossing Community Church in Fort Pierce. Mr. Fontana was also a member of the Lyons, the Moose and the Italian American Club in Jackson, NJ.
Mr. Fontana was an avid domino player and sportsman.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Lois Fontana of Fort Pierce; son John Fontana of Jackson, NJ; daughters Jodi Mycz of Beachwood, NJ, Laurie Fontana of Tom River, NJ; sister Rosalie Johnson of Sun City West; AZ; eleven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
He was predeceased by his daughter Karen OConnell and a brother Charles Fontana.
Services: A memorial service will be held 11 AM, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at the Crossing Community Church in Fort Pierce.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice Foundation c/o Treasure Coast Hospice, 1201 SE Indian Street, Stuart, FL 34997.