"In 2001 a psychic told me to take the GGP job because I would meet ?Ron? there. She must have meant ?John?. John?s friendship was dependable for almost 2 decades no matter the miles between us. I love John and I miss him terribly. My sympathies to his family and friends who share in this heartbreaking loss."
In loving memory of
JOHN KENNEDY SPAGNOLO
February 20, 1965 - May 13, 2020
John K. Spagnolo, 55, of Richland and Marquette, passed away Wednesday May 13, 2020 at his residence in Marquette.
John was born on February 20, 1965 in Albion, Michigan, one of four children born to William and Sandra (Adams) Spagnolo. He was raised in Battle Creek.
John was formerly employed as Operations Manager at Lakeview Square Mall in Battle Creek and later went on to manage properties in Phoenix, Arizona.
While growing up he was active in hockey. He also held an interest in motocross, golf, skiing and grilling. He would even grill in the snow.
John is survived by two sons, Jacob of Battle Creek and Kaden of Arizona; his mother, Sandy and step-dad, Sid VanDyke of Richland, MI; grandchildren, Gabriela and Max VanGorder; one brother, Mark (Graciele) Spagnolo of Jacksonville, FL; two sisters, Mary (Vaughn) Spagnolo-Paul of Jacksonville, FL and Whitney Barbiere of Chicago, IL; also surviving are several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Spagnolo on May 13, 2019.
A private memorial service for family members will be held at Canale-Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred in John's memory to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
Canale-Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the Spagnolo family where memories may be shared at canalefuneral.com.
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"Rode dirt bikes together as kids around St Mary\'s lake. Great memories rest in peace John."
"I met John Spag at a party about 25 years ago and we\'ve been best of friends ever since. I\'ll always miss ya buddy. Your good friend Bobby G. I always called him Spag and he always called me Bobby G."
"I am so sorry to the Spagnolo family. As shocked as I am cannot compare to your pain and emotions you are faced with.I wish there were more words to help. God bless you all God bless his soul."
"Im so sorry for your loss. John and I were really close as teens. He and I were peas in a pod. We loved sunshine, water, the beach, cruising Bailey Park and having fun. Everyone loved John. This is how I will always remember him. Im so grateful we have been able to spend some time together in Michigan the past few years. My thoughts , prayers & deepest condolences. RIP- SPAG "
"We are very sorry for your loss. John was kind to our Son Nico. They had a special friendship. We never had the opportunity to meet him , but want to thank his family for his kindness to our Son. You are in our thoughts and prayers ??. May he Rest In Peace. Sincerely Tom and Melani DePetro"
"So sorry to hear about John,have many good memories of John dad Bill .R.I.P.?"