"Merry Christmas uncle John. Love you so much ????"
In loving memory of
John Marian Tubolino
September 11, 1955 - July 20, 2020
John Marian Tubolino, age 64, of Morgantown and formerly of New York, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 in Morgantown as a result of injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident.
John was born September 11, 1955 in Princeton, NJ, a son of the late Donald Robert Tubolino, Sr., and the late Joan (Kurachik) Tubolino.
John is survived by his four children, Anna Marie Mehm, John Tubolino, Katie Carpenter and her husband Justin, and Alex Tubolino; his five grandchildren, Jadyn and Aubree Carpenter, Evander Tubolino, Isabelle Rose Mehm and Wyatt Joseph Mehm; his four siblings, Don Tubolino, Jr., Kevin Tubolino, Lori Foy and her husband David and Mariano Tubolino; his nieces and nephews, Lisa, Jason, Jennifer, Lorinda Janelle, David, Paul and Trent; and his companion, Diana Trickett.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a niece, Tina.
John attended Morgantown High School where he wrestled and played on the football team, and ultimately graduated from Red Jacket High School in Shortsville, NY. His hobbies included gardening, fishing, deer hunting and riding motorcycles. He loved sports, and followed the Buffalo Bills and his "New York Football Giants."
John was the type of person that everyone wanted to be around. His smile was infectious, and his outlook on life was positive. He believed in greeting you with arms wide open, and bestowing upon everyone he met and knew an unmatched kindness and generosity.
Family and friends may gather to honor John's life and legacy at Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Ave., Westover / Morgantown, on Monday, July 27 from 1:00 - 3:00 and 6:00 until 7:45 PM, at which time a blessing service will be conducted by Father Walter Jagela. Following the visitation, John will be returned to New York, where he will be laid to rest in the West Hill Cemetery, Sherburne, NY.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation in honor of John's late friend Frank, whom he cared for tremendously..
Personal condolences and other symbolic gestures for the family may be left at www.smithfcc.com.
Tributes
"Merry Christmas uncle John. Love you so very much ???????"
"I enjoyed the pictures of John\'s life. Someone did a great job, Showing his love for his family and friends, his dogs, deer hunting , don\'t forget his motorcycle, and his love for life. John was a true friend to all who knew him. I\'m sure he is in heaven raising fun with his dear friend Frank. It was an honor to have known John and I\'m proud to call him a friend. RIP ? JOHN. "
"Johnny our neighborhood just is not the same with you gone. I miss seeing you walking house to house working in your garden but most of all that big smile. Rest in peace my friend. "
"Still hasn?t been a day go by without me missing u so much!! You were just a rare wonderful soul. I truly enjoyed every minute with you. Wish I could just get one more of those big hugs from you. I love you so very much."
"My deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you. John was a kind and loving friend of mine in high school at RJ. I will always remember his smile and laugh. He displayed a passion for life and a childlike wonder, even back then. I am sure that\'s what kept him young and caring and generous with all those around him. I was blessed to know him. Sincerely, Christine Palmeri"
"If God told me I will give you a loving brother full of empathy for others and a saint, but the caveat is you can only have him for 65 years - and God asked me do want him for 65 years then I will call him home, I would have told God \"that\'s a deal.\" God gave us you and called you home. Thanks for always being there brother. Love you., your oldest bro, Donny. "
"John was a friend and teammate . He could run fast, very fast. The RJC Football team had several plays designed where he could easily run by other players. We shared many days together with cousin Murray and our Manchester gang. May God Bless his soul."
"Sorry for the loss of your brother Steve, may God comfort you and your family."
"Johnny was one of the best, to quote Jon Burrows. Johnny cared for everyone. God bless all who loved him. He?ll be missed but let?s pray we meet again. God speed."
"To Johnny family and Diane. We thought the world of Johnny. He was so full of life and love. He talked about his children and how much he loved them. Then we all know when he fell in love with Diane. The whole world new. He was going to marry her someday. Johnny was wondering friend and neighbor. We will miss him dearly. Carl and Tammy Pase. "
"John was such a wonderful, caring person. Such a kind spirit with a heart of gold. My deepest condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. "
"Such a caring and giving individual. Uncle John had some of the best energy in a person I have ever seen. There was never a dull moment when you were around him, whether it was him making sure I ate my greens or just any conversation about sports we would have. I could go on for days about how great of a guy you were. You will be missed but not forgotten! ?Johnathan "
"Jon, you were always such a sweetie, had all the RJS Ladies loving you. I will always remember the year you spent at our house, you were my other brother!! Still hard to believe this happened, but like Nana Tubolino used to tell us ?When the Lord wants us we have to go.? Jon you are gone but not forgotten. Sad didn?t get to see you and the family more often. Thoughts and prayers with the Family."
"A man with the most loving and gentle spirit I have ever known. If you wanted to feel good, all you had to do talk to Uncle John. Biggest heart on earth and now in Heaven. "
"Oh, John. Hadn?t seen you in years but when I saw that you had died, memories flooded my mind from our younger years! Johnny, Katie and Alex, he surely loved his children! I?m so sorry for your loss. ? Kathie Elwood"
"Our special John. You left a big imprint on our hearts cousin. We all loved being around you. So many memories. One of the best ones is how you would meet up with my kids to go fishing and you\'d say \"Let\'s catch some BULLLLLHEADS!.I know almost everyone has heard Johnny say this? Then Jada and Bear would say \"Mom, where does he get all those snacks from every time he goes to his truck?\" And of course biggest heart ever gave them to the kids. Then when he would leave to go back home you could hear him telling everybody \"love ya, awe your all so beautiful\"? Until we meet again John, Can still hear your uplifting voice and feel your spirit for living. Live on in Heaven. Love Jerry, Jacinta, Bear and family and Jada and family"
"John was a great guy to work with in the Local 379. He will be missed. Robert Wadsworth"
"My memories of our shared time in high school and playing football and later as you returned to Morgantown will be cherished forever. I still remember my first impression of you when you arrived as a new student at Morgantown High School. I recall you as the inside linebacker at my side as your outside linebacker on the Scout Team or better referred to as the \"Hamburger Squad\". Your physical presence was very impressive (You rocked !) as we played against our teammates! You are a special spirit with a big heart that always showed family, friends and anyone you encountered, a big smile and extended hand to shake! You will be missed ! RIP my dear friend!"
"Such an amazing and free spirit, a wonderful man and uncle & so much more!!! You treated me like family since day one and adored Your great nephew\'s. The boys loved when you visited. Every time we saw you, you had a huge smile on your face. So funny and very kind to everyone.. You didn\'t know a stranger. We have So many great memories with you, jason and our boys that we\'ll always cherish and keep alive! You\'re so deeply loved and missed. We love you!!! Carter Jaxon Kruz Jenny & Jason Tubolino ?"
"There are no words to express the heartfelt loss of my cousin John. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say when he saw you. I have fond memories when we were growing up. God wanted another angel and he took you home. My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends. RIP John. "
"John we will always remember him as a nice guy that worked so hard. Loved you buddy like my brother. My sincere condolences to his twin sister my sister in law Lori and Dave Kevin and Mariano Anna Marie Katie Johnny and Alex and John\'s grandchildren. Sandra and Rick Johnson "
"Love you Uncle John. You will be missed so very much. Always smiling and in a great mood. Didn?t know any strangers. Treated everyone like family. Truly a wonderful person. "
"My sincere condolences to Johns whole family. Jim and I thought a lot of John. Rose McClelland"
"My heartfelt condolences to Johnny, Katie, Alex and their families. I have many good memories of John."
"So, so sorry. Prayers for the entire family. From Roselle and Maurice Robinson"
"To all my cousins in West Va., words can?t express how sad I am for all of you. John was a great cousin, so loving and kind. He will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers?"
"God Bless you all. So sorry to hear this sad news. Lots of great memories with Johnny, and many many good times. A wonderful caring person always. My condolences to all the family. Katie, Johnny and Al, we love you. Mike, Josephine, Maria and Angelo Mirabito. You to mom. RIP my friend!!!"
"thank you for making my grandma happy, you?ll forever be missed "
"The family is in my thoughts and prayers !! I ran in John when he was up here visiting Kevin , at Price Chopper A-Bay , I was helping him find something in the store . I didn\'t know who he was until I was checking him out at the register (I am the cashier) and he told me his last name . We talk for awhile and before he left a gave him a hug . Joanna Clark Reed "
"Johnny was always smiling and such a happy man! He will be missed very much. With much love to all the Tubolino family, especially to Mariano, Kevin, and Lori Jo. Our prayers and sympathy go out to you all."
"Thoughts and prayers to the family. We are so sorry for the loss of Johnny. If there is anything you need we are here for you. We love you all. Love, Tim and Kim LaRose "
"So sorry for the your loss. Johnny was such a great guy. He will truly be missed. From The Hartley and Webber Families "
"We are so sad to hear of John\'s passing. Sending prayers to our niece and nephews and their families. ~Deb and Jim Philippi"
"Love you Uncle John."