After graduating from Avella High School, John served his country with pride in the Army from 1958 to 1964.
Formerly residing in Weirton, WV, John owned Lestini and Sons Insurance and Financial Services and Lestini Group Certified Sports Management. He was the founder of the non-profit organization, the National Steroid Research Center, and Other Drugs of Abuse in Sports. He was known throughout the valley as a talented disco- dancing instructor.
John was a loving father and grandfather. He had two sons with his first wife, Mary Ann Lestini: Michael (wife Melanie) and John Richard (wife Jeanne). He cherished his five grandchildren – Evan, Luke, Erica, Alicia, and Dean. John is also survived by his sister Francine Partozoti, along with her three children, and his late brother Bobie’s wife Dorothy and their two children.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Bobie, and his son, Rich.
Visitation will be Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
Additional visitation will be held from 9 AM until the time of the service at 11 AM on Tuesday in the funeral home. Burial will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Avella, PA, with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s Association, or to support local veterans.
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