We, the family of "John" Dario Piazza, 67, of Lititz PA with heavy hearts share that our beloved husband, father, and grandfather went peacefully to be with the Lord Jesus on Monday October 21, 2024.

Born in Canada and raised in Leominster, MA, John dedicated his life as a civil engineer, balancing multiple jobs while earning his degrees from University of Lowell and Stevens Institute of Technology. His career took him to esteemed roles at Three Mile Island, where he led major projects like the steam generator replacement and overseeing the decommissioning of TMI…retiring with 40 years of service at Exelon. His talents even took him to France, Italy, and Japan, where he undoubtedly tried to "engineer" a way to improve everything he came across.

When John wasn't hard at work, he could be found tinkering around the house, fixing things that may or may not have needed fixing, or perfecting his yard—which he treated like his own personal golf course. He also had a deep love for music, often strumming his guitar, cruising on his Harley, fishing, or working on his golf swing (though that might have needed a bit more tinkering, too).

John leaves behind his beloved wife, Lori, of 45 years, who miraculously survived decades of dad jokes without filing a noise complaint; his daughters Michelina (Ross), Angelina (Charles, RIP), and Rose (Jeremy), who inherited his humor, ingenuity, and at least one, his over-enthusiasm for home projects; and his adored grandchildren, Gia (14), Maxima, Juniper (7), Vincenzo (6), Jack (5), Magnus (4), Rolando (4), and Penelope (3). Also left behind is his loyal little dog Oliver, who continues to wait for him at the door, likely wondering why he hasn't come back inside for his nightly snuggle.

John's legacy of hard work, devotion, and his endless quest to "fix" everything (especially with a sense of humor) will live on in all of us. His smooches and jokes will be sorely missed, but the laughter and love he brought us will echo forever.

A memorial service will be held Sunday October 27, 2024, at Spacht- Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 127 S. Broad Street, Lititz, at 3PM. There will be a time of visitation with the family from 1 PM until the time of service.