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John F. Marquette, 60

December 05, 2017

John F. Marquette, 60, of Manor Township, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 after a 10 year battle with cancer. Born in Bronx NY, he was the son of the late Anthony and Marie Marquette. John celebrated 26 years of marriage with his wife Bity (Elizabeth) this past April.

A graduate of American International College in Springfield, MA with a BSA, John was the seafood manager at Stauffer’s of Kissel Hill. He was a member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church. He loved to travel and listen to music. An avid sports fan, John rooted for the NY Jets and Knicks and Villanova University. John was involved in Boy Scouts and he was most proud of his three sons earning the Rank of Eagle Scout.

In addition to his loving wife Bity, John is survived by their three sons, Nicholas, Matthew and Stephen; five siblings, Tony Marquette, husband of Maureen, Robert Marquette, husband of Wendy, Denise, wife of Pete Bertuglia, Jimmy Marquette, and Regina, wife of Robert Gaudioso; many nieces and nephews; and his Uncle Don and Aunt Jeanne Marquette, sister-in-law Denise, wife of Paul Rossi and brother-in-law John Dorsi.

A Funeral Mass will take place 11 AM, Monday, December 11, 2017 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601 with The Rev. Peter I. Hahn as Celebrant. Viewings will be held on Sunday, December 10th, 2-4 PM and 6-8:30 PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 and 10-11 AM on Monday at the church. Interment will be in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Cancer Care Ministry, 163 W. Frederick St., Millersville, PA 17551

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December 14, 2017

So so sorry for your loss.  I worked w/your husband/father for a while at SKH…he was the most awesome man to work with.  The world has truly lost a treasure and the heavens have gained an angel…..

December 12, 2017

Dear Bity & boys, our deepest condolences and love to you all. John was an exceptional man with such high spirits and a smile on his face! He will truly be missed and we are blessed to have had him in our lives. Our thoughts are with you all! The Newswanger’s

December 12, 2017

Bity, 
Please let us know how we can help with anything.  John will be missed, what a great guy.
The Stovers 
 

December 12, 2017

Dear Bity and Boys, My heartfelt condolensces go out to you and your boys.  Love and thoughts,
 
Lisa (Bartolozzi)

December 10, 2017

Bitty I am so sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed working with your husband at the Penn Manor football games.  He brought so much fun to the concession stand. You and your family are in my prayers. Rest In Peace John.
Pat Benson

December 10, 2017

To Bity, Nicholas, Matthew, Stephen, and the entire Marquette family,
Our deepest condolences and Love to you all at this most difficult time. Johnny was truly a good man and will be missed!! To live in the hearts we leave behind, is not to die! We will keep you in our prayers. Love,  Patrick, Noah & Joshua Snell

December 09, 2017

Dear Bity, Nick, Matthew, Stephen
I am so saddened by John’s passing.  He was a great guy with a great family.  I have wonderful memories including the trip we all took to Florida.  I’m sure Uncle Charlie was there to greet him in heaven.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  Love you all.  Aunt Mary

December 08, 2017

So sorry Bity, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Diane Geib

December 08, 2017

Rest in peace, John. We are grateful to have had you in our lives. Bity, Nick, Matt and Stephen, our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. You inspired us with your courage, laughter and celebration of life as you walked these last years with John. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Morgans

December 08, 2017

So sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. Carmen Garcia. (Leah’s friend). 

December 08, 2017

God bless each of you in this enormous time of loss. I have been praying for John & will continue in prayer for your entire family. My son Dustin worked with him at Stauffers.

December 08, 2017

There are no words to describe how we felt about John and how we feel about his wonderful family.  We have been so blessed to have had him for a friend and will miss his presence in our lives.  May he rest in peace with no more pain and know that we will watch over his family.
The entire Lechner Family 

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Sunday, December 10, 2017
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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Monday, December 11, 2017
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