March 12, 2014

Linda and Family,
Linda and I are very sorry to hear of of the loss of your father. We always enjoyed the Thursday get together especially when your Dad played the accordian. I learned of his passing from Donnie Rhoades in a recent conversation. I hope you and your family will have great solace knowing what a wonderfull man he is. Please accept our most hearfelt sympathy.
Lindal and John Yurchak

January 31, 2014

Linda, Sue, Deb, Val and families – We extend our deepest condolences to each of you in the loss of John. When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. May you find comfort in knowing that he continues to watch over you now and always.  With heartfelt sympathy, Marcia & Buddy Moores
 

January 27, 2014

Dear Linda Our parents brought us up to believe in something. Your parents were two of the greatest. I share the feeling of loss with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Steve Hobday

January 26, 2014

Susie, Val, Linda, Deb and all the wonderful Valentino family, my heart is breaking for you all in the loss of our dear John.  Yet we all have many wonderful memories that we will hold dear.I will never forget how he always got the accordian out for all of us to enjoy and that little smile he would flash. Susie, I see that in you and it always makes me think of him. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all and I know all those years of memories will see you through. Our loved ones cannot be gone when we carry them in our hearts.  Much love,  Bev Trimble
 

January 26, 2014

To Sue, Linda and the Valentino Family,
Many memories growing up in the neighborhood. Best restaurant/bar in Lancaster!!!  Run by a great family who will continue John’s legacy. My parents always enjoyed having that traditional italian meal. Hopefully will see you when I get back to Lancaster.
Take Care
Jack Sippel 

January 26, 2014

  Great memories all the Neely family have  with you, your family, restaurant, sports, and socially.  Your legacy. will live on thru your wonderful family.  Thinking of them at this time. Marian Neely Mowrer

January 26, 2014

Sue,
We just returned from Florida and heard about your father’s passing last evening. He was such a sweet soul and we will cherish our memories of him at the restaurant and the insite he shared with us at the McCaskey Alumni Association meetings. Although he is no longer with us in body, he will remain alive through our thoughts and hearts.
Love and prayers to you and your family.
Tom and Barbara Young

January 25, 2014

TO THE FAMILY.  OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON JOHN’ S PASSING. HAVING KNOWN JOHN FOR APPROX. 64  YEARS FROM MAPKE GROVE DAYS AND HIS DIVING EXPERTISE THROUGH HIS FINAL DAYS. WE KNOW WHAT A TRUE GENTLEMAN HE WAS  A GREAT HUSBAND TO JANET  A GOOD SON TO ANNIE  A FANTASTIC FATHER TO YOU GIRLS  AND GRABDFATHER TO THE KIDS  ALSO GREAT BROTHER TO RUDY AND ESTHER. THE ACCOLADES FOR JOHN IS MANY. BUT IT CAN BE SUMMED UP BY SAYING HE WAS A GOOD  GOOD MAN. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY BUT ALSO REMEMBERED BY MANY OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU   GAIL AND JEN SMITH

January 24, 2014

To the Valentino family,
On behalf of the Lancaster Italian Cultural Society, we are so sorry for your loss.  John was a good friend of the Society and the community.  He will be missed.
Jeannie Hubbs, President, Lancaster Italian Cultural Society

January 24, 2014

linda
so sorry about your dad.our “old & gray & in the way” girls group came to the thurs. night sing along for years.we would bring our own “instruments”so to speak.tamborine,morrocco’s,wooden sticks,bongo drums,etc. we all were in our ’60’s & 70’s.we loved your dad.such a great & friendly “host”.we loved all the songs from the 40’s,when music was music,& we all could sing along with all the other “old timers” who really could play the piana,trumpet,bass,gut bucket(which we still have)the fellow gave it to jane o’neill when he stopped playing.those of us who are around still talk about your dad & relive all the wonderful times we had at valentino’s.
you probably won’t remember me,but i’m a friend of “toot’s”hess.my name is judi graver & i think i may have taken the picture of your dad with his  accordian that was in the paper. i took pictures of you,your dad,& the “old timers” in the band.my camera was always with me on thursday nights…am thanking your dad for all the wonderful memories he left with us.         sincerely, judi graver

January 24, 2014

To the Valentino Family:
On behalf of Ron Riehl’s family and Riehl Improvements, we offer sincere condolences to John’s family and friends.  John was loved by so many, including our entire family.  He will be deeply missed.  Our thoughts and prayers to you all!  With Love, Ron Riehl.

January 24, 2014

Dear Valentino Family and Friends,
We were sorry to hear of your dear loss.  What a a great man.   John Valentino left behind quite an amazing legacy.  He was a true “All-Star” in so many areas of his life.  May the memories comfort you throughout this difficult time.  You are a beautiful and special family. 
Much love,
The Jenkins Family

January 23, 2014

Our heartfelt condolences to John’s wonderful family from all of his fellow retired co-workers and friends at the U.S. G.A.O.  John was admired and respected by all for his professionalism, integrity, and his remarkable friendly personality.  We especially have enjoyed the semi-annual luncheons at his Cafe which were often accompanied by Johnny on the accordian.  We are all honored to have known him.
The G.A.O. Lunchbunch                                                                                                                                                                      
 

January 23, 2014

To all the Valentino family:
Deepest sympathy on Johnnie- he will be sorely missed by many in Lancaster and involving the Special Olympics.
Mitzi & Hanh Menger

January 23, 2014

I am sorry that my own ill health prevented me from attending your father’s funeral services.  haE WAS SUCH A SWEET MAN who always had a smile on his face and  KIND WORD FOR EVERY ONE,  He will truly be missed
Mary Lennon

January 22, 2014

Val and Randy, I would like to express my Deepest Sympathy to you and your Family during this most diffucult time. Your dad will be missed but never forgotten.                                                                           God Bless, Ann Marie Filling-Koch

January 22, 2014

Sue and Family:
Sending our sincere sympathy upon the passing of your father.
Bonnie and Jim Jolly
 

January 22, 2014

To all of the loving family of John Valentino. We are so sorry for your loss. We loved your father as did everyone who met him. He will live on in all of our hearts and will always be remembered for his wonderful spirit that filled the cafe every Thursday night for so many years. He will be missed. Much love from Gary and Linda Grossman

January 22, 2014

Sorry to hear about Johnny. Worked with him at GAO. 

January 22, 2014

John Valentino was one of my first supervisors at the Philadelphia Regional Office, U.S. General Accounting Office.  He taught me a great deal and was a true gentleman.  I will always have wonderful memories of him.  My thoughts and prayers are with the Valentino family.  John Heere

January 21, 2014

Valerie,
I’m sending my heartfelt sympathy to you, your sisters and all of your family.  Your father, John, was a wonderful man.  Reading about him I was in awe of all of his many accomplishments, and the extrordinary life he lived.    May you and your family find peace in the many memories and love you shared with him.    Terri Urey

January 21, 2014

I was saddened to read of John’s passing.  I will always remember him fondly from the old days when I was a regular at Valentino’s.  The entire Valentino family and staff always made it such an enjoyable place to spend times with friends!  I extend my sincere sympathy to John’s family and many friends!
John Valori

January 20, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to the entire Valentino family as well as the staff at Valentino’s. May your families find peace and comfort through each other’s love and the fond memories you have of such a wonderful man. Sincerely, Max and Lucy

January 20, 2014

Deb & Gene, 
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your father.  Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Gina & Jay Sandberg

January 20, 2014

We no longer live in Lancaster but have wonderful memories of John at Valentinos. Our grandaughter Sophia would not consider any other place to celebrate her birthday dinner and John gave her the best gift of that night by coming to her with his accordian and singing Happy Birthday and her favorite song at that time which was You Are My Sunshine. You are all lucky to have had him in your lives.
Doug and Pat Renaud 

January 19, 2014

Bean & Deb & family, We were sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a special person. The few times we were around him we felt he was a very nice and special man. I know he will be missed. Barry & Carole Heiserman

January 19, 2014

I was saddened to hear of John’s passing but know that his life will be celebrated. I remember John as a man full of life always with a smile on his face– of course the only places I ever saw him was at Lake Wallenpaupack fishing or at Valentinos’s sitting with my family chatting bringing me spaghetti– two of his passions!  While I know he will be missed greatly his memory, legacy and spirit will live on thru his family and friends.  All my best to you all. 
Beth Graybill King 

January 19, 2014

Sue and family
I was so sorry to hear of your father’s passing.
My father died (very unexpected) the day before Christmas.
I understand your loss and pain.
My thoughts and prayers for you.
Robin (Stover) Jacks

January 19, 2014

Sending my condolences to the Valentino family at this time.  Trust in your faith and carry your memories with you.  God Bless you all.
 

January 19, 2014

It’s been an honor to have known John. Look him up and say Hi to my Pop while your up there in Heaven!
Thanks!
Rob and Vicki Eckenrode

January 19, 2014

My fondest memory of John was when, on a Thursday night, my wife had just given birth to twin girls.  It was also my birthday.  But everyone knows, Thursday was the night to be there.  I stopped in to have a beverage or two and along comes John with accordian strapped across his back to quickly play “happy birthday” to me.  Everyone sang along but it was John’s accordian playing that set the night off.  John………you were a great man.  And you will be greatly missed!!!

January 18, 2014

So sorry for your loss-we are thinking of you
 
Skip and Renee Fiester

January 18, 2014

God Bless you John, and Linda, Sue, Val and Deb you are all in my prayers.Mike Rieker

January 18, 2014

To the Valentino family.I am sadden on your loss of your father but will forever remember his kindness and his love for you. Barbara Koller Eshleman