WATERFORD - John J. Avellino, 50, of Lawrence St, died Tuesday, June 12th at Samaritan Hospital surrounded by his loving family after an extended illness. Born in Morristown, NJ on May 8, 1968, he was born to the son of the late Sylvio “Sam” and Kathleen (Novak) Avellino. After the passing of his parents at a young age John was raised by his uncle Joseph Novak and aunt Janice Nugent who John knew his whole life only as Mom and Dad.
A 1987 graduate of Voorheesville, John worked as a forklift operator for many years at Saratoga Brewery and most recently for Cascades in Mechanicville.
John enjoyed hunting with his Dad and brother. He was a self taught at-home master craft beer brewer who took pleasure in sharing and watching others enjoy his creations. He loved spending time and taking walks with his beloved Jack Russell Terrier “Jackson”. His interest in photography sparked a budding hobby that produced calendars for his friends and family.
Survivors in addition to his Mom and Dad include his wife of 21 years, Mary Kay DiFucci Avellino, whom he married on October 4, 1996, his loving daughter Dianne M. Avellino, who he was able to see graduate from high school in a special bedside ceremony the day of his passing, brother Paul Novak and sister Jennifer Alford both of Voorheesville, brothers in law John, Paul(Justina) and Michael(Sara) DiFucci and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Special thanks to the caring staff of Samaritan Hospital ICU, Dr. Dudek and the staff of NYOH.
Calling Hours will be held on Sunday, June 17, from 1-4PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 S Main St, Mechanicville, NY 12118. A Funeral service will immediately follow the hours at 4PM.

Those wishing to remember John in a special way, are asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Ln, Latham,NY 12110 or online at www.cancer.org/involved/donate.html in memory of John J. Avellino

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