John F. Panko

John Panko, lifetime resident of Yonkers NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 9, 2013. He was born to John and Helen Gabriel Panko. John served in the U.S. Navy during WWII (DE 693) on the USS Bull. Subsequently, he joined the NYPD where he proudly served as a Sergeant in the Mounted Division for over forty years. Jack is survived by his beloved daughter Janet (Frank) Landi, his granddaughter Kerry (Guy) DiSalvo and his 3 cherished great grandchildren: Ava, Lexi and Guy. Jack is also survived by his sister Phyllis Stein and many nieces and nephews. Jack was predeceased by his dear wife Miriam and sons Jackie and Jimmy Panko. A true gentleman, Jack will be remembered for his quick wit, generous heart and devotion to his family. Visiting hours will be at Whalen & Ball Funeral Home on Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Christ the King Church on Monday August 12th at 10 am. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Donations in Jack’s name can be made to the ARC of Westchester, Attn: Elise Fowler, 265 Saw Mill River Road, Hawthorne, N.Y. 10532.

Whalen & Ball Funeral Home

168 Park Ave.

Yonkers, N.Y. 10703

(914)965-5488

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