John Anthony LaDuca

John was born May 3, 1957, in Buffalo, NY to Anthony John and Carmela Marie LaDuca. John was a graduate of Cardinal Daugherty HS, Buffalo, NY, Erie Community College, Buffalo, NY and ASU, Tempe, AZ. John proudly worked in media production for multiple broadcasting networks in the Phoenix and surrounding areas in AZ.

John had a love of classic rock and R&B music, classic movies, classic cars, writing, a variety of sports and his hometown, Buffalo, NY.

John is preceded in death by his loving parents, Anthony and Carmela; and is survived by sisters Linda Jeckering (Paul, deceased) and Gina Hauff (Chuck); nephew Neil Jeckering (Anna); nieces Nicole Kauffman, Andrea Schenian (Jeff) and Lindsey Welsh; great nephews Dalton Lusti, Drake Schenian, and Kenny Welsh III; great niece Rainey Lusti; many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and associates.

John, and his quick wit, will be missed by many. May God rest his soul in heavenly peace.

A celebration of his life will be held at the Arizona American Italian Club, 7509 N. 12th Street Phoenix, AZ 85020 on Feb 1st, 2024, at 11:30am.