John D. Masserio

John D. Masserio, 81, of Weeki Wachee, FL (formerly of Berlin, CT) passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2023. John was the beloved husband of 50 years to Laraine (Whitmore) Masserio. John was born in New Britain, CT to the late John C. Massirio and Dorothy (Zavarella) Massirio.

John is survived by his 7 children: Ed Woodward and his wife Candy of Berlin, CT, Laurie Fargione of Berlin, CT, Karleen Giarratana and her husband Salvatore of Farmington, CT, Dorene Masserio-Beach and her husband John of Berlin, CT, Larry Woodward of Waterbury, CT, John D. Masserio Jr. of New Britain, CT and Lisa Masserio of Brooksville, FL., 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. John is also survived by his sisters – Carol Sarnowski and her husband Richard of Boca Raton, FL and June Hartunian and her husband Ronald of Port St. Lucie, FL. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

John graduated from New Britain High School. While in high school, his love for 55 Chevys prompted him to join the car club. He also dedicated himself to service by achieving the honor of Eagle Scout – an honor he was very proud of and shared fondly with his grandsons. Shortly after graduating from high school, he worked for a period of time at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft before embarking on a successful career of 40 years with General Equities, Inc. in Berlin, CT. John served as Executive Vice President and handled details related to building and managing convenience stores and gas stations for the company in CT, FL, MA, NY, NJ, and PA. John retired from his dedicated career in December 2008. Shortly after his retirement, he and Laraine moved to Weeki Wachee, FL. John was always there to lend a helping hand or ear and offer a suggestion or resolution to whomever called on him for counsel. He cared deeply for family and enjoyed family gatherings. He enjoyed home-cooked family meals. He was a spectator of all sports that his children and grandchildren enjoyed playing. John loved taking his wife on cruises and traveling in his RV. Visiting Fort Wilderness and Disney became an annual trip that he enjoyed for many years. John picked up his need – and skills – in fixing and improving upon household items and making household repairs from his father John. His generosity of spirit shined when meeting new acquaintances and keeping up with friends and extended family. John’s kind and radiant smile could light up any room and make people feel at ease in an instant. He was truly the heart and strength of his family.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday October 10th from 5-7pm at Turner Funeral Home in Spring Hill, FL. John will then be returned to his home state of Connecticut in the care of Carlson Funeral Home in New Britain for a Mass of Christian Burial and interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery in New Britain, CT.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to “John D. Masserio Scholarship Fund”

Mailed to Lisa Masserio 15468 Burbank Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604