John Paul Marcantonio, age 92, of Marco Island, Florida passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. John was born on June 22, 1931 in Chicago, Illinois to Leonard and Philomena Marcantonio. He was the youngest of eleven children. John was preceded in death by his parents and all of his ten siblings. John married his wife Sadie on October 20, 1962.
John is survived by his wife, Sadie Marcantonio of Marco Island, Florida, his daughters Michele Marcantonio of Marco Island, Florida and Alyssa Marcantonio of Savoy, Illinois, and his granddaughter, Dr. Mia (Mike) Kelly of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. All of whom he loved and protected endlessly.
John was a police officer for over 37 years where he served and protected the public, as he did his family and friends. He valued hard work and loyalty and was wise, caring and kind. John was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and the Retired Police Association.
John was a lifelong sports fan. He was an avid fan of all Chicago sports teams and would watch any game he could. During his retirement, John loved to play golf, cards, and shuffleboard with family and friends.
John will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Contributions in John’s memory can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or a charity of your choice.
A private family memorial will be held.
