John Francis Maccone passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025

On Saturday, March 22, 2025, John Francis Maccone passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends. John is predeceased by his parents, John and Violetta Maccone. He is survived by his wife Theodora, and three children, James, John, and Christen.

John was raised in Brooklyn, New York, where he met the love of his life, Theodora. His interest in electronics and his outgoing nature grew into a career with Honeywell Fire-Lite Safety. This eventually brought him and his family to the community of Milford, Connecticut, in 1996. While raising his family in Connecticut, John never left Brooklyn behind. In the winter, he brought his wife and children to see the Christmas lights in Dyker Heights and in the summer the family could be found at L&B Spumoni Gardens each with a slice of Sicilian in one hand and spumoni in the other.

John spent his free time restoring cars, turning the house he purchased into a home for his family, volunteering in his community and teaching his children to do the same. His knowledge was astounding and what he did not learn for himself, he learned from watching others. He was always busy, but always willing to lend a hand. Whether you had electrical issues, car troubles, gardening questions, craftsman difficulties, or were just looking for a good place to eat, John would offer his help with a smile on his face.

John’s congeniality was unending. He was often found calling Bingo numbers at Saint Gabriel School or organizing and greeting people at Fantasy of Lights. If you’ve ever attended the Odyssey Festival, John has certainly helped you navigate the parking lot. He assisted with set-up and tear-down of the festival, as well as the many yearly events that took place at Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church; and he always brought his pickup truck. John also found time to be involved with the Porsche Club, Habitat for Humanity, and Connecticut Grounds Keepers Association.

John will be remembered for his enthusiastic pursuit of new projects, always having a quip to make people laugh, and being able to name almost any song title and artist within a couple seconds of listening. His smile is forever embedded in the memories of those who knew him and his love implanted in our hearts.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday April 1, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford. A Funeral Service will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford. Interment will follow at Orange Center Cemetery, Orange Center Road, Orange.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to American Red Cross, St Barbara Orthodox Church, IOCC or UNICEF.

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