John J. Gambori, 91, of Madison, formerly of Hamden, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 27, 2016, at the Guilford House surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of 56 years to Theresa Sestito Gambori. John was born in New Haven on July 29, 1924; son of the late Patrick and Luisa Gallina Gambori. Loving father of Valerie Cegelka (Leo), Karen Keating (Jim) and Sheryl Mancinelli (John). Loving grandfather of Kimberly Cegelka (Greg, Fiancée), Peter Cegelka (Michelle), Courtney and Kiersten Keating, Rocco and Dino Mancinelli. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Predeceased by a brother Anthony Gambori and sisters Lillian Porto, Frances Gambori and Ann Lubowicki. He served his country faithfully in the US Navy during WW II; was an entrepreneur of many businesses; and worked as a mail handler for the US Postal Service until his retirement. John loved fishing, cooking, taking trips to the casino, traveling with his family, watching westerns, playing cards and bingo. He enjoyed the company of his friends at Concord Meadows, Madison Senior Center, St. Margaret’s Church, and the Guilford House. The family would like to extend a “Special Thank You” to all the doctors, nurses and staff of the Guilford House, the CT Hospice Homecare, Smilow of Guilford, and all the individual doctors involved for the comfort and care they provided not only to John but the entire family.
Funeral services will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday morning at 11:00. Family and friends may begin calling at 10 a.m. Entombment will follow in the All Saints Garden Madonna Pedestal. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 31801-9929 or a charity of ones choice.
Val and Family,
You are all in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Regards,
Meg
To all the Gambori family. Bob and I send our prayers and condolences to you at this most difficult time. John was a wonderful man and will be missed by so many. Love, Joan & Bob
Uncle John, I have so many amazing childhood memories because of you. The pinball machine, the playhouse in the yard, omg the Great Dane you used to have that was taller than me. Whenever I think about those days I always have a smile on my face. Thanks for being a fantastic uncle and for loving us even when we acted like spoiled brats. You always gave the best hugs. I will see you again so save a spot at that card table for me. Enjoy heaven and all our family that was there to welcome you home. Xoxoxxoxx all of my love always. A piece of you lives on in me uncle. Thanks for that!!!!
Karen so sorry. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Dear Val,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your dad and wish to express our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. Treasure beautiful memories. May he rest in peace.
Sandy and Greg
Uncle John I am going to miss our talks in which you always came up with a joke or two. Now you can rest in peace with your sisters and brother. You will always hold a very special place in my heart. We all have lost a very special person and GOD has another angel!
No Doubt~~~Mr. Gambori will be missed by all who were privileged to have known him during his 91years~~
His perpetual Smile~~His eagerness to be a faithful servant~~His kind & gentle manners~~all a testament of how he lived his life. His kind acts will be remembered fondly and will live-on in our treasured memories of Him for years to come. God Bless the Soul of John J. Gambori and watch-over the beloved Family he left behind.
Love & Prayers, John & Marti
Uncle John was a generous & kind person! He always thought of others before himself! Rest in peace and enjoy a heavenly life for eternity!Thoughts & prayers to your wife & family during this most difficult time!
Im sorry to hear about your loss. Please find comfort in
1Corinthians 1:3
Aunt Tess and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle John was a great husband and father . Carol, George and I will treasure our good memories, the times we came up to see you and Uncle John.