John Gianotti, 73, of St. John, IN passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021. He is survived by his son, Jay (Jessica) Gianotti. He was preceded in death by his wife Karen (née McCartin). John started his career as an industrial arts teacher at Hobart High School and Highland High School. He would eventually becomeContinue Reading
John Gianotti, 73, of St. John, IN passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021. He is survived by his son, Jay (Jessica) Gianotti. He was preceded in death by his wife Karen (née McCartin). John started his career as an industrial arts teacher at Hobart High School and Highland High School. He would eventually become Director of Computer Services for Lake Central School Corporation. When he retired in 2004, he started LegalTek Legal Video Services, becoming a legal videographer for many local law firms.
John was active in many organizations at his home parish of St. Thomas More in Munster. In particular, he was a charter member of the Msgr. Weis Knights of Columbus council (#10596). He was also an active volunteer for many church programs and ministries, including the Parish Festival Committee, Home Communion, and weekly Masses at Hartsfield Village. Outside of church, John was an avid amateur radio operator. He was active with Lake County Right To Life. He was also a valued and treasured helper with L’Arc En Ciel Theatre Group in Cedar Lake. He enjoyed golfing, target shooting, and rooting for Purdue sports and the Chicago Cubs.
A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held, with a public celebration of his life to be planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Lake County Right to Life or the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Ron Newton
left a message on March 2, 2021:
John was a fellow Classmate at CHS, Class of 1965. A special kind of guy, never seemed to meet anyone he couldn't be friends with. I always like his brand of humor back then. Last saw him at 50th Class Reunion and saw right away that he hadn't changed much over the years. Then face book happened. I couldn't get enough of his terrible jokes and puns! Prayers to the family for their great loss. He surely will be missed by so many.
Bob and Marchell Barkey
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Jay, we are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a special person who was helpful to all and always had a smile on his face. Our sympathies to you and your family.
Ken Miller
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family. Many good memories working with John at Lake Central High School.
Ken Miller
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family. Many good memories working with John at Lake Central High School.
Ken Miller
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family. Many good memories working with John at Lake Central High School.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Richard and Diana Johns
left a message on February 5, 2021:
You are in our thoughts. We offer our sincerest condolences.
Kenny Brown
left a message on February 5, 2021:
Jay. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your dad did so much for me over the years. He will be missed.
Marty Dzik
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Thank you for all you did and your kindness. We'll always remember you sense of humor. You will be missed.
May God rest your soul; may perpetual light shine upon you.
Mrs. Luci Sadlowski
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Hello Jay,
My friendship with your dad was solely through his passionate support of the Right-to-Life organization here in Lake County, Indiana! What a kind man he was to me as I was "new kid on the block" almost eight years ago, when I joined the movement; his insight was so valuable to me, and encouraging as I joined the very frustrating fight for Fatherhood, Motherhood, and the unborn.
Thank you for sharing him with us. The last time I was with him, I got to visit him in his home, and his IT knowledge was SO VALUABLE for the nuts & bolts of organization Lake County Right-to-Life.
God bless you and your family, and THANK GOD for Heaven!!
Rob & Dorothy Mangus
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Jay you have our sincerest condolences on the passing of your father. We always enjoyed our time with both of your parents.
Bill & Susan Burke
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We will remember the time we spent together. He always had a smile to share along with a joke. He will be sadly missed.
Sandi Estep
left a message on February 4, 2021:
RIP my good friend. You were the person who turned me on to computers which lead to me becoming a tech-geek. I would always turn to you for help and you were always there for me and challenged me to learn more. Plus, your humor was beyond description -- you always made me smile! I will miss you today, tomorrow, and forever.
Dave Kritzer
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Saddened to hear of John's passing. Many good times spent with John as a fellow Knights of Columbus member.
Charles Sufana
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Karen and I are very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was always one of the hams who helped out with the SAREX and ARISS radio contacts that the Lake County Amateur Radio Club participated in. He was one of the good guys. Charles Sufana AJ9N
DONALD CROZIER SR
left a message on February 3, 2021:
My Thoughts and Prayers are all With John Family and Friends His Voice and Wisdom will be missed in Amateur Radio that He always promoted in such a great Way RIP Sincerely Don L.Crozier Sr KA9QJG
Thomas & Dorothy Johns
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Hi Jay and Jessica,
We are saddened to hear of John's passing, but are happy in knowing John is now beginning his new life with Karen. I will always cherish the time spent talking with John and swapping stories of you both while you were growing up.
Dorothy and I pray for John's peace and eternal rest. God bless you both.
Jeff Kohn
left a message on February 3, 2021:
In memory of John Gianotti, Jeff Kohn lit a candle
Bill Leaming
left a message on February 3, 2021:
My sincerest condolences to John's son and other family members. I only knew John for about ten years, but his gentle humor will be sorely missed.
Janice HopkinsMalchow
left a message on February 3, 2021:
In memory of John Gianotti, Janice HopkinsMalchow lit a candle
Cindy McCraw
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Oh John, we will miss you. Friday night fish fry's will never be the same. Rest in peace. Love and prayers for Jay and Jessica.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ruthie Covert
left a message on February 2, 2021:
What a blessing to have had John as my Godfather! Spending all the holidays with our families together growing up made our small family feel so much bigger and better. John was a master of the dad joke, and I grew up with him calling me “Ralphie” as a nickname. He will be so missed.
Tim & Lisa Oddy
left a message on February 2, 2021:
Jay & Jessica we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Love you.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Ron Newton
left a message on March 2, 2021:
John was a fellow Classmate at CHS, Class of 1965. A special kind of guy, never seemed to meet anyone he couldn't be friends with. I always like his brand of humor back then. Last saw him at 50th Class Reunion and saw right away that he hadn't changed much over the years. Then face book happened. I couldn't get enough of his terrible jokes and puns! Prayers to the family for their great loss. He surely will be missed by so many.
Bob and Marchell Barkey
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Jay, we are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a special person who was helpful to all and always had a smile on his face. Our sympathies to you and your family.
Ken Miller
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family. Many good memories working with John at Lake Central High School.
Ken Miller
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family. Many good memories working with John at Lake Central High School.
Ken Miller
left a message on February 6, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family. Many good memories working with John at Lake Central High School.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Richard and Diana Johns
left a message on February 5, 2021:
You are in our thoughts. We offer our sincerest condolences.
Kenny Brown
left a message on February 5, 2021:
Jay. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your dad did so much for me over the years. He will be missed.
Marty Dzik
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Thank you for all you did and your kindness. We'll always remember you sense of humor. You will be missed.
May God rest your soul; may perpetual light shine upon you.
Mrs. Luci Sadlowski
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Hello Jay,
My friendship with your dad was solely through his passionate support of the Right-to-Life organization here in Lake County, Indiana! What a kind man he was to me as I was "new kid on the block" almost eight years ago, when I joined the movement; his insight was so valuable to me, and encouraging as I joined the very frustrating fight for Fatherhood, Motherhood, and the unborn.
Thank you for sharing him with us. The last time I was with him, I got to visit him in his home, and his IT knowledge was SO VALUABLE for the nuts & bolts of organization Lake County Right-to-Life.
God bless you and your family, and THANK GOD for Heaven!!
Rob & Dorothy Mangus
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Jay you have our sincerest condolences on the passing of your father. We always enjoyed our time with both of your parents.
Bill & Susan Burke
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We will remember the time we spent together. He always had a smile to share along with a joke. He will be sadly missed.
Sandi Estep
left a message on February 4, 2021:
RIP my good friend. You were the person who turned me on to computers which lead to me becoming a tech-geek. I would always turn to you for help and you were always there for me and challenged me to learn more. Plus, your humor was beyond description -- you always made me smile! I will miss you today, tomorrow, and forever.
Dave Kritzer
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Saddened to hear of John's passing. Many good times spent with John as a fellow Knights of Columbus member.
Charles Sufana
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Karen and I are very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was always one of the hams who helped out with the SAREX and ARISS radio contacts that the Lake County Amateur Radio Club participated in. He was one of the good guys. Charles Sufana AJ9N
DONALD CROZIER SR
left a message on February 3, 2021:
My Thoughts and Prayers are all With John Family and Friends His Voice and Wisdom will be missed in Amateur Radio that He always promoted in such a great Way RIP Sincerely Don L.Crozier Sr KA9QJG
Thomas & Dorothy Johns
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Hi Jay and Jessica,
We are saddened to hear of John's passing, but are happy in knowing John is now beginning his new life with Karen. I will always cherish the time spent talking with John and swapping stories of you both while you were growing up.
Dorothy and I pray for John's peace and eternal rest. God bless you both.
Jeff Kohn
left a message on February 3, 2021:
In memory of John Gianotti, Jeff Kohn lit a candle
Bill Leaming
left a message on February 3, 2021:
My sincerest condolences to John's son and other family members. I only knew John for about ten years, but his gentle humor will be sorely missed.
Janice HopkinsMalchow
left a message on February 3, 2021:
In memory of John Gianotti, Janice HopkinsMalchow lit a candle
Cindy McCraw
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Oh John, we will miss you. Friday night fish fry's will never be the same. Rest in peace. Love and prayers for Jay and Jessica.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ruthie Covert
left a message on February 2, 2021:
What a blessing to have had John as my Godfather! Spending all the holidays with our families together growing up made our small family feel so much bigger and better. John was a master of the dad joke, and I grew up with him calling me “Ralphie” as a nickname. He will be so missed.
Tim & Lisa Oddy
left a message on February 2, 2021:
Jay & Jessica we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Love you.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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