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 John L. Ghidotti, 96
 April 14, 2022
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — John Louis Ghidotti, 96, of North Adams, MA died Thursday April 14, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in North Adams, MA on January 6, 1926, a son of John Battista and Mary (Scovena) Ghidotti. He attended local schools. John was a veteran of World War II and served in the US Navy.
He was a longtime firefighter for the City of North Adams and retired as the Captain of the Department after 35 years of service. He was a communicant of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church and was a member of the American Legion. John enjoyed candlepin bowling, gardening, and was an avid Patriots fan. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and literally had the birds and squirrels eating out of his hand. John delighted in telling his personal experiences and stories of his time in the Navy and his days in the fire department.
Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Joyce Marie (Sweeney) Ghidotti whom he married on May 23, 1953; two daughters- Lauren T. (Kenna Utt) Ghidotti of Fernandina Beach, FL and Gail M. (Michael) Cozzaglio of North Adams; and four sons- Craig J. (Gail O'Grady) Ghidotti of Painesville, OH; Gary P. (Audrey Dumas) Ghidotti of North Adams; Marc R. (Sheryl Durant) Ghidotti of Douglas, MA; and David A. (Caroline Coury) Ghidotti of North Adams. He also leaves fourteen grandchildren including Kaitlyn, Krista, Kelli, Thomas James, Kara, Danielle, Amy, Ryan, Amanda, Shea, Kyle, Breanne, Cori, and Colby; twenty great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two sisters- Dorothy Golonka and Catherine Ghidotti.
FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for John Ghidotti will be celebrated Monday April 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. Calling hours AT THE CHURCH will be Monday morning from 9-11 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church or the St. Vincent de Paul Conference at St. Elizabeth in care of FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com
| Mark, my sympathies to you and your entire family on the passing of your dad. My prayers are with you all at this time. | | from: TERRY M SAUNDERS-BOUCHER | on: 05-08-2022 |
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| To Gary, Dave and Family: My deepest condolences for your loss. | | from: Bob Wallace | on: 05-01-2022 |
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| So sorry to hear about the loss of your patriarch. My sympathy to the entire Ghidotti family. | | from: Mary Ellen Eliasen | on: 04-28-2022 |
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| Dear Gary and Craig and Family, We were very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. He served his community well and raised a great family. We are sorry for your loss. | | from: Chuck & Linda Sweeney | on: 04-25-2022 |
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| My deepest sympathy and condolences to family and friends. Captain Ghidotti served his country and community well. Hand salute Capt. RIP 🙏 | | from: Denny Mangano | on: 04-23-2022 |
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| Amanda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May god bless you during this difficult time. | | from: Donna Sadlowski | on: 04-20-2022 |
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| Dear Gail, Mike, Kara and family, my deepest condolences for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. | | from: Mireille Roy | on: 04-20-2022 |
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We are very sorry for your loss and offer our condolences to the entire Family.
Sincerely, Mark & Cindy Vadnais | | from: MARK VADNAIS | on: 04-20-2022 |
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To the Ghidotti family,
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time. May the wonderful memories that you have of your Dad always make you smile. You were truly blessed to have a Dad who was loved by so many.
God Bless you all during this difficult time
Janet Zocchi Lucia
| | from: Janet Zocchi Lucia | on: 04-19-2022 |
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So very sorry for your tremendous loss. He will always be with you. Thinking of you as you go through these difficult days.
Sandy and Frank Talora | | from: Sandra Talora | on: 04-19-2022 |
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My Deepest Sympathy to the Ghidotti Family,
I met the Capt. when I first joined North Adams Ambulance Service in 1980. It was there I learned much about how the Fire and Rescue services worked together to become a team. We were there to help people when they needed us. I was especially impressed on the auto accidents. The fireman always had our backs. This was important to me as I gained much knowledge and later became Chief of Rescue of my town squad. He taught me well and I am sad that he has passed. What a wonderful man and such genuine service to his community.
Sincerely,
Caroline G. Martel
Pownal, VT | | from: Caroline Martel | on: 04-19-2022 |
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| Gary and Family, so sorry to hear of your loss. | | from: Dan Colello | on: 04-19-2022 |
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| Our sincere condolences to the Ghidotti family. His legacy lives on and will surely be in the hearts and memories of many of us and the family. May God bless. | | from: Robert Marks & Estela Nichols | on: 04-19-2022 |
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Peter and I would like to offer sincere condolences to the entire Ghidotti family. John has left a long and cherished legacy behind. A rich life shared with his beautiful wife Joyce by his side. Treasure the memories.
Sincerely,
Susan and Peter Unis | | from: Susan Unis | on: 04-19-2022 |
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| I'm very sorry for your loss he was a great man and dedicated fireman. Hope he and Buddy are having a drink together. You're in my prayers. | | from: Ed Dassatti | on: 04-19-2022 |
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| Condolences to all the "kids." He raised you all so well. Skeets' comment may say it best as well. | | from: Bruce Whitney | on: 04-19-2022 |
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| My sincere condolences to the Ghidotti family. | | from: | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| I'm very sorry for your loss. He was such a gentleman and friend to our family. Keeping you in my prayers. | | from: | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| Gail and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad and grandfather. May he rest in peace. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. | | from: Kathy Gwozdz | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| I am so saddened to read this. Please accept my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Such a gentleman & true man of God. ✝️ | | from: Kathleen Carbone | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| Our condolences to you all with John's passing. Another member of the Greatest Generation gone to another world... | | from: Skeets Richards | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. | | from: Wilfred Parmenter | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| My sorrow and condolences to the family for the passing of one of the most admired and respected man… Cap I have no doubt that you were welcomed by your crew and may you RIP… | | from: Cheryl Lefave | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| To all the Ghidotti family, our condolences on the passing of your beloved Dad. May he rest in Eternal Peace. David and Geeta Lipinski | | from: David lipinski | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| I am so sorry to hear this! Prayers of comfort being sent to your family. | | from: Maureen Taft Moore | on: 04-18-2022 |
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| To the Ghidotti Family, I am so sorry for your loss. | | from: Pam Kidder | on: 04-17-2022 |
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| Sincere sympathy to the Ghidotti family | | from: Bob & Nancy Waltermire | on: 04-17-2022 |
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| Prayers and happy memories to the entire Ghidotti family❤️ | | from: Dina Poplaski | on: 04-17-2022 |
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| I am sadden to hear of the passing John. My prayers are with you with you all. He was a great guy. | | from: Nanette schmidt | on: 04-17-2022 |
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| Sorry to read of the loss your family is going through. Sending prayers. | | from: Dan Bergeron | on: 04-17-2022 |
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| I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember fun times when we were neighbors ( I was a youngster!) I recall being excited to know a real fireman and how inviting all of you were. Again, I'm terribly sorry, all my best thoughts to you all. | | from: Marcia (Thomas) Moon | on: 04-17-2022 |
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| Our sincere sympathy to the family. | | from: Bob & Nancy Waltermire | on: 04-16-2022 |
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| To the Ghidotti family I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. | | from: Mathew Cantoni | on: 04-16-2022 |
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On behalf of Frank and Gary, I would like to extend my most
Sincere condolences on the passing of John. My dad and I
Have many fond memories working with John on the fire
Department. My dad worked his entire career with John.
John has been called back to the station one last time. | | from: Gary Rivers | on: 04-16-2022 |
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