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John J. DeMarco, 85
January 23, 2022
John J. DeMarco, born August 21, 1936, to John and Josephine DeMarco in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died peacefully in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on Sunday, January 23, 2022. John was the loving husband of Joanne for 58 years. In addition to his wife, John is survived by his five (5) children: John DeMarco (Lea) of Torrance, CA; Matthew DeMarco of Platte City, MO; Christopher DeMarco (Ann) of York, Pennsylvania; Kimberly DeMarco of Lancaster, Pennsylvania; David DeMarco (Angie) of Lancaster, Pennsylvania and thirteen (13) grandchildren. John is also survived by his three (3) siblings: Joseph DeMarco, Carole DeMarco (Kramer) and James DeMarco.
John was born in Southwest Philadelphia where he attended West Catholic High School (Class of ‘54) and St. Joseph’s University. Following his graduation from high school, John served in the United States Army, 18th Battalion, where he completed infantry training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. John was subsequently stationed at the Fort Sherman Jungle Operations Training Center (JOTC) in Panama where he became a trained expert in jungle warfare and tactics. Upon his discharge from the military, John began a career in law enforcement working first as a Sergeant in the Philadelphia Police Department and then as Chief Inspector of the Amtrak Police Department at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, Pa. Following his retirement from Amtrak, John was a licensed private detective performing investigative work throughout Pennsylvania.
John was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family, particularly holiday dinners. His presence at the family’s Dinner of the Seven Fishes every Christmas Eve will be missed. John’s devotion to his family was equaled only by his faith. John was a Roman Catholic, faithful to the traditional Latin Rite. In addition to his hobbies of model trains, reading and golfing, John was a passionate Philadelphia sports fan who cheered and, often, commiserated with the Philadelphia Eagles every Sunday. John saw to it that this passion was passed down to his children and grandchildren.
A viewing will take place from 10am-11am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11am with The Rev. Pang Tcheou as Celebrant on February 1, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. Burial to follow at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery.
Flowers may be sent to the church directly or donations may be made to the Lebanon VA Medical Center, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, PA. 17042.
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Condolences to the Family
May 12, 2023
I love and miss you very much! You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. I love you Dad. love your daughter Kim
February 04, 2022
My name is Dean Sanchez I ve had the pleasure of working with Chris Demarco at Glen Haven Apartments in Maryland.I am writing this to give my condolences to the Demarco family and to let you that Mr. Demarco will be in my families prayers..I see the all the accomplishments..he had in his life, I see honor, compassion,bravery, confidence and love for his family. I see those in his son Chris ..so he lives on through the eyes of his son..and the hope of resurrection through Christ..the Demarco family will see him again..RIP sir.
February 01, 2022
Thoughts and prayers are with your family.
The Mellingers
January 31, 2022
Dear Joanne,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I can’t imagine what a great loss this is to you. My prayers are with you. John was always so appreciative of me during the brief times I was honored to serve him. And you always exhibited great honor and love to him. May wonderful memories of your many years together bring you consolation.
Sincerely,
Ron (L@H Driver)
January 30, 2022
Love to your family. John was a great man
- Visitation
- Tuesday, February 01, 2022
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- St. Joseph Catholic Church
- 440 St. Joseph Street
- Lancaster, PA 17603
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- Tuesday, February 01, 2022
- 11:00 AM
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- Lancaster, PA 17603
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