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John Byron Giorsetti Jr.
John Byron Giorsetti Jr. passed away at the age of 70 on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016. He was born to John Byron Giorsetti, Sr. and Donna Sue on September 19, 1945, in Palm Springs, CA. He grew up in the towns of Ray and Winkelman, AZ. Johnny attended college in Thatcher receiving his associates degree in mechanics. While attending college he met the love of his life Carol Jean (Amos) Giorsetti. They lived their married life in the town he proudly told others was “Dudleyville”, AZ.
Johnny loved being a heavy equipment operator for Kennecott/ASARCO. He retired from the company after 32 years of service. Once retired Johnny loved to travel, sometimes just he and his wife, sometimes with his family and as often as possible with his RV friends. Johnny was a gentle soul who loved everyone he met. He was a devoted family man, who worked hard to remain in touch with all family members. He adored his children and grandchildren, never missing any of their events.
Johnny is preceded in death by his father, John Giorsetti; his mother, Donna Giorsetti and a younger brother, Joe Giorsetti. He is survived by his wife of almost 49 years Carol Giorsetti; his daughter Donna Giorsetti, son John Giorsetti (grandchildren Janice and Josephine Giorsetti); sister Susan Hillman, brothers Mike(Dolly) and Dwayne Giorsetti and many loving family members.
There will be a Rosary followed by a Memorial Mass and Reception on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic Church, 501 Victoria Circle, Kearny, AZ.
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