John A. Gasdia Obituary in Rockland at Magoun-Biggins

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John A. Gasdia

02/06/1952 - 05/03/2017

Obituary For John A. Gasdia

John A. Gasdia, Jr. 65 Of Buzzards Bay died on May 3, 2017 at his home. He was born in Brookline, son of Mary L. (Griffin) Gasdia Umbrianna of Halifax and the late John A. Gasdia, Sr. He was raised and educated in Somerville and Rockland, graduating from Rockland High School with the Class of 1969. He has made his home in Buzzards Bay for the past 13 years.

John was a talented musician and had played the drums in several area bands. He was a member of the Buzzards Bay Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.He had been employed for more than 20 years as a technician for Comcast Cable Company.

In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife of 20 years, Diana H. (Monroe) Gasdia and his children Justin Gasdia of Lexington, SC and John A. Gasadia, III of Buzzards Bay. He was the brother of Mary L. Owen of Whitman, Nancy C. DeLorey of East Bridgewater, James J. Gasdia of Hanover and Robert L. Gasdia of Rockland. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Rachael, Erika, Joshua and Christopher Gasdia as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family welcomes friends and relatives to celebrate his life on Sunday, May 7, 2017, 2017 at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street Rockland from 4:00-7:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, May 8, 2017 at 11:00 AM at Holy Family Church. After cremation Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland. Donations in his memory may be made to Cranberry Hospice 36 Cordage Park Suite 326 Plymouth, MA.

Services

7 May

Visitation

16:00 PM - 19:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »

8 May

Funeral Mass

11:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »

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05/25/2021

Marcia Weaver

❤ My love, thoughts and prayers to all of the Gasdia's. Johnny may you rest is the sweetest peace ❤
05/25/2021

Katrina Whalen

I love you, Diana! I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you are able to find a "new normal" and keep good memories in your heart. Love to Johnny.
05/25/2021

Patricia Towers

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
05/25/2021

Joe,Joanne,Julia & Jessica Micozzi

May the healing gifts of time and the timeless love of God carry you gently through the loss you're feeling now. We will truly miss our cousin Johnny. The wonderful fun memories of camping at your house in July will never be forgotten. We love you guys, but you know that. With heartfelt thoughts and caring prayers for you and your family.
05/25/2021

Donna (MacMillan) Nichols

John, you bravely fought the fight with your loving family at your side, may you rest in peace. My condolences to all Donna (MacMillan) Nichols, Plymouth Ma (former classmate and friend)
05/25/2021

Anna Quinn-Smith

Oh my gosh!! This is so sad - it's hard being 3000 miles away from my past! I'd seen some of his posts from hospital bed - and he seemed in such good spirits. Many memories, I had a big crush on him ! And I was looking forward to checking in if I do make it out later this summer.
My deepest sympathy to all of his family, my heart goes out to you a;;. God blessings to comfort & keep you - Bonnie (Anna) Quinn-Smith
05/25/2021

Eileen & Sam Cina

Our sympathies and prayers for the entire Gasdia family.
05/25/2021

Arthur Kenney

Rest in Peace John, you always had a positive outlook. This made you a person we wanted as a friend. You will be missed. We all can know someone for a longtime ,but in your case it was not long enough R.I.P. John God Bless
05/25/2021

Nancy Gasdia-DeLorey

My brother, my family, until we meet again.
05/25/2021

Rosemary Villa

To the entire Gasdia family. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers and condolences are sent your way.
05/25/2021

sandy coulstring

I am so sorry for you're loss of John. I have such good memories of him back in the day. One of the nicest people I ever knew.
05/25/2021

Tom Qualter

My deepest sympathy to John's family. I was not a close friend but I always liked John. I loved playing music with him.
05/25/2021

Patty (Gallagher) Gregor

John and I were friends, coworkers and class mates. He was one of the nicest men I have known, my condolences to his family. My heart goes out to all of you!! I know how hard this is after losing my brother, and I cant even imagine losing a child. My prayers and love to you all, if there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to ask!!!