John Fredric Masciantoni
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John Fredric Masciantoni

  • August 27, 1947 - January 26, 2012
  • Apopka, Florida
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“John was a strong and proud man, who stood up for what he believed in, and in the process, I’m sure he changed reality for the people in his...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Pete & Gloria Fiabane - Trenton, NJ

“To my italian family....to my cousin's Dale and Joanie....I think of you all often...it was good to catch up with John last year after all this time...Read More » ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Linda Fiabane - Hubbard, IA

“I have very fond memories of the influence John had on my teaching style and methodology. He was for me, a great asset to making me the educator I...Read More » ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: JUNE DENIGRIS-HAGOOD - FL

“To the entire Masciantoni family, my deepest condolences go out to you. I was very fortunate to have Mr. Masciantoni as my 5th grade teacher at...Read More » ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Dina Felicetti - Casselberry, FL

“I will not remember my grandpa as helpless but helpful. He helped me pursue my college career in the Culinary Arts. when ever we would visit i would...Read More » ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Brandon George - Sheridan, WY

“I'm very sorry for your loss. My wife Bettie and I worked with John in the IT department at Seminole County schools.I was his supervisor for a while....Read More » ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Walter Terrell - DeBary, FL

“Patty, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Cliff McInturff - Orlando, FL

“Patty, so sorry for your loss. I've known John most of my life and have many, many fond and funny memories. He will be missed by many and especially...Read More » ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: Cindy Higgins - Eustis, FL

“Patty, You continue to be in our prayers. ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: Sue Robinson and Patricia Davis - FL

“Patty, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We both thought a lot of John. He will be missed. ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Gene & Kathleen Higgs - Orlando, FL

“My love and prayers continue to be with you and John. May his soul, through the mercy of God rest in peace. Love, Dottie ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Dottie Shoffner - Orlando, FL

“My thoughts and prayers are with John's wife and family. ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: Mearl Robenhorst - Albertville, AL

“Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Baldwin Fairchild West Altamonte Chapel


John Fredric Masciantoni

Apopka, FL - John died of ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) on January 26, 2012. He was born in Atlantic City, NJ, on August 27, 1947 and moved to Florida in 1954. John is survived by his wife, Patricia; daughter Ramona George (Brad) of Cody, Wyoming, and their six children; son John (Teresa) of Albuquerque, NM and their five children; and stepson Jarrod Lopatka (fiancee Kristin Stewart). He is predeceased by his parents, Fernando and Nettie, and one grandchild, Aaron. Survivors also include his sisters, Dale Walker (Alan) and their two children; and Joan Masciantoni and her two children; brothers-in-law Mike Kozak (Linda) and Peter Kozak, mother-in-law Ruth Kozak Jacob, plus numerous family members. John was a renaissance man who had many talents. He was a drummer who played professionally with the Dick Clark '50's shows and with local bands. He taught at Columbia Elementary in Orange County and Sterling Park Elementary in Seminole County, and started the instructional computing program in Seminole County Public Schools in the 1980's. He worked in the IT Department at Orange County Public Schools for several years and most recently was an analyst for a healthcare company. John was an environmentalist, an animal lover and a lifelong learner who had a strong passion for public education. A celebration of life will be held at the Baldwin-Fairchild West Altamonte Chapel, 90 Weathersfield Avenue, Altamonte Springs, 32714, on Saturday, January 28, from 2-5 p.m. Donations in John's memory can be made to the ALS Association Florida Chapter, the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools or the Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools. Arrangements in the care of Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Homes West Altamonte Chapel.