LEWISTON — John A. Janosco, 88, of Sabattus, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Dec. 20, at d’Youville Pavilion in Lewiston. He was born in Lewiston on Oct. 17, 1929, a son of the late Andrew Sr. and Elizabeth (Topolosky) Janosco. He grew up in the Lisbon Falls area and was a graduate of Lisbon High School, Class of 1948.

In 1951, John enlisted and proudly served his country in the United States Army and served during the Korean Conflict. He was stationed in Germany and during that time his Army buddy, Carroll Francis, set him up on a blind date that would change his life forever.

After leaving the Army in 1953, he pursued the girl from that blind date and eventually married her, Irma Sparks, on Feb. 27, 1954, in Lisbon Falls, and they started a family together.

During that time, John worked as a loom fixer in various textile mills, mostly in Lisbon. Later on, he worked in the Tin Shop at BIW in temporary ventilation, where he would retire.

John enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and gardening. He also loved to travel with his family on vacations and spend as much quality time with them, including his pets, as often as he could. He took up playing golf in his later years and really enjoyed the game. According to his family, he will always be remembered for his mechanical abilities. John could fix just about anything with his hands. He would build objects from scratch and took great pride in doing his own repairs. He will be deeply missed by many.

He is survived by his loving wife, Irma Janosco, of Lewiston, formerly of Sabattus; his son, John Janosco Jr. and his wife, Betty, of Lewiston; his daughter, Diane, of Lewiston; his grandchildren, Matthew Janosco of Lewiston and his fiancée, Shella Monroe, of Oxford, and Brian and Kevin Janosco of Big Springs, Texas; and two great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind a sister-in-law, Patricia Janosco, of Lisbon Falls; a special niece, Joline Rider and her husband, David, of Lisbon Falls; along with many other nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his siblings, Anna Bartlett, Mary Janec, Margaret Hall, Elizabeth Williams, Frances Merrill, Andrew Jr., Michael and Joseph Janosco; and a daughter, Darlene, during infancy.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.crosmanfuneralhome.com.

John A. Janosco Sr.