John Russell Grasso, Sr. Obituary (1964

John Russell Grasso Sr., Age 60. Suddenly passed away on April 28, 2025, at the Methodist Hospital. Born on May 22, 1964, to the late Russell and Phyllis (nee: Leone) Grasso, and has been a lifelong resident of South Philadelphia. John enjoyed cooking at Molly Molloys' in the Reading Terminal. As a young man, he liked to play football; his love of the sport continued to grow, and he became a huge Eagles fan and was a talented Bowler who played in many of the leagues at Oregon Lanes. John also enjoyed being involved with the New Year's Day Parade and looked forward to matching with the "Golden Parrot Comic Club". He had many friends there and was proud to be a part of this wonderful tradition. Sadly, he will be missed by his children John (Kamara) Grasso Jr, Sara Grasso, Russel Grasso, and by Joseph Taylor. Proud PopPop of John III, Micah Grasso, Malia Colon, Landon Chestnut, Russel Grasso Jr, Xavier Grasso, and Steven Grasso. Brother to Marguerite Grasso, Donna Imbesi and Jennifer Grasso. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and by dear friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation Friday eve, May 9, 2025, from 6-8:30 pm at the Murphy Ruffenach Brian W Donnelly Funeral Home, 3rd & Wolf Sts. A period of remembrance celebrating John's life will follow at 8:30 pm. Burial private. A Memorial fund has been established to assist with final expenses. https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/john-russell-grasso-sr-/13248/