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John was a great nonno. I wish I could have spent more time with him. His soul and memories will be cherished from generation to generation as he was a true inspiration to all, christian or not. When I'm not feeling brave or I'm fearful of whats to come, I remember him and feel joy once more. I remember my father would take me over to their house and we would play with missy. He loved his family and we loved him. He inspires me to take pride in my Italian heritage. I know he is up in heaven somewhere, dancing with nonna under the stars and smiling down on ALL of us.

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Message from Sue Belote

I will miss my dear friend and coworker, Deacon John Sicilia, with all of my heart. He cared so much for everyone, and did so much for all of us here at Hennessey Funeral Home. He was a true friend and can never be replaced. I know he has joined his dear wife, Vikki, with a big smile. Rest in Peace dear friend. Life will not be the same without you here.

Message from Pauline Jacoy Markealli

Johnny remember when we stold my dad's car. You told me don't do it and I said what could happen? Yup I got caught. Remember when I helped you at the Hedge House with your charity dinner. You cooked brachol you were so nervous I said what could happen we looked at each other and almost were our pants yup we were so busy we could hardly keep up. No matter if we saw each other everyday or every 10 years the love we had for each other never failed. I'm going to miss not knowing that you are there. Now I'm the worried about what could happen.
Friends forever
Pauline

Message from Jeremy, Jen and Jazzy Daily

As we were driving in the procession through the red lights, my Husband Jeremy said, "I knew your Uncle Johnny would someday make me break the law." We will miss your warmth, sincerity and sense of humor Uncle Johnny. You were always there for my Father and Uncles, and that will be cherished in your memory.

Message from Kathy Miotke

I can't tell you how sad I am at Deacon John's passing. I was blessed to work with him as a volunteer at St. Charles Parish. His work ethic was truly phenomenal . There would be days that I would see him at 3 or 4 different places! I have never felt more a sense of community within the church as when Deacon John was there. I will truly miss his presence in this life. Blessings to all his family.

Message from Steve Lamanna

Dear Johnny,

I will always recall fondly the years of our youth. The many hours we would spend playing school and mass. You always insisted on being the priest..LOL. I was honored by being in your wedding to Vicki. Over the years of our adult lives I saw you far to infrequently. But when I did the feelings of love and kinship came flowing back as if it was only yesterday we were young. What a full life you lived. There is no doubt of your presence in paradise this very day. I am confident as can be that you REST IN PEACE.

A candle was lit by Jen, Jeremy and Jazzy Daily on September 22, 2017 7:51 PM

Message from Paul and Donna Kelly

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John was wonderful person, he was always went out his way to visit with us whenever we were in town.

A candle was lit by Terri (Lamanna) Furgason on September 22, 2017 10:22 AM

A candle was lit by Marisa on September 22, 2017 7:36 AM

A candle was lit by Janice Doyle on September 22, 2017 7:21 AM

Message from Dan and Francesca Bailey

Our hearts are heavy from your passing John but I have to say every time I think of you I think of warmth,grace, Love and understanding of everyone you met. Thankyou for the great services you performed for my Mother Mary and my brother Randy. I remember you and Vikki and family coming up to Bailey Brothers Union 76 all those years and entrusting us to work on your vehicles,that meant a lot to us 2 kids from Dogtown USA. I want to add that you have a wonderful family, and I know you are up there giving everyone that big smile, Thanks John! for everything! Dan Bailey

A candle was lit by Dan and Francesca Bailey on September 22, 2017 1:59 AM

A candle was lit by Greg and Florence Loberg on September 21, 2017 8:44 PM

Message from Todds

We will miss John a good friend over many years. He introduced us, and we eventually married. We admired his deep love for the church and his dedication as a deacon. May he now rest in peace forever. Our deepest sympathy to his family. May God watch over and protect them.
Wes & Claudine Todd

Message from Charlotte Dubois

So sorry to learn about the passing of Deacon John Sicilia. I will always remember his smiles, gentle strength and compassion. God bless you and your family.

A candle was lit by Charlotte Dubois on September 21, 2017 2:54 PM

A candle was lit by Don and Debra Redding on September 20, 2017 6:29 PM

Message from John Francis Silano

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

A candle was lit by John Francis Silano on September 20, 2017 1:59 PM

A candle was lit by Katy Braaten on September 20, 2017 1:39 PM

A candle was lit by NIKKI FLOREZ WAGNER on September 20, 2017 1:31 PM

A candle was lit by Mike and Debbie Johnson on September 19, 2017 6:47 PM

A candle was lit by GEORGE AND SUE CANNATA on September 19, 2017 6:03 PM

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A candle was lit by Diane Huber on September 19, 2017 3:58 PM

Message from Jerri Via

We lost a great man!!!! He was a pleasure to work with for the last 10 years and never will be able to be replaced. May he rest in peace with Vikki in his arms.

A candle was lit by Jerri Via on September 19, 2017 1:48 PM

Message from Helen Machtolf

What a wonderful person he was; always a smile and hello. I am fortunate to
have known him at St Thomas and Our Lady of Lourdes. Rest in peace John,
in the presence of our Lord whom you served so well

A candle was lit by Helen Machtolf on September 19, 2017 9:46 AM

Message from Stephanie Roberson

Deacon John meant so very much to our family. We were heartbroken when we heard of his passing. For the last three years I have been a part of the RCIA classes and I can tell you they will not be the same without him. My daughter Jasmine and I send our thoughts and prayers to his friends and family.

A candle was lit by Stephanie Roberson on September 19, 2017 8:10 AM

A candle was lit by Karen (Hood) Snyder Scott on September 19, 2017 8:07 AM

Message from Karen (Hood) Snyder Scott

John was a lifelong friend. We were students at St. Patrick's and I always enjoyed seeing his smiling face so many times over the years. Rest in peace John...and peace for your family.

A candle was lit by Al on September 19, 2017 8:03 AM

A candle was lit by Marci Reynolds Pohle on September 19, 2017 6:06 AM

A candle was lit by Aaron & Carol on September 18, 2017 11:26 PM

A candle was lit by Dobe on September 18, 2017 10:06 PM

A candle was lit by Sarah on September 18, 2017 8:40 PM

Message from Peggy McCoy and family

John is a great man. Our family has been blessed to know him for many years. He was always quick with a smile, a comment and a hug. John made people feel important, comforted, loved. He married one of our daughters and was there to comfort us in our loss as well. John is in heaven and feeling healthy and happy as he watched over his family , friends and those he graciously served.

A candle was lit by Jim and Lisa Tucker on September 18, 2017 7:26 PM

A candle was lit by Arlene Reese on September 18, 2017 6:40 PM

Message from Karen and Randy Jay

This man was the best Father ,Grandparent, Uncle, God Father, Cousin and Friend that anyone knew. He was listener to anyone that shared to talk to him. Family was everything to him. The Lord took away a real beloved person because he knew that he did his job on earth. Now he is with our Aunt, Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa , sisters and brothers and cousins and friends that he hasn't seen for awhile. They greeted him with arms wide open at the gate of Heaven. Uncle John. We will miss you. See you again one of these days, until then Love you and REST IN PEACE.

Message from Jayne Kubasak

I have known Deacon John for a little over two years but he made a big impact on my life as I lost my husband about 2 1/2 years ago. He was so comforting to talk to and loved his sense of humor and his spaghetti dinners. He was truly missed this last Sunday on the altar but know God had open arms to welcome him home. I feel very fortunate that he was in my life even for a short period of time and will carry his love with me always. My prayers and thoughts go out to all his family. He spoke of his family with such love.

A candle was lit by Jayne Kubasak on September 18, 2017 6:07 PM

Message from Betsy Durgan Harmon

So sad to hear of John's passing. Prayers to the family. He was a wonderful man!

A candle was lit by MaryAnn Egan on September 18, 2017 4:59 PM

A candle was lit by MaryAnn Rgan on September 18, 2017 4:58 PM

A candle was lit by Nestor Family on September 18, 2017 4:32 PM

A candle was lit by Patrick & Lori Michels on September 18, 2017 4:25 PM

A candle was lit by Jane Wright on September 18, 2017 4:20 PM

A candle was lit by Toni & Samone on September 18, 2017 3:34 PM

A candle was lit by Tim, Dlynn, Cameron and Hayden on September 18, 2017 2:30 PM

Message from Karen A Jay

With the saddest of hearts we say goodbye. We will miss you Uncle Johnny. Heaven gained the most wonderful, kind angel.

A candle was lit by Karen and Lanny Jay on September 18, 2017 1:54 PM

Message from Erik Kelemen

God bless you John, you were a good man. I wish I could have gotten to know you better, but I'm grateful for the times we shared.

A candle was lit by Erik Kelemen on September 18, 2017 1:26 PM

A candle was lit by Kami Ricco on September 18, 2017 1:25 PM

Message from Mary Gutierrez

May the GOD of heavens give you peace. thru HIS word. Isaiah 26:19; Rev.21:4,5.

Message from Greg Finch

God Bless Deacon John and his family. Words fall short in trying to explain how much John has meant to me since I moved to Spokane many years ago. His contributions to our local funeral industry are greatly appreciated. Well done, good and faithful servant.

Message from Judy VanVoorhis

So sad to hear of John's passing. He was always very kind to my mother and I and he will be missed by everyone who had the privilege to know him.

A candle was lit by Carolyn Berry on September 18, 2017 9:19 AM

Message from Joel and Dianne Estes and family

John will be truly missed by our family. His loving smile, Kind thoughts and words. John always had a grand smile for you when he saw you. Our thought and prayers with you in your time of sorrow.

A candle was lit by Larry @ Darlene Koehler on September 17, 2017 8:37 PM

A candle was lit by Terri PageFreeman on September 17, 2017 7:56 PM

Message from Michelle Vergnani

I am at a loss for words. Decon John was such a ray of sunshine. I am honored to have met him. He will be missed. RIP Decon.

Message from Pam Meyer

I knew John from high school on - he was a good friend for my mother and a comfort for her. I will miss him and remember those high school times. Many will miss him and his gentle way. Hugs to his family.

Message from Brian and Connie Dalla

Rest In Love.

Message from Bill Scheres

60 Years of friendship from Gonzaga thru the years Sorely Missed Just saw him days before.

A candle was lit by Bill Scheres & Julie Carpenter on September 17, 2017 11:36 AM

A candle was lit by The Dalla Family on September 17, 2017 11:03 AM

A candle was lit by Ann wriker on September 17, 2017 9:58 AM

A candle was lit by Mike and Debbie-Doyle Allen on September 17, 2017 8:53 AM

Message from Kirk Vitulli

Rest in Peace with the Lord John. You were a great man!

A candle was lit by Nikki (McCoy) Bauer & family on September 16, 2017 4:37 PM

Message from Linda Nye

What a dear gentleman and friend we have had to say an earthly goodbye to. I will remember him always for his friendship and helping ways here at Hennessey Funeral Home, where I was blessed to have been a co-worker with him for 5+ years.

A candle was lit by Linda Nye on September 16, 2017 3:36 PM

Message from Becky Fettig

John was always very kind to me. He told me what a great job I did on my first funeral service, and bragged to everyone about it at our morning meeting. Always fun to see him and chat. I will miss him.

Message from Scott Dahl

It was a great pleasure knowing and working with John these past few years at Hennessey's. We shared the same birthday, and he always gave me his piece of cake, as if I needed it. He was a wonderful friend and will be greatly missed. What a Christ-like example he was. John has earned his place in heaven.

A candle was lit by Sue Belote on September 16, 2017 10:10 AM

A candle was lit by Terry and Loretta Bombino on September 16, 2017 9:17 AM

Message from Loretta and Terry Bombino

We were so sad to read about your passing in this mornings paper. What will we do without you..... You married our Son and did most, if not all, of the Bombino Family Funerals. Our paths crossed so much throughout our life. Heaven gained another Angel. You will be missed.

Message from Kit Bombino Elliott

So saddened by this news. Johnny, so glad I was able to see you in July when you baptized my great nephew, and again in August at the family picnic. I know you'll be flying high with all our other angels. God Bless. Thoughts and prayers. Love ya.

A candle was lit by Kit Bombino Elliott on September 15, 2017 10:09 PM

Message from Paula Davis

We lost a special member of our HennesseyFuneral Home family. Our thoughts and prayers are with John's family.

A candle was lit by Paula Davis on September 15, 2017 8:23 PM