With profound sadness and hearts weighed heavy with grief, the family of John T. D’Avico III announces his passing on August 28, 2025, at the age of 41. Surrounded by his devoted wife, children, relatives, and close friends, John passed away peacefully after a brave and unyielding fight against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
For several years, John fought his battle with ALS with resilience, humor, and strength, showing an unwavering determination to live life fully despite the challenges of the disease. His wife shared that while words cannot express the depth of their family’s loss, they take comfort in knowing John is now at peace, free from suffering, and that heaven has gained an angel.
John was a man of laughter, love, and deep connections. He was known for his quick wit, his ability to light up a room, and, most famously, his endless collection of “dad jokes,” which he loved sharing with anyone who would listen. Beyond his humor, John was a pillar of strength and kindness to his family, friends, and community.
He leaves behind his loving wife, his cherished children, and a host of family and friends who remain in shock at his untimely loss. His family expressed immense gratitude for the outpouring of compassion, kindness, and unconditional support shown to them throughout John’s illness and now in this difficult time.
In honor of John’s wishes, the family is planning a Celebration of Life in the near future—a gathering filled with great food, music, laughter, and stories. They invite everyone who knew him to come together, share memories, and celebrate his 41 remarkable years of life. Details regarding the event will be announced soon.
As his wife beautifully shared, “No one can ever truly be ready for this kind of loss, but John would want us to come together with joy, not sorrow. He fought so hard, and now he rests peacefully.”
The family asks that in remembering John, friends and loved ones continue to share their fondest memories and stories, keeping his spirit alive through laughter and love—just as he would have wanted.