John F. Consolie

June 20, 1936 - June 19, 2016

GENEVA – John F. Consolie, 79, of Geneva, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2016, in Geneva General Hospital after a brief illness. Friends may call at the DeVaney-Bennett Funeral Home, 181 N. Main St. on Thursday, June 23, 2016, from 4-7 p.m. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 24, 2016, in the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas P. Mull officiating. Burial with Full Military Honors will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. John was born in June 20, 1936, the son of the late John and Rose Natalizio Consolie. He was a graduate of Geneva High School and a lifelong resident of Geneva. After serving his country in the U.S. Navy, John worked for many years at Almarco Printing Co., Humphrey Press and Geneva General Hospital. He was a coach for Little League Baseball and Babe Ruth Baseball. John was a commissioner for Geneva Junior Football League. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, bowling and playing cards. John most enjoyed spending time with family and friends. John was quick witted and always enjoyed a laugh with those around him. John is survived by his sons: John (Leigh) Consolie, Dan (Monica) Consolie, and Bill (Pam) Consolie; grandchildren: Kyle, Jennifer, Jeff, Bobby, Jack, Anthony, Sofia and Luke; great-grandchildren: Gigi, Brian and Archer; sister-ion-law Natalie Consolie; nieces Nancy Consolie and Rose-Ann Consolie; and his beloved companion Buddy. He was predeceased by his wife Diana Consolie, his brother Frank Consolie, and his niece Sandra Greer.