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Juliette Alfarone lit a candle
Thursday, March 19, 2020
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I had the honor of meeting John through Gillian, his granddaughter & my best friend, a couple of times. Each time I met him, he would greet me with open arms, no questions asked. Even though he did not know me well, he would welcome me as if he’d known me forever. Each and every one of the members of the Neos family is so kind and so loving which I can see was mirrored onto them from Papou. My prayers go out to the Neos family and all others touched by this loss, he was a wonderful man and his legacy will forever be carried out by his beautiful family.
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carol neos Posted Mar 19, 2020 at 8:58 PM
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Thursday, March 19, 2020
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Papou was a man of many talents, but one that I will remember most profoundly was his ability to crack a smile on my face at any given time. Even if he wasn’t trying to be humorous, he still found a way to make me laugh. Sometimes it was as simple as making eye contact with each other for a few seconds more than usual in order for a bit of laughter to break out. Other times, it was because of his funny faces or jokes that brightened my mood. I will always remember the times we shared, especially when I was younger and spent the weekends with him and Grandma. My brother, sisters and I were excited for the mornings after sleeping over to come since we knew that Papou would be making his signature pancakes. We could only be given a cup of orange juice after finishing what was on our plates. You never wanted us to waste anything and taught us to appreciate the things we have while they are present before moving on to other things (on a greater scale than just in reference to pancakes). We had a multitude of summer nights spent in either our backyard or yours listening to music, going in the hot tub, riding bikes up and down the block (which you sat on the stoop watching over us), cooking, and just having a great time. I am eternally grateful for each moment I spent with you. I will always remember your loving, caring and energetic spirit. You were truly one of a kind, they don’t make them like you anymore. No sandbagging up there and be sure to pick a few winners!!
Joey Cervone lit a candle
Thursday, March 19, 2020
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I loved big John so much. He was always so welcoming to me and loving. I will never forget the beautiful family gatherings together with the best food and laughs. He will be missed and loved eternally. Sending my condolences to his beautiful wife Carol and his children. Love you all. — Joey
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John Neos Jr. posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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My dear grandfather, one of the great men I share a name with. The most authentic person I’ve ever met. When he walked into a room it was a complete change of energy, no matter what he was talking about
Life is not about self achievement, it’s about the people you touch and care about who go on to achieve... and while my grandfather did live a full and prosperous life, it was his personal mission to teach lessons he had learned in his life so that the people he loved and cherished could benefit. My grandfather would constantly talk about his passing in a joking manor because that’s the type of man he was, If you were frowning he’d make you content, if you were content he would make you smile, if you were smiling he would make you laugh. So I sit back now and think of the memories we made, and I make sure that when I start crying that I transition to laughter because all he wanted was for me to be happy and prosper. And when the pain subsides I’ll be be smiling looking up at you papou, as you look down over me, and I’ll keep pursuing my goals and keep your lessons close to heart. Thank you papou, I love you papou and Rest In Peace papou.
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Eugene, Bernadette, Joseph Puleo lit a candle
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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We offer this Wish that John will awaken in the Lotus Pond Heaven - Dewachen. A short prayer to send him on his way - Om Ami Dewa Hrih _/I\_ May the Buddha of Eternal Light - Amitabha - light his way and receive his soul. All religions come down to the same thing, human emotional support.
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Eugene, Bernadette, Joseph Puleo posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Eugene here -- Oddly the last time I saw John, I always thought of him as "Big John", was at a wake for another family member. We conversed, I related a small, humorous incident from my recent life, He laughed affably.The man I knew him to be. The man I hoped to know for years to come. Hoping to raise a glass of bubbly with him at his many grand daughters' weddings. Sorry to miss his future company. May "Big" John rest in peace.
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Carol and Bill Chimento posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Our sincere condolences for the loss of John, someone so special. We are thankful for all the years of friendship that we had with John. Our many shared memories of fun times are filled with laughter and happiness.We will remember the light that John brought into our lives and our memories will always be cherished.
May God’s love and peace comfort you.
With our love and sympathy,
Carol and Bill
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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Bart Verdirame posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
John was the ultimate husband, father and grandfather who loved his family immensely and would leave no stone unturned to take care of them. To live your life in support of your family is to live the greatest possible life. There is no greater legacy anyone can leave than to be remembered for your family devotion and to pass down those values to your kids and grandkids. A great man with an unparalleled love for his family, John and his legacy will live on for generations to come. We will miss you, John. Rest in peace, relish heaven, and save some drinks for us to enjoy with you when we meet again.
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Joseph Verdirame posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Pop,
You and I had a very special relationship that I’m going miss a great deal. We didn’t have to say a lot to each other, but we always understood one another. I respected you from day one because you were a no bullshit guy who valued family above all else. I loved you like my father. You always made me feel like your son.
We not only shared the same birthday and had a lot of similar traits, but most importantly we shared the same love, Nancy. I know how much she meant to you and I know you know how much she means to me. I promise you that I will continue to make it my mission in life to care for her so you can rest easy.
I will never forget all of the great memories we had together: hanging out waterside at Lake George, my first time at Saratoga, our picnics at Belmont, our potential horse buying lunch at Aqueduct, asking for your daughters hand at Vivo, barbeques in our yards, the ribs you made with such care, teaching me how to cook a proper hotdog, the special bond you had with my kids, the times we spent in Greenport, building my deck with the crew, the first dinner party with both moms and dads in Kew Gardens, our drink after Ava was born, listening to the oldies over scotch with my dad, smoking cigars, shooting pool in your basement, driving over my neighbor’s lawn in the snow, holiday meals at our houses, hanging in your hot tub, listening to music late afterhours in your yard, the card game… I will cherish these memories forever.
One thing was for sure, you knew how to enjoy life and fought for it until the very end. You were my type of guy. You were my guy. Enjoy the scotch with dad. Until next time. I love you Pop.
- Giusep
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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Carolneos@gmail.com posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
51 years together. A lifetime of love, happiness & memories. My true soulmate. I would do it all again if I had to.
You were the bravest & strongest man I have ever known & you proved that in the last 15 months. You fought the fight for your family. We are so proud of you.
I will meet you again someday & you will be free & out of pain & suffering.
We love you beyond words,
My Own True Love forever
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Theresa Ferraro lit a candle
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
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Johnny, after being family for 55+ years there are so many memories to share. But the thing that impressed me the most and most memorable for me is the way you took care of your family. Your fierce love for them always impressed me. I love you for that and so many other things. Rest In Peace cousin.
Love Theresa. Ps thanks for all the laughs!
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Frances Stremel posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Johnny, Johnny, Johnny, how I loved every trip that we took together, even sharing a room when none were available, nobody in this world could ever call me PITA the way you did! RIP my friend forever in my heart. Until we meet again. ❤️
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Tuesday, March 17, 2020
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Maryanne DeRosa posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
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When men were men...this is how we would define John Neos. He loved to laugh, he loved to cook, he loved the ponies..but most of ALL he loved his family. We grew to know (and love) John and Carol through Nancy's marriage to my godson Joseph...we were blessed to be with them for many family gatherings and special occasions. I especially remember the Friday nights listening to music at their Sea Cliff Beach and the Christmas Eves at Nancy & Joe's that were so very special. John was especially fond of my crumb cake and he suggested that I try to make it with apples...so I made it for him this past Christmas Eve and it was my pleasure to see him smile...But above all, my fondest memory of John is when I saw the tears running down his cheeks at my beloved brother Bart's funeral Mass. It is something I will never forget. A heart of gold.
God bless you John ...I know that you and Bart are having a nice drink in heaven.
With love, Maryanne & "Richie" De Rosa
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Jill Basso posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
John would insist that I call him John and not Mr. Neos, but it was difficult for me because I was taught to call those close to us by their last names out of respect. He always had nice things to say about my family which made me feel good. He reminded me of my husband in so many ways that it was scary. In fact, Nancy would always say to me that my husband was just like her father. I guess that’s one of the reasons why we are all so close. The entire Neos family is very special to us whom we consider like our own.
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Marion Verdirame posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
John- a man’s man, a pussycat when it came to his family, a 50’s aficionado, a good friend to all who knew him and loved him. My late husband Bart and he had a special relationship because they always believed that family came first. We became related through the marriage of our son Joseph and Nancy-a match made in Heaven. We shared many happy occasions at their home. He was a great cook and no other spanakopita will ever taste as good as his. We will all miss him.
Michael Verdirame posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
My condolences to the entire Neos family. I loved John, and will always cherish the memories I had with him: Hanging at the Whitestone house, days at Belmont, the times in Greenport, discussing life over drinks, just to name a few! He was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed.
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Mary L Fatta posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
To all my sweet Cousins I am so very sorry for your loss. John was a terrific Husband, Father, and Grandfather, and I know you will miss him greatly. It has been a long time since I was up to New York to visit all of you, but I want you to know that you have always been in my thoughts and prayers, and now at this sad time more than ever. I always liked being around John when I visited as he was always making me laugh, and giving me his big bear hugs. And I loved his cooking. He was truly a wonderful man, and so full of life and love for all his family. I wish that I could have seen him one more time before his passing, but with time and distance that was not to be. May God Bless and keep all of you safe, and may John be resting in heaven with our Lord, and with all of our other family members who have preceded us. Much love to all of you, Cousin Mary
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John Neos posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
I was planning on reading this eulogy at Pop’s funeral, but under the current circumstances, I won’t be able to. I still wanted to share this regardless…
Everyone knew Pop as that fun loving, have a good time guy.
But there was a side that I want to briefly share. Pop was a protector of his family. Not a man of many words or emotion. He kept that to himself. Whenever anyone of us was in need be it emotional or physical, Pop always looked after us in his quiet, guardian manner. Like the lion that he was, when he learned he was sick and especially towards the end of his life, he fought ferociously and bravely. He did this not for himself, but for his family. He fought until there was no fight left to fight, and it was time to lay down and sleep. He was our Lion King, and we were his pride…
I could never come close to being the pack leader you were, but I promise to look after your pride as you’ve taught me and want me to. One of the last times we spoke I looked at you and said, “I got this Pop”. And you started into my eyes, gently nodded and whispered, “I know”. I thought I was bringing comfort to you at that moment, but I’ve since realized that it was actually YOU comforting me.
Many people say that I remind them of him. I don’t know if that’s always good.......
When I hear such words I’m always humbled and honored by that.
So anyway, back to that fun loving guy. Pop Loved to have a good time. People would say “I may be in the neighborhood” or “I might pass by” and his response ALWAYS would be, “hey, my door is open”. And it truly was. It was his own “open door policy”
When you’d first get there he’d immediately offer to feed you or ask you “can I get you something? There’s beer in the cooler”. Chances are, there always was.
And we all knew that side of him. Everyone knew him that way.
We each have our own unique vision of what heaven might be like. So in closing, I’d like to share my vision of what Pop’s heaven hopefully is:
Pop, I hope every day is Sunny and 75 degrees.
I hope there’s never a line in any store you go to.
I hope every Home Depot doesn’t check their register receipts.
I hope Locatelli is the same price sold grated or as a block of cheese.
I hope olive oil and “balzonic” are always on sale.
I hope every road doesn’t have a car on it when you’re driving. (especially on Sundays when coming back from Long Island).
I hope black bags aren’t needed to throw out your garbage.
I hope cigarettes are cheap and the racing form is free.
I hope coolers are always full and ice automatically “replemishes” itself.
I hope every day is Thanksgiving, because I know that was always your favorite holiday with your family.
I hope the Bills win the Superbowl and you can finally collect on THAT winner. (No more Christmas trees with lights flashing being thrown in the pool).
I hope trucks delivering concrete are always on time. What I wouldn’t give to work with you again just one more time on a job like the old days.
I hope every wedding you go to has a bucket of beers already on the tables. (And they have Bud Light).
I hope the mail (and your supermarket flyers) gets delivered bright and early every morning, and not at 5 in the afternoon.
And lastly,
I hope there’s a deck that YOU built. Where you can sit outside in your chair, behind your hand made bar, have a cold one, enjoy a smoke and watch the races. Just make sure to save that seat for me like you always did....
He was my best friend.....
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carol Neos Posted Mar 18, 2020 at 8:18 PM
I remember when you read this to me & how we cried.
It truly is a perfect description of just what you would wish for him.
He knew the special bond you had & how he depended on you to make decisions.
He was truly your best friend & you were his.
We love you so much.
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susan Posted Mar 18, 2020 at 3:07 PM
I remember that wonderful day you were married and even the day that My JJ was born and Nancy.
No better neighbors that became adopted family from the time the Meyerson Family Moved in. The wonderful memories that were made in both homes
Will miss John and all his amazing qualities he had and he will always will be one in a million and I am so glad and proud that he was a part of our lives and gave all of us the life love long memories
We are and always will be here for you
Love you Susan
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