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John Skovera

May 20, 2019

WILIAMSTOWN, Mass. - On Monday May 20, 2019, John Michael Skovera, 71, of Williamstown, died at the Albany Medical Center after a heroic fight for life.



John was born on August 1, 1947, to Sylvester and Marie Skovera. He was raised in North Adams and graduated from McCann Vocational plant maintenance program in 1967. He married his high school sweetheart Roberta Malloy in 1968.



His long career at General Electric as machinist (Mr. Fixit) followed. John could often be found in his garage tinkering with cars and machinery. He was a passionate NASCAR fan and enjoyed a weekend afternoon with his NASCAR race on TV and watching #24 Jeff Gordon. John loved his annual summer vacations in Maine to go to the beach, enjoy lobster and family.



He will be deeply missed by his loving wife Roberta of over 50 years; his three daughters, Christine Skovera (Todd Gagliano), Michele Skovera (Robert Kuta) and Nicole "Nic" Skovera; five grandchildren Dominic and Anthony Gagliano, Amanda Skovera, Alyssa and Zachary Ippolito; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by a cousin Ronald Skovera and his best friends Michael Champney and Andrew Zoito. John was thankful for the compassionate care from the staff and friends within the BMC North dialysis unit.



Funeral notice: A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday May 24, 2019 at 1PM at Sts Patrick and Raphael Church in Williamstown, MA. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery, North Adams, MA. Calling hours at the Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, WEST CHAPELS, 521 West main St. North Adams, MA. are Friday from 10AM to 12:30 PM. Memorial donations are suggested for the BMC North Dialysis Unit or to the St. Patrick Church Food Pantry through the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.




Recollections & Sympathy For the Family
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So very sorry to hear of your John's passing. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
from: Rebecca and Steve Cyron: 05-25-2019

My sincere condolences to the all the family. I will miss John every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at dialysis. We had many many conversations where I was able to tap into his wealth of knowledge, I will have those memories forever. I true family man, he fought hard because he wanted to be with his family every moment he could. He leaves us with a lesson on how to be a great person. RIP my friend.
from: Kevin Vidalon: 05-25-2019

Please accept our most sincere and heartfelt condolences. We’ll keep your entire family in our prayers.
from: Raluca & Sorinon: 05-24-2019

So sorry for loss, prayers and love coming your way.
from: Patricia Littleon: 05-24-2019

Dear Roberta, so sorry to hear of John's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Sandie Dolan
from: on: 05-23-2019

Roberta and family, My deepest condolences to you and the girls. I was pretty shocked to read of his passing. Always, enjoyed his visits to the auto parts store. May he rest in peace. Elizabeth Ralston
from: Elizabeth Ralstonon: 05-22-2019

Roberta, I extend my sincere sympathies and condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Terry Taft
from: Terry Tafton: 05-22-2019

Roberta and family, I was shocked to learn of John’s passing. He will be missed by many. My sincere condolence to you and family.
from: Chris masonon: 05-22-2019

Roberta and family,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
from: Claire Boyer Kristensenon: 05-21-2019

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