Uncle Johnny and Uncle Tony were legends in the mind of a young boy in Long Beach, California named Korky Keys. My grandfather, Frank, the oldest of the three brothers, spoke of Uncle Johnny in a way that made me idolize him: a Seabee injured in World War II, an employee of the Cedar Rapids police department, and a man who loved and wanted to marry a girl so badly that he moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to become her husband.
Uncle Johnny and his family came to Long Beach, and stayed at our house for my grandparents’ 50th wedding anniversary where the legend became a reality. He was so kind and easy to talk to, and he brought three cool sons that were around the same age as me.
About 20 years later, I made the wise decision to go to Cedar Rapids for the 50th anniversary of Uncle Johnny and Aunt Rose. Again his kindness and easy going nature made me glad I came. Over the past year or so, three of his wonderful grandchildren have come to Long Beach, and they personified the old saying, “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. My great uncle Johnny was not only a great uncle, but a great man.
Korky Keys
March 23, 2017
Dear Rose, Tom, Frank, Tony and family,
We were saddened to hear of John's passing. We greatly enjoyed his years when he volunteered at Mercy and hearing his police station stories from his working days. He always had a sly sense of humor. Wilma Funke, (Rose's co-volunteer) and Gene Sell (Rose's co-volunteer) were sorry to hear and send their best to all of the Satariano family. Take care, Grant Carter, Wilma Funke and Gene Sell, Mercy Medical Center Print Shop
Grant Carter
March 22, 2017
Dear Aunt Rose and Family, What a loving Uncle I knew and loved very much. A fond memory of mine was when Uncle John and I were at the Jeffrey farm, jumping off the hay stacks, having so much fun.
Very sorry for your loss. As I understand your feelings and I want you to know that I care for each and every one of you. May God bless and give you the strength these days. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love always from my heart.
Marie (Battaglia) Falcone and Family
Marie (Battaglia) Falcone
March 21, 2017
Rose and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. John was such a kind soul and wonderful person, the years we spent as neighbors just a couple doors down and through All Saints parish family.
Respectfully, Randy and Penny Rule
Randy Rule
March 21, 2017
We enjoyed many conversations with John at Young at Heart lunches at All Saints Church. Our sympathy to Rose and families.
Parnell Etteldorf & Claudia Young
March 21, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My Mom Marie (Battaglia) Falcone called to tell me. Prayers to your family.
Mary Catherine (Falcone) Cordial and Family, Somerset PA
Mary Catherine (Falcone) Cordial
March 21, 2017
Dear Frank and Family, I am deeply saddened by the loss of your father that you and your family have encountered. May God give him eternal rest and the family the strength to bear the great pain. May my condolence bring some comfort to you and your family during this time. Teresa Schladetzky Bosler
Teresa Schladetzky Bosler (Texas)
March 20, 2017
Dear Frank & Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss.
The few times that I met your father, he was a delight to talk to.
He was a great man.
Bill & Rene' & Ember
William Hanlon
March 19, 2017
Dear Cousins, How lucky you all are, as was I, to be raised by two people who loved and adored each other. The world is a better place because your Dad was part of it. He was a good family man and a fine community member. We will miss his laughter. He will always be in my heart.
Bill and Frances Satariano Keys
Frances and Bill Keys
March 19, 2017
Rose and family, Very sorry to hear of Johns passing. May your friends and family surround you during this difficult time. Prayers and love to you all. ?
Luanne Strother Miller
March 19, 2017
Rose & Family,
John sprinkled his magic around Irving Point with his smile and delicious sense of humor.
It was always such a Joy to see him and exchange playful teasing. Those memories of him are so dear.
You are all so very blessed to have a lifetime of his memories to console you, and to live on.
Lee (Leanore) Tubbs and Sherre
March 18, 2017
Tony...I am so sorry to see that your father has passed away. He was always nice to me whenever I seen him. You have my deepest condolences. God Bless
Dean Ortgies
March 17, 2017
Dear Frank & Tom: I saw that your father passed away and am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prays are with your family. Sorry I am unable to see you in person to give you our condolences. I hope to speak with you at another time. God Bless. Bill and Jacquie Hensley
Bill Hensley
March 17, 2017