John Robert Gigliotti

John Robert Gigliotti Utica Mr. John Robert Gigliotti, age 68, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 9, 2008 while peacefully asleep in the comfort of his home. His family and friends were at his side at the time of his passing. Born in Utica on June 27, 1939, John is the son of Florence M. (Marchesino) Gigliotti and the late Louis Gigliotti, Sr. Raised and educated locally, he was a graduate of T. R. Proctor High School. He furthered his studies at New York University in N.Y. City where he majored in Art & Fashion Design. He continued his training at the Traphagen School of Fashion in N.Y. City. An international fashion artist and celebrity fashion designer by trade, John returned to Utica to pursue his appointment as a window and fashion designer for Munger’s Department Store. During these years he performed as a local disc jockey serving various clubs, a suitable profession because he loved dancing and was dynamic on the dance floor. He also enjoyed his vocation as teacher in the Utica City School District where he taught art and assisted special needs students. John lived his life to its fullest, always cultivating his creative skills as a brilliant artist and a gourmet cook. An avid traveler, he loved antiquing and spending summers in Cape Cod. He was a parishioner of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. John is survived by his mother, Florence M. Gigliotti, who shared his home; his adopted son, John Stroup of Utica; his best friend, Dale DeStefanis; his cousin, Vinzenia “Chancey” Militano of NJ; and his godmother and aunt, Betty Marchesino Bovi of Sherrill, NY. Also surviving are his brothers and sisters-in-law, Louis J. and Laurice (Dowe) Gigliotti, Thomas and Phyliss (Conte) Gigliotti, and Ronald L. Gigliotti, Sr., all of Utica; his nieces and nephews, including Doreen Balls of Deerfield, Thomas, Jr. and Lauri Gigliotti of PA, Elizabeth and John Aliasso of Fayetteville, Lisa and Michael Giaramita of Long Island, Jackie Gigliotti of FL, and Ronald Gigliotti, Jr. of Utica. In addition, he leaves his great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and many special friends. The family extends sincere appreciation to Linda Colangelo and Elle Normat for their care and friendship throughout the years. In keeping with John’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his Memorial Mass which will be celebrated on Saturday morning, January 19th at 11:30 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the service. By family request, please omit floral offerings. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

John Robert Gigliotti

June 27, 1939 - January 9, 2008