John V. Setera

Mr. John V. Setera, age 89 and formerly of Utica, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2009 at the Episcopal Church Home or Rochester, NY. Born in Dunkirk, NY on March 10, 1920, John was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Giza) Setera. As a child, he and his family relocated to the Utica area where he was raised and educated. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, he served his country during World War II as a member of the 3rd Airborne Battalion. On April 26, 1947 he married the former Mary Bumbalo with whom he shared 48 years in a devoted union prior to her passing on June 25, 1995. During his early working life, John was employed by Bossert Manufacturing, Niagara Mohawk, and the New York Central Railroad. He subsequently held a position as a machinist with the Bendix Corporation for 30 years until his retirement. John was a dedicated family man, who cherished his wife, son, and daughter, and his grandsons. He was compassionate and always courteous to others’ needs. A true handyman, John was always busy maintaining his home, and was meticulous and creative in all his endeavors. He enjoyed listening to classical music of every genre and also political programs. He could be quite opinionated at times but maintained a good sense of humor. He was a parishioner of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. John is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Janice and William Start of Pittsford; his son, Kenneth J. Setera of Penfield; and his grandsons, Kenneth W. Start of NY City, and Gregory J. Start of Pittsburgh, PA. Survivors also include his nephews, Victor G. Bumbalo of CA, and Victor F. Beaumont of FL; and his sister-in-law, Constance “Connie” Bumbalo, formerly of Utica. He was predeceased by his sister, Marion Babcock; his brothers, Frank Setera, and Steven Setera; and his in-laws, Frank J. and Anna Bumbalo, and Guy and Mary Bumbalo. The family extends sincere thanks to Donna of Behr’s Homecare, LLC, Desi of Brentland Woods in Rochester, NY, Elton of the Episcopal Church Home in Rochester, and Steve of Hospice of Rochester; they brought much strength and courage to John during his final years and months. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00-6:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial contributions in John’s honor to Behr’s Homecare, LLC or the Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. John’s funeral service will commence on Thursday evening at 6:00 at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation with Rev. Felix Colosimo officiating. A committal service with Military Honors will be held at the convenience of the family with entombment in Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.

John V. Setera

March 10, 1920 - December 10, 2009