John A. Pertell

September 19, 1954 - December 20, 2021

John Anthony Pertell Sr.; age 67, passed on from this life into eternal life on Monday, December 20th 2021 at Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville, New York. Residing in Hope, NY, he was born on September 19th, 1954, in Brooklyn - New York, to James and Lillian Pertell. He was a 1972 graduate of Long Island City High School. John had an incredibly extensive job history and experience in many fields. Two of the most prominent being a New York City Fireman in the Bronx - E84/L34: And a truck driver for many companies for over 40 years, Power Pallet being the most recent company. He is predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his Wife and Soulmate of over 50 years, Debbie Ann Pertell; His three children, John Pertell Jr. (wife Lani), Christopher Pertell (wife Nykole), and Nicole Pertell; His nine grandchildren, Alyssa, Damon, Christopher, Lilli, John, Emily, James, Jet, and Freya; His siblings, James Pertell (wife Diane), Jane Pedota, and Judith Pertell; This list could continue to fill a book compiled of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends as close as blood. The amount of lives that John touched is incomprehensible. Having the honor of meeting him leaves a feeling of genuine warmth and compassion; a powerful memory that roots itself deep in your heart. John was the most faithful Warrior of God, saving and touching countless people on this Earth. Giving the shirt off of his back or the last dollar to his name, there isn’t anything he wouldn’t do to help his family, friends, or a stranger he had just met. John Pertell’s love and memory will live on for generations to come. Big John is now on a long Motorcycle ride on the streets of gold. His soul will rest peacefully in The Kingdom of Heaven, until we meet again. Live Long & Prosper. Family and friends are invited to visitation on Monday December 27, 2021 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Northville Funeral Home, 401 Bridge Street, Northville. A service will also be held in the spring on May 6, 2022 at the Northville Baptist Church with burial to follow in Algonquin Cemetery, Wells. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.northvillefuneralservice.com. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the family to help offset funeral expenses. https://gofund.me/c6867002