Obituary: John R. Coschignano, 66, of Oyster Bay

John R. Coschignano, Sr., of Oyster Bay and Delray Beach, FL, died suddenly on March 7 at age 66.

Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth. Loving father of John (Kim), Steven (Sandra), Mary and the late Michael.

Cherished grandfather to Rosalie, Julia, and Peter. Son of the late Peter and Nancy. Brother of the late Nancy Monaco, Peter (Pauline), and Joseph (Fay), as well as many loving nieces and nephews. His entire life was dedicated to helping others. John was always just a phone call away. John was a dedicated member of many organizations including the Knights of Columbus, Italian American Mutual Aid Society, and The Sons of Italy.

John was a true car enthusiast and founder of J&B Auto Repair. Having been an auto mechanic his whole life, he loved fixing and restoring old cars, as well as attending car shows. He was a friend to all and always kept busy. Whether he was baking and delivering cookies or riding security patrol through his community, John will forever missed.

I'm lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, or Trust Bridge Hospice (5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407)

Funeral Information

Visiting at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home Inc. 293 South Street Oyster Bay Saturday 7-9 p.m. Sunday 2-4, 7-9 p.m.Funeral Mass Monday 10:30 St. Dominic's R.C. Chapel. Interment to follow St. Patrick's R.C.Cemetery Huntington