John Corio, 84, of Worcester passed away March 4th 2012 in the University of Massachusetts Hospital after an illness. John was born December 18, 1927, a son of Gaetano and Adelaide (Ranucci) Corio. He joined the U.S. Navy to serve his country during World War II. He has lived here all his life. John worked in the family business Corio Brothers Construction before retiring. John is survived by a brother Frank Corio on the Cape and Connie DiTaranto of Worcester. Nieces, nephews and extended family. Funeral services and burial in the family lot in St John Cemetery will be private. There are no calling hours. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family with arrangements.