John R. Almonte Sr.

John R. Almonte Sr. 96, of Jefferson died peacefully Saturday November 21, 2020 in the Sterling Village Center. His wife of 70 Years Grace (Locantore-Braio) Almonte died April 22, 2017. John is survived by a son John R. Almonte Jr., and a daughter Marilyn Downey. He was the proud grandfather to Kathleen Downey, Thomas Downey and his wife Vickie, Rebecca Groccia and her husband Jarrett, and Michael Almonte and his wife Lisa. John also leaves his great grandchildren Lilly and Sophia Groccia, and Natalie and Melanie Almonte. John also leaves a sister Rita Turo,and his brother in laws Anthony Locantore, John Pultorak and Nicholas Cammuso and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by brothers and sisters, Orlando, Pasquale, Joseph, Albert, Beatrice and Julia.

John was born in Worcester son of the late Angelo and Rose (Zannotti) Almonte and has lived in Jefferson for many years. He was a graduate of Commerce High School and served briefly in the Army. He was the Superintendent at the Worcester Country Club and the Oak Hill Golf Course for over 25 years before he retired. He enjoyed shopping, gardening and taking care of his lawn, Although his most treasure times was when he was with his family especially his grandchildren,

Calling hours for John will be held on Wednesday November 25, from 4PM to 6PM in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 370 Plantation St. A service will be held at 6PM after the calling hours in the Funeral Home. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to  Veterans Inc. 69 Grove St Worcester Ma.01605.in the memo, contributions to the Atlantic Dippers in memory of John Almonte. To leave a message of condolence or share a special memory of John please visit his memorial site at mercadantefuneral.com  Masks and social distancing in the funeral home must be observed.