Dan Gracia
Just today, July 16th found out that Johnny was gone. My wife worked as a Florist at Hillsdale Mall for years. He'd come by every day and he became a great friend. They would often eat lunch together and he introduced her to all his football friends. He came to our get family and work get togethers and as often as not took over the barbecue grill. You could always count on his glorious smile and he was a joy to be around.
Last we had heard, his kidney transplant was a success and he was finally free of that machine. And he looked so good. My wife is devastated and we haven't told the kids yet. They are going to be very upset that their Uncle Johnny is gone! He touched our hearts by sharing his. We miss him dearly and will forever remember his magnificent smile face and his love of football.
Dan and Pam Gracia, with Casey, David, and Chip.