John Jay Tavernia, 60, passed away, August 2, 2006. He was a beloved husband to Kathleen nee Mullin, his wife of 37 years, and devoted father to Michael, Andrew and Steven. He is also survived by his brothers; Robert and Richard. Jay was born in Yonkers, NY to John and Beverly Tavernia and has lived in Forida since 1978. He recently celebrated his 40th anniversary with the same comany, now Avaya Communications. Friends may visit from 2-4 & 6-9pm, Sunday at Boyd’s University Dr. Chapel. There will be a Prayer Service and Tributes of a Lifetime Service at 7:00pm Sunday at the funeral home. A Funeral mass will be held at St. Stephen Catholic Church Monday at 11:00am. Interment will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Valhalla, NY.
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Ellen Ways (Coral Springs FL US)
August 6, 2006, 12:00 am
Dear Michael and Steven,
My heartfelt condolences to you both at the sudden death of your father. May your memories of past family activities and events help console you in your loss.
Wishing you peaceful memories.
Ellen Ways
Janet Castle (New City NY US)
August 6, 2006, 12:00 am
Kathy,Bobby,Ricky,Michael,Steven and Andrew:You can’t believe how saddened we all are here in NY.We all are in shock, Jay’s Loss is felt even though we are miles apart. Jay was a great guy, and I would think of him and growing up often. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Love,Janet
Regina Jackson aka Reggie (Pembroke Pines FL US)
August 7, 2006, 12:00 am
With Deepest Sympathy,
I have known John over 10 years and it was a pleasure working with him. He always lend a helping hand to anyone. He’ll be missed by his work crew and friends.
Ellen Kelly (Yonkers NY US)
August 8, 2006, 12:00 am
Dear Kathy and boys,
I was so sad to read about Jay’s sudden death. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow. I remember many fond memories we shared. May you feel the loving arms of God surrounding you now. Please contact me when you feel up to it.
Love, Ellen
Joe Durning (Sudbury, MA Yonkers NY US)
August 10, 2006, 12:00 am
Dear Rick, Bobby, Kathy, Andrew, Michael, Steven, and family:
On behalf of the Durning family of Yonkers, I wish to express our deepest sympathies at the sudden loss of Jay. We have all of the Tavernia family in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace with Beverly and John in the care of Our Lord in heaven.
Sincerely,
Joe & Posy and all of the Glover Avenue Durnings
Michelle Thompson (Pittsburgh PA US)
August 10, 2006, 12:00 am
Dear Michael,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. With all the time we spent together in high school, its hard to believe we haven’t spoken in over fifteen years! May the peace of Christ be with you, especially now. Please know that you are loved and in my prayers every day.
Peace,
Michelle Thompson Meyer
Frederick Scaffidi (Mobile, Alabama AL US)
August 21, 2006, 12:00 am
Kathy,
Please accept my deepest sympathy after Jay’s untimely passing. I played youth ball with Jay, was a high school friend and teammate of Bobby’s, and friend of Ricky’s. I will keep you in my thoughts.
bruce ranallo (yonkers NY US)
August 28, 2006, 12:00 am
To Kathy and family.Very sorry to hear about Jay. He, Bobby, and Rick are friends of mine for a long, long time. I always thought of Jay as a genuinely nice guy. He will be missed. Take care.
Marian Eves (Yonkers NY US)
September 6, 2006, 12:00 am
Dear Kathy and boys,
I am so sorry to hear about Jay, please know you are all in my prayers, we have known each other a long time, and you and Jay and the boys will always be in my heart, Love always, Marian and Jim and family
Michael Spremulli (Valdosta GA US)
September 22, 2006, 12:00 am
Dear Kathy, Michael, Andrew, and Steven. There seem to be no appropriate words to say during such a time like this. Know that Beth and I have you in our thoughts and are praying for all of you.
Jeanine Gembala (Sunrise FL US)
October 2, 2006, 12:00 am
Dear Andrew,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Know that you and your dad are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jeanine