We send our deepest condolences. We were able to view the entire funeral service virtually.

So very sorry for Ellen, and the entire Congo family, for their loss of John.

Flo and Stuart, Neighbors

Aunt Ellen, Michelle, Dorene and Christine,

Words cannot truly express how much we admired and respected Uncle Johnny. He was an amazing, husband, father and grandfather. He was also kind and generous to everyone. He had an outstanding personality and an even bigger heart. His memory will never be forgotten. Please know that you are all in our prayers and that we wish you much love and comfort.

Love,

Debbie, James, Lauren and James

Dear Ellen, Lou and I are so sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Love, Augusta and Lou!❤️

Dearest Aunt Ellen, Michelle, Dorene and Christine,

It is not often that someone is so remarkable that they are able to make an impact on the lives of everyone they meet. In the case of Uncle Johnny however, this is exactly what has occurred. His intelligence, personality and heart has always shown through. As a little girl I thought that he was amazing. He was able to fix just about anything and was always willing to take on a challenge. Perhaps the biggest thing that stood out to me though, was his calm and assured demeanor. I don’t think that I ever saw him angry or upset. He always had the answers and somehow knew how to make things better. As an adult, I can’t help but think about the wonderful times that we shared and just how welcoming and attentive he was whenever we visited. Above all else, it is his love of his family that I admired most. He always went above and beyond to establish the type of deep and enduring relationships that have lasted a lifetime. I am so sorry that you have to endure this pain. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Johnny will be remembered for the wonderful man that he was and forever remain in our memories and hearts.

All Our Love,

Denise, Lance and Ryan

Dear Aunt Ellen, Michelle, Doreen and Christine,

The video was beautiful and memorialized a life well lived! Keep all these special memories going forever and as hard as it is, know Uncle Johnny enjoyed every minute on earth. I can only imagine the welcome party he received in heaven and I am sure my nanny was waiting for him with an ear of corn! Stay strong and we wish we could be there w/ you. Love Rudy and Dina

Dear Ellen,

My heart goes out to you and your family. The video tribute was beautiful.Everyone at Palmira who knew John will miss him terribly. My deepest Condolences, Debbie Turner

Ellen and Family,

25 years ago we met you and John in the hotel elevator during parents weekend at Lehigh. It was the beginning of a relationship when our children brought us together. It is such a small world that we both ended up in Bonita Springs and only a few miles apart.

John was a remarkable person, very talented and funny. He was a great husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather.

With your three daughters, he made their husbands feel like his own sons.

Our thoughts are with you and we will remember him always.

With love,

Brenda & Marc

This tear-jerking video tribute reflects poignantly the beautiful life you have shared. John's attitude was infectious; even if there was bad news, I don't recall him letting it keep him down. Gosh, I remember the pipes bursting here in your beautiful home at Metedeconk Lakes while you were wintering at your home in Florida. Ceiling and walls badly damaged. Yet, you took it all in stride, did what had to be done, and continued to enjoy that wonderful adventure called life. There is not much that you two wonderful souls have not shared - many precious memories of friends and travel - including your can-do attitude about life's challenges. God has blessed you with a beautiful family, and family is what it is all about for you both. No matter what else, it has always been family first. Your legacy is the love and values that you have instilled in your children and grandchildren. John will be sorely missed - but thankfully only for awhile - for it is certain that because John accepted the gift of Jesus Christ that you, my dearest Ellen (having also accepted this gift which is available to all of God's creation) will one day again be reunited with all your family members and friends who, likewise, have departed but had also exercised their choice to love and honor Jesus Christ. What a day of rejoicing that will be! In the meantime, all who love you will seek to comfort you through this incredibly difficult time; we will sorely miss that infectious smile and those numerous occasions when we would marvel at the skill of our friend who could make or fix just about anything! Until we meet again, John, it is a comfort to know you are resting in God's perfect love.

Dear Ellen & Family,

Let me start by saying what a beautiful tribute of wonderful pictures of your life together ❤️ it brought tears to my eyes. John was such a lovely and funny guy and he will be missed by so many. His enthusiasm to life was contagious and it was always fun playing tennis with him and being in his presence. May God Rest his soul and may God be with all of you during this most difficult time of loss and sorrow. Gary and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers and may the memory of your sweet Johnny be in your heart for eternity.

Love, Tammy & Gary

During this incredibly difficult time, know that our thoughts, prayers and love are with the Congo family.

Uncle Johnny’s work ethic, wit and charm and love of life will always remain alive and strong in the beautiful family he leaves behind. God Bless

Anthony, Donna & Rose Dacunti

I am heartbroken to hear that John has passed. I will remember him as as an exuberant, happy soul. Words cannot adequately express my sorrow.

Dear Ellen my heartfelt thoughts go out to you and the entire family in this time of sorrow. I can still see John moving on the tennis court with all his efforts getting the ball over the net.

Dear Ellen and Family,

Dale and I send our sincerest condolences. Johnny always made us laugh and I enjoyed playing tennis with both of you. Johnny will be very missed.

Sincerely, Donna and Dale Szakats

So sorry for the loss of John. We only knew him for a short time but we found him to be a true gentleman and extremely devoted to his family. He enjoyed playing tennis and was fun to talk to about anything. We send our condolences to his wife Ellen, children and grandchildren and to his brother George. May he Rest in God's Eternal Peace.

Richie and Kathy Kuberski