John
L.
Ioia
John L. Ioia, age 81, of Fort Myers , FL, passed peacefully surrounded by family on August
28, 2022.
John was born in Philadelphia, PA and grew up in South Philadelphia. He graduated from
Bishop Neuman High School before joining the Navy. Upon receiving his honorable
discharge, he applied and was accepted to the Philadelphia Fire Academy. Upon graduation
John would ultimately serve 42 years, and would attain the rank of Battalion Chief. At the
time of his promotion to Chief, he was the youngest member of the department to receive
that rank. John, not to be known as a one trick pony, also coached the Germantown
Academy High School Boys Ice Hockey team. He was proud of his email address,
GA100games, as he won over 100 games in his 15-year tenure. This of course did not
include the many Keystone State Game gold medals and out of State summer
championships.
Beloved Husband for 60 years of the late Mary Ann (nee Berenato); Loving Father of John
(Stacey) Ioia and Stephanie (Anthony) Fusco; Dear Grandfather of Alyssa, Abigail and John
W. Ioia and Furio and Gustavo Fusco. Brother of Anthony (Jean) Ioia and also survived by
Nieces, Nephews, and his dearest companion Shaggy. Relatives and friends are invited to
his viewing FRIDAY morning from 9:30 to 11:00am at St. Richard’s Church, 3010 S. 18th
Street. Funeral Mass to follow viewing at 11:00am. Interment at a later date Resurrection
Cemetery