John A. \u201cJack\u201d Saravitz, 79, of Scranton, passed away on Tuesday at home.<\/p>\n
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late John and Rose Mangione Saravitz and was a graduate of West Scranton High School. He was a member of Our Lady of Snows Church and its choir member and an Army veteran.<\/p>\n
Jack was a man who beat to his own drum with a big heart that was full of compassion. He was kind, thoughtful and cared about those who were less fortunate. Jack was a talented singer and drummer earning the nickname \u201cthe snare\u201d by other talented musicians. He will be missed by all who loved him and by all whose lives he touched.<\/p>\n
Surviving is his sister, Sylvia Tini, Scranton. Nephews, Ronald Tini and companion Lynne, Vandling, Richard Tini and wife Theresa and David Tini, all of Scranton. Great-nephew, Ronald Tini and companion Kelly, Scranton. Great-Great nephew, Emersyn. Many cousins.<\/p>\n
He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Ronald L. Tini.<\/p>\n
A Blessing service will be held on Wednesday at 11am at Savino Traditional Funerals and Cremation Care, 157 S. Main Ave, Scranton, Carl J. Savino, Jr., supervisor.<\/p>\n
Family and friends may pay their respects on Wednesday from 10:00am until the time of service at the funeral home.<\/p>\n
Interment, Cathedral Cemetery in Scranton.<\/p>\n
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