Born August 22, 1948 in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Edward and Rose Marie Grabon. After his schooling in Philadelphia, he met his future wife, Patricia Eileen Faul. They married and moved to the shore of New Jersey. After settling in Ventnor, NJ, John took a job with Spencer Gifts. He worked for the company until his retirement. His job transferred him to Charlotte, NC in 1995. John and his wife Pat bought a house on the 13th fairway of Raintree Country Club.
John was an avid golfer and was a member of Raintree till his passing. He spent many of his days playing golf with his friends, telling them about his family, and truly trying to improve his score. His other passion was the Philadelphia sports teams especially the Phillies and the Eagles.
The joy of John’s life was his family and golfing. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who attended all school and sports activities. He lived to help break down the game after its conclusion so improvement could be attained.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia; two children, his daughter, Jennifer Eileen Dunn of Roanoke,VA and her husband Steve Dunn; and Christopher Michael Grabon (Chris) and his wife Marci of Fort Mill, SC; and one beloved grandchild, Daniel Christopher Grabon (Danny).
He was preceded in death by three brothers, Edward, William, and Michael. He is survived by one brother George Grabon and his wife Marie of Cherry Hill, NJ. One brother-in-law Jerry Faul and his wife Kathy. He also had many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and many cousins.
A private viewing will be held by his immediate family at McEwen- Pineville Chapel
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.McEwenPinevilleChapel.com for the Grabon family.
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