John F. Racano, 68, of Staten Island, NY passed away on June 1st, 2020. Born on March 21st, 1952 to Frances and Vito Racano in Staten Island, NY. After graduating highschool in 1968 he went on to serve in the Navy. After discharge he became a mechanic for NYC Transit Authority where he worked until he retired. John is survived by his younger brother Vincent Racano, grand children; Gerard, Danielle and Amanda DeMary along with his step sons Louis and Gerard DeMary and his three great grandchildren; Ava, Isabella and Aiden and his daughter in law Joanne Rittmeyer. John was widowed by his loving wife Patricia DeMary Racano who passed away March 20th, 2018. He enjoyed working on his antique cars and motorcycles. John was always a prankster and a stand up man and loved spending time with his two dogs; Pete and Betsy who were like his children. He was a one of kind and a fighter who never gave up.