John Petrella

John Petrella, age 82, of Palm Bay, Florida passed away on Friday, February 25, 2022. John was born April 1, 1939 in Newark, NJ. John served in the U.S Navy. After his service, he began his life long career at Anheuser-Busch Inc. in Newark N.J., for 20 years before transferring to Upstate, N.Y. where he was a vital part of the start up of the Baldwinsville Brewery. He retired from Anheuser-Busch Inc., as a Maintenance Engineer in 1994.

He is survived by children: Bernadette (Randy) Sabo of Baldwinsville, N.Y.; John (Shirley Ann) of Perrineville, N.J.; Michele (David) Testa of Utica, N.Y.; Danielle (Kevin) Donhauser of Baldwinsville, N.Y. Grandchildren: Jennifer, Paul, Heather, Corinne, Brittany, Samantha, Evan, and Ryan. Eight Great Grandchildren. Brothers: Ronald Petrella of Palm Bay, F.L., Gerald Petrella of Palm Bay, F.L., sister: Anna Dalla Valle of Palm City, F.L., and his Aunt "Honey" Luty.

He was predeceased by his wife, Joan R. Petrella; Grandson, John W. Petrella Jr.; his brother, Louis Petrella and Son-in-law, Steven Tompkins.

Memorial Services for John will be held Monday, March 7, 2022 at 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Fountainhead Funeral Home, 7359 Babcock Street SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FountainheadFuneralHome.com for the Petrella family. Family requests that in name of John Petrella any donations will be made to Hospice of St. Francis Reflections.