John R. Wallo, proud veteran

It is with great sadness that the family of John R. Wallo announces his passing. He was 89. 

John will be lovingly remembered by his sons, John S. (Melissa) Wallo, Stephen L. (Jeannie) Wallo and Thomas Wallo; grandchildren, Stephanie M. Wallo, John M. Wallo, Jack Swihart and Blake Wallo; his brother Stephen (Kathy) Wallo; and numerous family and friends.

John was predeceased by his beloved wife Lucille of 55 years; daughter Lori Swihart (Robert); parents John and Anna; and his sister Rita Roman.

John was born in Northampton, Pa., and moved to Florida in 2020 from Millsboro, having previously lived in Manchester, Pa., where he raised his family. While working in civil service, a 30-plus year career, he also served as a Pennsylvania deputy game warden. John was an honorably discharged U.S. Air Force veteran, a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and served in various leadership positions in Boy Scouts of America. John was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus.

A Mass Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 21, at Mary Mother of Peace, 30839 Mt. Joy Road, Millsboro. Visitation with family and friends will begin at 10 a.m. John will be laid to rest at Delaware Veterans Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Catholic Charities, 404 S. Bedford St., Ste. 9, Georgetown, DE 19947.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting melsonfuneralservices.com.