John B. Gagliardi, 58, passed away November 1, 2011 in Niagara Hospice House. Born April 9, 1953 in Lockport he is the son of Stella (Kropp) Gagliardi of Lockport and the late John Gagliardi, Jr. John worked for Sta-Dry System in Lockport where he was a foreman. He was an avid fan of the Buffalo Bills, Sabres and New York Yankees. John enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Besides his mother John is the loving father of Rachael (Peter) Trombley and the late Elizabeth Gagliardi; beloved grandfather of McKayla and Samantha-Rae Trombley; dearest brother of Diane (Michael) Few, Michael (Ro) Gagliardi, Lori (Jeffrey) Bull, Peter Gagliardi, Teresa Schultz and the late Joanne Gajewski; brother-in-law of Paul Gajewski; predeceased by nephew Paul John Gajewski; survived by many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may call Friday 3-7 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport where funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 AM. In Lieu of flowers, memorials to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094, would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com.

Visitation

Relatives and friends may call Friday 3-7 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport.

Services

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 AM in the funeral home.