He was born on December 9, 1935 in Tamroy, WV a proud son of Franco and Adelina Lancianese. He was the youngest of seven siblings, of which four, George, Albert, Angelo and James preceded him in death. He is survived by his brother Pasco Lancianese of Bradley, WV and sister, June Murphy, of Hampton, Virginia.
John was a graduate of Mt. Hope High School and was an armed forces veteran serving a tour in the United States Air Force. He spent is working life in various coal related occupations throughout southern West Virginia.
John is survived by his partner, Sue Keeney, her children Lee and Ann, his five children John Jr. of West Palm Beach, FL, Frank of Crossville, TN, Jeff of Valdosta, GA, James of Floyd, VA , Susan Chapman of West Palm Beach, FL and the mother of his children, Carolyn. He was also the proud grandfather to 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
He touched the lives of so many and will be missed by all!
Rest in peace, Dad!
No services will be held.
Private online condolences and other expressions of sympathy may be directed to the family via our guestbook at www.roseandquesenberry.net
Arrangements are by Rose and Quesenberry Funeral Home, 1901 South Kanawha Street, Beckley, WV.