John J. Moderski

December 11, 1936 - September 14, 2017

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Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish, Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church

500 Greentree Rd.

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856 881-0909 |

Tuesday 9/19, 9:30 am - 11:15 am

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Tuesday 9/19, 11:30 am

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New St. Mary's Cemetery

515 W. Browning Road

Bellmawr, NJ 08031

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John J. Moderski, Sr., on September 14, 2017, of Washington Twp. Age 80. Beloved husband of Dorothy C. (nee Remshard). Devoted father of John J., Jr. (Claire), James J. (Lisa) and Thomas J. (Kristen). Loving grandfather of John, III, Michael, Matthew, James, Jr., Alexandra, Thomas, Jr., Victoria and the late Heather.
John (his grandkids call him “Pop”) was born in Philly. He graduated from South East High School in 1954. He served in the Army and worked for Amoco Oil Company for 30 years. When we moved to New Jersey, he became active in Our Lady of Lourdes Church and was an usher at Sunday Mass for 30 years.

Pop enjoyed golf and bowling and really enjoyed family vacations at the beach, and he liked to watch sports, especially the Philadelphia teams. He played the saxophone and the accordion and was a member of Hegeman String Band. He was also a really good weekend mechanic; he knew a lot about cars and taught my brothers and I how to fix them.

Above all else, he loved his family and especially his grandchildren. This will have generational impacts; my brothers and I are good fathers because of our father and we know our children will be good parents because of us; Pop set the standard.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Tuesday 9:30 – 11:15 AM at Mary Mother of Mercy Parish – Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church, 500 Greentree Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028. Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 AM. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery, Williamstown.

In lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory may be made to Mary Mother of Mercy Parish at the address above.

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Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish, Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church

500 Greentree Rd.

Glassboro, NJ 08028

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There are two types of fathers-in-law. The first type are those who behave like real fathers-in-law. The second type is mine, a true father, Pop. Pop was always a father to me. He was generous beyond words but the most treasured gifts he could have given me are the Love, Loyalty and Virtues that he has instilled in his son. He has taught his son how to be an awe- inspiring man. Pop gave my son the gift of true unconditional love and kindness. He has taught Tj that there is nothing in this world more valuable than your family. During one of our family vacations he said, "don't ever let Timmy distance himself from his brothers." He didn't want petty issues to rip his boys apart. Those words will stay with me forever. He has also given Tj the gift of intelligence. Tj has inherited his smarts and heart. Pop generously gave Victoria that feisty Moderski spirit. That Philadelphia mentality that says, "If you threaten me, I will take you out now, and ask questions later." She is the life of the party. She fights strong and loves even stronger and boy do the MODERSKI genes run strong. He gave Victoria the gift of unconditional love. No matter what she said or did he made sure she knew that she was loved. Before he left us he held Tims hand and said, "I love her so much, don't you ever try and change her!" He even gained the trust and love of NicoPico. I can't even describe the slobber that he endured for that dog. It is because of him that I strive to be a better wife, mother and daughter. Thank you Pop, I will cherish these gifts for a life time. I have truly never met a better man. I miss you dearly and I love you with all of my heart.

Uncle Sonny I will miss you. I'm sorry I couldn't make it to your service :disappointed: RIP luv you Leenie.

Tim, Kristen, and family, Words can not express our sadness over the loss of Pop. I will always remember him fondly at all your holiday, birthday, or "just because" gatherings. He always had a smile and a laugh and the joy he had being around his family was always evident! I'd often see him smiling and watching the grandkids run around in the back yard or in the pool. He would laugh even if they were doing something they weren't supposed to and you could just see the pride and love all over him at those gatherings. He was just so content surrounded by his family every single time I ever saw him. I'm so happy that I was able to witness that never ending love at each and every gathering. He really was a great man and I truly hope all of your fond memories will bring a smile to your face in this devastating loss. We love you all and are here if there is anything we can do. Thank you for sharing Pop with us throughout the years, he was truly one in a billion. I am honored to have had the chance to know him. All our love, Sean & Sue

John, Claire and Family. We are so sorry for your loss. Joe & Terry Kelly

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.