John L. Silvestro

John L. Silvestro was born Nov 15,1948 in Camden, NJ to the late Joseph Silvestro and Rena Gelsomini. John grew up on Trenton Ave in Camden, NJ. He went to Pine Point elementary school and graduated from Camden High School and received his high school diploma. John retired from Bonnell dress Company where he cut out patterns for prom and wedding dresses. He also worked for Buddy gas station in Camden, NJ where he drove his Harley Davidson motorcycle to work every day. John also caddied for wood crest country club.

He loved his jeep Cherokee trucks and especially the limited editions. John was a tough cookie and feared no one. He had one left hook you needed to watch out for. He loved to watch westerns movies, and his favorite shows were the voice and American idol. He loved Ashanti and Beyonce. John had a heart of gold.

He leaves behind his cherished daughter, Jennifer Silvestro, son in law, Alvin Redd Sr., 5 brothers,1 sister, 2 granddaughters; Ashley Silvestro, Essence Love, 4 grandsons; Tyrise Custis, Anthony Redd, Jalouie Silvestro, John Silvestro 3rd, 8 great grandchildren and a host of friends. John was preceded in death by his son, John Silvestro, Jr. and his grandson, Alvin Redd Jr. We love you Dad/Grandpop.

Family and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Monday, December 30th, 2024, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at LeRoy P. Wooster Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 White Horse Pike, Atco, NJ, with the service to start at 11:00 am.