John Rebiero Jr.

John Rebiero Jr. beloved husband, father, and Vovo, age 90, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, March 22nd. He was born on September 21, 1933 in Tracy, CA to John and Faustina Rebiero. As a young boy he moved to the Westport Area of Modesto. At the age of 18, he served in the US Army in Korea. He was married to the love of his life, Marie, for 65 years. John worked at Gallo Winery in the bottling department where he retired as a foreman after 35 years. For over 60 years, he worked alongside his wife on their almond ranch. John was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Stanislaus County Farm Bureau, Blue Diamond Almond Growers, and was an active member of the Modesto Portuguese Pentecost Association for over 58 years. He served as President of the MPPA in 1973. He was very proud of his Portuguese heritage and passed down the traditions to his family. John had a strong presence about him and was well respected. He will be fondly remembered for his big smile, dedication to his family, and love for his ranch. Everyone was always welcomed in his home with a glass of Gallo wine, a smile, and stories. He was always there to help his family and friends. He loved going to MPPA events to visit with his friends, and taking trips to Pismo and Avila beach with his family. He was passionate about his almond trees and being outdoors. During his retirement, one of his favorite pastimes was helping his grandchildren show dairy heifers at the Stanislaus County Fair. He loved playing with his great grandchildren and being able to make them laugh. He is preceded in death by his wife, Marie Rebiero, parents John and Faustina Rebiero, brother Tony, and sisters Genevieve, Lilian, and Rosemary. He is survived by his daughters Sandy Rebiero and Renee Atwood (Tony). Grandchildren Brandon Rebiero (Kristine), Jon Rebiero (Dawna), Ashley Herz (Bryan), and Hailey Atwood. Great-grandchildren, Gianna, Genevieve, Joseph, Jack, Ava, and baby Herz on the way. Brothers Frankie Rebiero (Celia), Jim Rebiero, Joseph Rebiero (Jessie). A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with the Rosary following at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Turlock Funeral Home, 425 N Soderquist Rd, Turlock. The funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at St. Stanislaus Church, 709 J Street, Modesto. Following mass, John will be laid to rest at the Turlock Memorial Park. Donations can be made in memory of John to Westport Fire Department, 5160 S Carpenter Rd, Modesto, CA 95358 or MPPA, Attn: Scholarship Fund, PO Box 578610 Modesto, CA 95357.

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John Rebiero Jr.

September 21, 1933 - March 22, 2024