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John Edward "Wisty" Coll

August 04, 1928 - January 12, 2021

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Obituary For John Edward "Wisty" Coll

Age 92, peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, of Pleasant Hills, formerly of Greenfield.

Beloved husband of 60 years to Beverly J. (Huff); loving father of Patrick (Lori), Kathleen (Tom) Redpath and James (Kari); proud pappy of Michael (Abigail Nath), Zachary, Emily, Samuel, Sarah and Finn; brother of Sister Marionette Coll I.H.M; predeceased by his eight siblings. Also survived by in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. John proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII and with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Visitations will be held privately. Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church on Monday, January 18, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Due to the current public health crisis, masks and social distancing guidelines must be adhered to. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the Sisters of I.H.M., I.H.M. Center, 2300 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509.

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  • January 18, 2021

    What a truly wonderful man, so full of life and always wearing that big smile welcoming family, friends & strangers. The world was definitely a better place because he was in it...... with loving thoughts & prayers for all the family and for John's definite ascent to Heaven.....Heaven has gained such a wonderful soul! Love - Debbie Holliday

  • January 18, 2021

    Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the entire Coll family. We will always remember his smile and ability to tell a funny story that was sure to make you laugh.. He will certainly be missed but not forgotten. Paul and Terri Majetic and Family

  • January 17, 2021

    All of our condolences and prayers for God's comfort and healing to the Coll family. Sincerely, Jim Quillen and family

  • January 17, 2021

    I will never forget flying to California for Super Bowl 14 with My uncle Red and aunt Rita Small with Wisty and Huffy. We sang it never rains in southern California and shared a great trip. I also cherish the memories of Wisty at the Marty Small open in Conneaut. Rest easy Wisty you are loved and missed. Scott Quillen

  • January 16, 2021

    We are so sad to learn of Wisty's passing! I was standing in front of St.Rosalia Church on Friday when I found out ! How appropriate that I was in Greenfield ,where we all grew up , and loved to reminisce about so many things with Wisty when we would run into him and Huffy at St.E's ! That's how we will always remember him! Smiling Irish Eyes-and happy all the time! You were the Best, John Wisty Coll ,and we will miss you! GodBless, Mary B. And Richie Clydesdale

  • January 16, 2021

    Wisty, You will be deeply missed especially on our Holiday celebrations... We will miss that Big Smile of Yours at our Table..........God Bless the Coll family ..........Deepest Sympathy..... Toni ,Fran and Joe Bobcheck

  • January 15, 2021

    I'm so glad that you made it out to CA for Nicole's wedding. You made an unforgettable impression on many of the guests who still ask about you!! Such a great time and I'm just so happy that we had that chance and I will always cherish those memories. Love from your many fans and family in CA . Happy trails until we meet again! Lynn

  • January 13, 2021

    As Wisty ,has fallen asleep in Christ.We do not mourn as those that have no hope! We are confident to seeing you again May the heart of God bless the family at this time Matt Aloisio