Condolence From: Carolyn McGowan
Condolence: Mrs. Amabile and family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your husband/father. I first met your family growing up in Spring Lake Heights and coaching Nicole in Little League(The Rookies). Mrs. Amabile you took time out of your busy schedule to type up my first resume. Student teaching at Wall High School in the fall of 1982 brings back nice memories of watching Mr. Amabile coach and joining your family in celebrating such a successful season. I followed Mr. Amabile's coaching journey through the papers, again I am sorry for you loss. Sincerely, Carolyn McGowan
Monday April 30, 2012
Condolence From: Bill and Maggie Robinson
Condolence: Dear Sue and family,
En route from Florida, we heard the news about John and wanted to send our heart felt condolences to you and your family. It was wonderful to be together at the 50th with the old gang. I will always remember #22.
We will keep you in our prayers,
Bill and Maggie
Friday April 27, 2012
Condolence From: John & Grace Squeo
Condolence: Dear Sue & family,
We returned from California yesterday to learn of John's death. We are shocked and deeply sorry. May your beautiful family and your precious memories be a source of comfort always.
With love from,
Grace & John
Friday April 27, 2012
Condolence From: HUMROY V. BENJAMIN
Condolence: wow, this is so unbelievable to me seeing coach amabile like this. i have so many fond memories throughout my high school years with coach amabile. funny how time seems to fly....now i know how coach A, discovered and influenced me to throw the javelin!! i remember so clear how he told me that i was a natural at it but i never really took it further...i wish i had. coach A, you will always be remember and respected by myself and countless more. godspeed and farewell dear friend and coach.
Friday April 27, 2012
Condolence From: Roberta (Moore) and Jack Rice
Condolence: Our deepest sympathies to the Amabile family. May the memories you created and the love you shared provide comfort to all of you.
Thursday April 26, 2012
Condolence From: Scott Harley
Condolence: Dear Coach A and Family you mean so much to many that you have touched through teaching and coaching. You have changed many life's for the better and you have pushed people to do things that they never thought they can do you have a special place in my heart and all the lesson that you have given me will be given to someone else. Pride Tempo and Intensity RED and Black forever Scott Harley 44
To the Family my Condolences go to you
Thursday April 26, 2012
Condolence From: Josh Henson
Condolence: It is impossible to adequately express in words what needs to be said for a life lived so well and so in keeping with the ideal of the Greeks of antiquity that one should leave this world a better place for having been there. That John Amabile clearly did. Those of us who have been touched by him or his family are doubtless unanimous in feeling that those qualities of honor, friendship and love that he inspired in others will carry him with the greatest of dignity into eternity.
Thursday April 26, 2012
Condolence From: Kevin K. Blue
Condolence: My thought and prayers go out to the family. Coach Amabile was a great inspiration to me and many other students over the years. He will be greatly missed by all. Deepest Sympathy Kevin K. Blue
Wednesday April 25, 2012
Condolence From: Patrick McGowan
Condolence: To the Amabile Family, My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Wednesday April 25, 2012
Condolence From: Sal Busacca
Condolence: John Amabile,
The many years we taught at Neptune HS seem so distant now...but when I think of how friendly and helpful you were, they come back as clearly as yesterday. You were a genuine man, uniquely interested in furthering your students hopes and dreams. Nothing was too difficult for you. No matter the effort or trouble. I
have especially fond memories of our favorite cooking methods discussions, restaurant critiques and wine evaluations. You were indeed a versatile guy! I am better for having known you, and am proud to have been your friend. May God bless you and your family.
Wednesday April 25, 2012
Condolence From: Debbie Simon
Condolence: To the Amabile Family, Many fond memories of Coach John over the past 35 years. He had a charisma that touched all the lifes that he knew. Our deepest sympathy... Debbie Simon and Tom Westen
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Annettte Fasciano
Condolence: Sue and Family, My deepest sympathy at the loss of John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Annette Fasciano Sam & Tanna Fasciano
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Francis Piscal Jr
Condolence: My deepest sympathies to the entire Amabile Family.
Mr. Amabile and my father were connected through football. They were standouts at St. Peter's and BC.
After their playing days ended, they remained good friends for 50 years. I'm extremely grateful for Coach Amabile's generosity in my development as a quarterback. His time and energy never wavered.
Sincerely,
Francis Piscal Jr.
Seattle, WA
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Tim & Mary Ann Rooney
Condolence: Dear Sue and family;
Mary Ann and I so very sorry that the health issues that John faced with great courage and patience finally prevailed. My most memorable friends were football guys like John who loved and respected all the good things about football: the the teaching, the innovative concepts, sharing his knowledge, leadership, winning (much) with humility, losing (rarely) with grace, and most importantly providing a daily example to youg men how to live life with honor and goodness. I am so very happy, Sue, that my path crossed yours and John's.
Tim Rooney
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: STAN & LIZ CZARNIK
Condolence: OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE LOST OF A WONDERFUL HUSBAND, FATHER AND MAN.
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Kathy Tice
Condolence: You have no idea of how many lives you have changed....you were an amazing football coach! My son played for 11 years and you were his coach at Allentown his junior year.....You were the best coach he ever had...You changed him as a player! I only knew you and your wife for a year....tooo short...I love you both!
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Howard Bright
Condolence: Thanks Coach Amabile for the lessons you taught me on the field and in life. RIP!
Howard Bright Class of 1980
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Matty & Sue Tomo
Condolence: Dear Sue & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
He was a great coach and person, he will truly be missed, he touched so many lives. We enjoyed the times we had with you and John when Matty coached with him. Love Matty & Sue Tomo
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Pardo Spedaliere
Condolence: Sue and Family- Please accept my deepest and most heart felt concolences on the passing of John. He was my footbal coach at Dickinson High School in Jerssey City in 1966 & 1967. His teachings and caring where an inspiration to me throughout my life. I cared for and respected him very much. He was a great football coach but a greater father and husband. His passing will be deeply felt. Unfortunately due to my own poor health I will be unable to attend the wake or the Mass. My prayers are with you all-God Bless--Pardo
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Sheila Morrissey (Maliff)
Condolence: Dear John and Family,
Deepest sympathies to you on your loss. May your memories bring you comfort in this difficult time.
Sheila Morrissey (Maliff)
Tuesday April 24, 2012
Condolence From: Trevor Halbert
Condolence: Wall High never knew a Winner like him until he came, and certainly hasn't since. Thank you for that Mr. A. My heart felt condolences to his family which includes all the lucky ones who played for him. RIP
Monday April 23, 2012
Condolence From: Edward Lowe
Condolence: Mrs. A and Family- I am so sorry for your loss and so disappointed in not being able to make it. You have heard me express what an impression Coach made on me! I am so glad to have been able to stand at his side as a player, and more importantly to me, as a coach and a friend! He will live on in my heart and my words and actions. If you ever need anything, I'll be there as I know he was for me!
Monday April 23, 2012