John Joseph Grillo's obituary , Passed away on September 4, 2025 in Greenville, North Carolina

John Joseph Grillo

March 20, 1928 - September 4, 2025 (97 years old)

Greenville, North Carolina

John Joseph Grillo's obituary , Passed away on September 4, 2025 in Greenville, North Carolina

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Smith Funeral Service & Crematory

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John Joseph Grillo

March 20, 1928 - September 4, 2025 (97 years old)

Greenville, North Carolina

John Joseph Grillo Obituary

We bid farewell to John Joseph Grillo of Greenville, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 4, 2025 at the age of 97. John Joseph touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Vincenzo "James" Grillo and Jennie Grillo (Brienza); his wife Theresa Ann Carnevale; his daughter Joanne O'Brien (Gerald); his granddaughter Stephanie Grillo; and his siblings, Charles Grillo (Joan), James Grillo (Barbara) and Marilyn Losito (John).

He is survived by: his sons, Kenneth P. Grillo (Irene) of Huntington Station, NY, John J. Grillo (Christine) of Ayden, NC, Steven Grillo (Trefalyn Mary) of Ronkonkoma, NY and Gregg W. Grillo (Heather) of Greenville, NC; and his brother Joseph Grillo of Corona, NY. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even a great-great grandchild.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Funeral Service & Crematory



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Sep 09

Visitation

Smith Funeral Service
605 Country Club Dr, Greenville, NC 27834

Tue

Sep 09

Visitation

Smith Funeral Service & Crematory
605 Country Club Dr, Greenville, NC 27834

Wed

Sep 10

Funeral Mass

St. Peter Catholic Church
2700 E 4th St, Greenville, NC 27858

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