John Rinko Obituary
We bid farewell to John Rinko of Saratoga Springs, New York, born in Herkimer, New York, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 17, 2024 at the age of 92. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Rinko to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Michael Rinko and Anna Rinko (Kovalchik); his siblings, Anthony, Joseph, George, Mary, Paul and Michael Jr.; and his son George.
He is survived by: his wife Jean Elizabeth Cooley Rinko of East Herkimer, NY; his children, Diane Rinko-Gay (William), Carol Santoro (Ian), John Rinko, Jr. (Valarie) and Mary Oefelein (Michael); his grandchildren, Timothy, Catherine, Tabitha, Austin, Colin, Emily, Michael, Alicia, Erin, Kyle and Meagan; and his sisters-in-law, Mary Kate Rinko and Jean Cooley Meyer. He is also survived by many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in John's honor to The New York chapter of SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving) at https://www.sadd.org.
