John J. "Jack" Schindo

John J. "Jack" Schindo, 93, died Thursday, June 23, 2016. He was born in Rye, NY, son of the late John and Margaret McKillop Schindo.

Following his graduation from Rye High School, Jack enlisted in the United States Navy as an apprentice seaman following the Pearl Harbor attack. His final tour of duty was in May 1957 aboard a heavy cruiser as Chief Petty Officer in the Mediterranean area. Following his discharge Jack worked for AMF (American Machine & Foundry) in York, PA where they were working on motorcycles for Harley Davidson and bombs for the Vietnam War. In 1972, Jack and his wife, Beverly purchased Sturm Bros. in Ithaca and along with their son, John, operated the store until their retirement in 1987. He was an avid bowler and golfer and was a former member of the Country Club of Ithaca, Cornell University Golf Course, Newman Golf Course and the Hillendale Golf Course.

Jack is survived by his step daughter, Trinna Lee Iacovelli (Larry) and his grandsons, Hunter Schindo, Mark Iacovelli (Sara); Jeff Iacovelli (Sally) and Larry J. Iacovelli (Susan). In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Beverly Schindo, his son, John Schindo Jr. and his grandson, Temuchin Schindo.

A private graveside service with military honors will be held at the Frear Memorial Park. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jack's memory may be made to the Salvation Army or Hospicare of Tompkins County. Bangs Funeral Home is assisting the family.