BEAUFORT, SC – John Anthony Kisonas, 74, (1949-2023) dedicated husband of Jean M. (Slowey) Kisonas, of Beaufort, SC, died Thursday, June 22nd, 2023, at home. John was born on April 15th, 1949, in Springfield, MA. He was the son of Alexander S. Kisonas and Angeline Ruffo Kisonas. John graduated from Westfield Trade School in 1968, served in the USMC from 1969-1971. He worked as a splice tech for Verizon until his retirement in 2009. His dream was to spend retirement where it was warm most of the year. So, he and his wife settled on Beaufort and relocated 2013. He loved the climate, people, and his home.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Jean of 47 years, is daughter Adrienne Kisonas; beloved pups, Ruby and Scarlett, and grand-pup, Vivian. John is also survived by two brothers-in-law, three sisters-in-law, several nieces and nephews, a brother Stephen Kisonas and many beloved friends he considered family.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 29th, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Anderson Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, June 29th, 2023, at 12:00 noon at Beaufort National Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests that donations be made to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, or a charity of your choice. Anderson Funeral Home in Beaufort, SC is serving the family.
