John's obituary
John is predeceased by his father, Santo F Conova, and his mother, Helen Swain Elliott.
John is survived by his wife, Sharon M Conova, stepson, Marc Kermanj, daughter, Susan S Conova, brother, Eric M Conova, sister-in-law, Donna W Conova, niece, Lauren Conova Grous and nephew, Robert E Conova.
John was born in Millville, NJ June 28, 1944. He graduated from Millville Senior High School in 1962 and went on to earn a BS in Aeronautical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1966. He worked as an Aeronautical Engineer for United States Department of the Navy, in Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia. He was on the team that developed the Harrier Jump Jet.
John was an avid bridge player, who was a ranked player in the NE corridor. He and his partner traveled extensively on the east coast competing in tournaments.
Funeral and services were made at the discretion of the family.
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Eric was great guy. He was always friendly, warm and sociable. He was extremely intelligent , funny and always had alo…
Eric was great guy. He was always friendly, warm and sociable. He was extremely intelligent , funn…
Eric was great guy. He was always friendly, warm and sociable. …
Been a year, John, have a drink with mom and dad up there for me..
Been a year, John, have a drink with mom and dad up there for me..
Been a year, John, have a drink with mom and dad up there for me…
John was a wonderful man, loved by everyone in the bridge community. He was kind, caring , patient and always willing …
John was a wonderful man, loved by everyone in the bridge community. He was kind, caring , patient…
John was a wonderful man, loved by everyone in the bridge commun…