John E. Jagla

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Greece NY:  October 10, 2020.  At the age of 67, surrounded by love, John Edwin Jagla journeyed home to heaven on October 10,2020. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Tracey Ellen Jagla (Premo); 2 awesome children, Jeremy Francis (Julianna) & Terese Marie Dettore (Michael); Brother, Thomas Jagla (Christine); Sister-in-law, Laurie Jean Premo (Susan Galloway); Brother-in-law, John Premo (Ann); Like a brother, Robert K. Malone; many wonderful and loved nieces and nephews.

John painted his final masterpiece as he embraced a deep faith, courage and love of us all. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Joseph Finetti- his doctor and friend, the treasured sharing group of 42+ years, many dear friends and the Journey Home family who enfolded John in love his whole life and in his final days.

In gratitude for his life and celebration of all John held dear, please consider making a donation to Journey Home Hospice of Greece, NY-994 Long Pond Rd. Rochester, NY 14626. This would also honor his wife as together they founded and cherished Journey Home.

John’s Celebration of Life will be held Friday, October 16th 4-7PM at Ridgemont Country Club, 3717 W. Ridge Road. His Funeral Mass will be Celebrated Saturday, October 17th 9:30AM at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3003 Dewey Avenue. Masks and sanitizer are required for entry at both events.

30 Condolences

  1. KATHERINE C. THOMPSON on October 14, 2020 at 3:57 pm

    To Tracey, Jeremy and Teresa, so very sorry about John’s passing, he was a great friend to my family, he also made us laugh, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him, may he RIP

  2. Cynthia Christian on October 14, 2020 at 4:24 pm

    Words are inadequate; we lost such a great soul much too soon. Still can’t wrap my head around it; we will truly miss him! Our love and prayers goes out to you Tracey, Jeremy, Terese, Julie & Mike.

  3. Ellen’s d Bernie Beikirch on October 14, 2020 at 4:52 pm

    I am unable to express the sorrow felt at the loss of such a wonderful part of of our Jagla family. He will never be forgotten. Our prayers and thoughts are with Tracey Jeremy Terese Julie and Mike at this sad time

  4. Midge Monte on October 14, 2020 at 8:15 pm

    Dear Tracey and children,. My love to all of you at this very sad time.. I know how very much John will be missed by so many. May he rest in eternal peace for a life so well lived

  5. Nicole Glavin on October 14, 2020 at 8:27 pm

    Dear Tracy and Family,
    My sincerest condolences to you. Although I was quite young I remember John’s visits to the Thompson house fondly. May God Bless you all and may God wrap John warmly in his embrace.
    Nicole Nadworniak Glavin

  6. Jeanne and Rob Cerone on October 14, 2020 at 9:06 pm

    Tracey, Jeremy, and Terese- Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. John was such an integral part of my youth and beyond. His sincere love of Jesus has had a lifelong impact on me. Thank you for your years of friendship, It has been an honor to watch Terese and Jeremy grow into the beautiful people they are today. Thank you Tracey and John for your love and support all of these years. You can be assured of our countless prayers for you all.
    Much love and prayers,
    Jeanne, Rob, Rachael, Jacob, and Sarah

  7. Shelly Falbo on October 15, 2020 at 6:31 am

    Dear Tracey and family,
    My heartfelt condolences for your loss. John was extraordinarily kind, compassionate and caring. He was also knew how lucky he was to be loved by you. He was a man of faith and great character. I will never forget my time with him and the advice he shared for me . I know he’s in heaven and he feels the love and prayers. Sending much love and caring thoughts your way. I will forever cherish the hand painted ornament he gave me. I will display it every Christmas and think of him and all he meant to me! Much love,
    Shelly Falbo

  8. John Premo on October 15, 2020 at 9:58 am

    We now have another angel watching over and loving us each and every day.
    John, Ann, Maria, J.R. and Dana

  9. Fred and Mary (Faraone) Vieira on October 15, 2020 at 10:09 am

    Dear Tracey and family,
    We offer our deepest sympathy to you.
    Fred and Mary (Faraone) Vieira

  10. Char and Arie Redeker on October 15, 2020 at 11:19 am

    Dear Tracey and Family,
    We send you all our deepest sympathy and love.

  11. jeffrey miller on October 15, 2020 at 5:08 pm

    Tracey, and family, these days without love and faith the world seems crazy, but your family held it dear to your hearts, to my father years ago, and to our family.. may God’s light shine on all of you today and always… Love Jeffrey Miller, Shelley and Adam

  12. Jim and Judi Redmond on October 15, 2020 at 5:47 pm

    Tracey and family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories of John help ease the pain of your loss.

  13. Sharon Iota on October 16, 2020 at 11:22 am

    Dear Tracey & Family,
    We are so sorry for your loss. John was such a Super Guy & we will miss him very much. So sad, he was so full of life. We enjoyed talking & being with him, so many times at JH
    and at parties. We cannot imagine the hurt and pain you are going through.
    We wish you peace and that God will heal your hearts. Please know that we are praying for John and all of you.
    Love John & Sharon Iota

  14. Vilma Goetting on October 16, 2020 at 12:02 pm

    Dear Tracey and Family,
    I am so sorry for the loss of John, your loving husband and father. Over the years his presence has brightened the lives of so many who know him.
    I pray that his memory continues to be a wellspring of joy for all of you. May God’s merciful love and the love of family and friends comfort you as John is welcomed home to Paradise by the angels and saints. I thank God for the blessing of knowing John.
    Love, Vilma

  15. Maureen McNelis on October 16, 2020 at 5:54 pm

    Tracey and family,

    May the wonderful memories you have of John bring you peace and comfort at this time of loss.

    Love and Prayers, Maureen

  16. Eileen &Jim Jones on October 17, 2020 at 9:49 am

    Tracy, we are so sorry. We just now found out about John. You and the family are in our prayers. John was a great and funny guy. He will be missed but God is sure happy to have him home.
    God bless
    Jim and Eileen Jones🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  17. David Mazzochetti on October 18, 2020 at 6:14 am

    Dear Tracy and family, I am so sorry that John has passed. John was such a blessing to everyone, he brought joy and comfort to many people. We had many good times together and it was a privilege knowing him. He will be missed. May the Lord and John watch over you closely and lovingly. Dave Mazzochetti

  18. Jack keenan on October 18, 2020 at 6:54 am

    Tracey, i am very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband.

  19. Dan and Ellen Lill on October 18, 2020 at 8:08 am

    Tracey and Family,
    There is a beautiful sculpture of the outline of a human figure and a large hole in it’s center. The meaning I think is that at a time of enormous grief such as this the hole consumes almost all of one’s being. Our prayer is that at some time in the future that hole will become smaller. Never ever disappears but at least will allow us some respite from the grief. John was such a great guy and JH is a testament to one part of his life with us. Thank you Tracey for sharing him and it with us in so many ways over the years.
    Dan and Ellen

  20. Ann Kurz on October 18, 2020 at 8:25 pm

    Dear Tracey,

    I’m sorry to hear about John’s death. My sympathies to you and your family. May your memories of him burn brightly and comfort you in this time of sorrow.

    Ann Kurz

  21. John and Andrea Foxton on October 19, 2020 at 6:46 am

    It was a deep sense of loss when we learned of John’s passing. We are family friends and enjoyed immensely the times and conversations that were had at many happy occasions. John was a spiritually focused person who was one of the most friendly and loving people we know.. He exemplified “Christ in you, the hope of glory” and the evident fruit of the Spirit as described in Galatians 5:22: love, joy, peace, long suffering, gentleness, faithfulness, kindness and self-control. We do sorrow, but not as the world sorrows. We look forward to seeing that wonderful smile again when our time comes. Our deepest sympathies to Tracey and family, praying to our heavenly Father for grace and strength for all as you mourn.

  22. Rob and Pat Wheelhouse on October 19, 2020 at 6:27 pm

    Tracey, our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  23. Ron Carroll and Linda Weisbeck on October 20, 2020 at 6:15 pm

    Sorry to hear about John. I could not tell Linda

  24. Charlie Prindle on October 20, 2020 at 11:37 pm

    Dear Tracey, Jeremy, Terese, and family, We are sorry for your loss. John was a person full of goodness and kindness. God bless you. love, Charlie Prindle and Michele Monaco.

  25. Karen Kuebler on October 21, 2020 at 8:05 am

    Tracey-I am so deeply sorry to hear of John’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and know you are in my prayers.

  26. Rita-Marie on October 22, 2020 at 8:11 am

    I just heard of God calling John home. My condolences and prayers Tracey, Jeremy and Trese. His smile and deeds will be remembered my many.

  27. Jeanne Carroll on October 22, 2020 at 9:49 am

    Just heard about John’s passing. So sorry for your loss, Tracey, Jeremy and Terese. He was so dedicated to his family and to Journey Home. May your memories console you in your grief.

  28. Linda McAllister on October 22, 2020 at 9:20 pm

    Dear Tracy, Jeremy, Terese & families, I’m so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a good man. All of you are in my prayers.

  29. Shirley & Richard Dittman on November 14, 2020 at 1:05 pm

    Dear Tracy,
    So sorry to hear about John’s passing. God Bless

  30. Damien Jones on September 13, 2021 at 11:00 am

    To the family my condolences. I was a former student of Mr. Jagla, and just decided to google his name to find this. May he rest in peace and I hope he lived a life filled with love and peace especially for his last days.

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