John T. DiMartino

Batavia - John T. DiMartino, 73, of Batavia, passed away on November 8, 2026, at Strong Memorial Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family and those closest to him, following a courageous battle with cancer.

John was born in Batavia, a son of the late Fred and Connie (Jacuzzo) DiMartino.

John was a 1972 Notre Dame High School Graduate. He excelled on the ND basketball team, making 2nd team All-Catholic. John carried his love for basketball throughout his life. He was still throwing up 3-pointers at the Batavia YMCA this past summer. Shortly after high school, John moved to Tempe Arizona to attend Arizona State University. Upon graduation, he had a career as a physical education teacher in the Southwest Phoenix metro area. He also enjoyed coaching at the Agua Fria High School and the Phoenix Job Corps Center where he was a mentor to many.

After retiring, John would come back to Batavia often to visit family and friends. One of his favorite hangouts was his cousin Marianne's Beauty Shop where he made all the customers laugh and smile and preach the good word. On one of his visits, he met Lori, and they fell in love. Together for eleven years, they enjoyed being active with long walks, bike rides, and spending time at the YMCA. John cherished his time praying with Lori and attending weekly services together.

John quietly helped so many people in little ways. Providing rides to his older lady friends, taking care of neighbors' pets, visiting and reminiscing with Eva Fanara and Ann Martin, and sharing his faith with many young people.

He is survived by the love of his life, Lori Mortellaro; his children, Kira DiMartino and Brandon DiMartino; his granddaughter, Preslie; his siblings, Frank (Chris) DiMartino, Dan (Cheryl) DiMartino, Richard (Lydia) DiMartino; Uncle Joe and Aunt Fran Oddo along with several cousins.

He will be remembered with love and deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, November 28, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Corner Stone Church, 8020 Bank Street Road in Batavia. John's memorial service will immediately follow visitation at 12:00 noon.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John's memory to the YMCA, Strong Communities Foundation, Attn: Rachel Hillman, 211 East Main Street, Batavia, New York, 14020.