Jan. 5, 1953 - June 3, 2024 It is with many tears and countless stories that we announce the passing of John Mauro, 71, on June 3, 2024. Born January 5, 1953, he was predeceased by his mother, Rose Tata, father, John Mauro, and brother, Billy Mauro.
John left the way he loved to live, surrounded by his family. John was like no other and his stories were as legendary as the man himself. He was the title character in many adventures: a high school sweetheart turned husband of over 40 years, a supportive father of three, a spirited grandfather, and a lifelong brother.
He grew up in Auburn's west end on Woodlawn Avenue, where he honed his love of sports, literature, forged lifelong friendships, and crafted his inimitable personal charm. He created a successful jewelry business that he operated for nearly five decades where his clients were overjoyed not only with his skill and tutelage, but with his stories and life lessons. Fashioning himself as a Renaissance man, John had many talents: he soared on the basketball court and blazed around the track, dazzled on the piano, recited science fiction at length, and answered trivia with moderate accuracy.
John's dedication to his family marked the chapters of his life. As a boy, he was dutifully supportive of his parents, brother, and sisters. Later in life, he was smiling his broadest, singing, and drumming when his friends and family joined him at the dining room table.
At night, you could find John sitting by the pool, gazing at the .
