John E. Colasanti, 74

John E. Colasanti, 74, of Pottstown, passed away Tuesday June 23, 2026 at his residence.

Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Emma (Pace) Colasanti.

John was a talented musician. He excelled in singing, playing the drums, and keyboard, among other instruments as well. John was a devout Catholic.

Surviving is his brothers James Colasanti husband of Lori and Nicholas Colasanti; and his sister Donna L. Gresko wife of David.

A memorial service will be held Saturday July 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, LLC., 711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Burial will follow at St. Aloysius New Cemetery, Pottstown. Visitation will be held Saturday from 10:00-10:45 AM at the funeral home.

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Nick, condolences to you and your family on the loss of your brother. There will be a Mass said for all deceased SPX Class of 71 members on 7/18 at 5:15 at St Aloysius.

~ Sue & Kerry Bauer
7/11/2026 8:53:34 PM

I have great memories from my childhood of my Gram (Emma Wade) taking me to cugina Emma's house where we would have lunch and then listen to Johnny play the accordion and sing the old Italian songs. He also did a beautiful job leading us in prayer when we said the rosary and honored the Blessed Mother. He's surely in heaven with her now! Sending my love and prayers to the family.

~ Juliann (Julie) Wade Pottstown, PA
7/11/2026 9:38:13 AM

Always remember cousin Johnny as a sweet spirited man with multiple talents. He made Grandpop Pace's eyes water when he played his accordian and sang Italian songs for us all, at Grand Pops house on Sunday afternoons.

~ Gary Pace Pottstown, PA
7/10/2026 6:30:16 PM

John was in my class at Pius, but I did not have any classes with him. He always seemed like a nice,reserved young man. It appears he had many musical talents, unlike myself with none.
May he rest in peace.
Sondra Kramer Reilly

~ Sondra Kramer Reilly Schwenksville, PA
7/1/2026 6:22:41 PM

John and I met when we were in high school where we both played in the school band. John played trombone and I played trumpet. After school we often walked down Keim St. to Bethlehem Steel and John's dad would drive us home in his Rambler auto or we took the bus home from High and Keim Sts.
We took trips to train and auto museums and enjoyed lunch afterward. In more recent years a trip to Jim Thorpe to ride the train there.
John had been a great help to me during the last 10 years at times when I was unable to drive due to having had surgery. He was a wonderful friend and will be greatly missed.

~ Curtis G. Norman Pottstown, PA
7/1/2026 12:49:39 PM

Dear Donna, sorry to hear about passing of your brother. May he be at peace
Hugs
Theresa ( Hane) Hinaman

~ Theresa Hinaman Pottstown, PA
6/27/2026 3:32:27 PM

Thinking of all the family at this very sad time 🙏

~ Lilian
6/26/2026 5:12:43 PM