John J. Lattanzio

It is with great sadness that we share the unexpected passing of our beloved son and brother, John Joseph (“Johnny”) Lattanzio, III, at his home on September 29th after a sudden heart attack.

Born in Boston, Johnny was raised in Walpole, MA before graduating from Tri-County Regional Technical Vocational high school with a specialty in mechanics.

He went on to a long and successful career in trucking, a profession well-suited to his love of the open road. Eventually Johnny bought his home and settled in Foxboro, MA, building a fulfilling life with family and friends.

With his mischievous smile and unmistakable laugh, Johnny was a tough, handsome “Harley Davidson” guy on the outside, but incredibly soft on the inside. His kind and gentle nature was known to all, but especially his family. He never let more than a day go by without calling to check on both his mom and his sister, being sure to ask if they needed anything.

To Judy, he was and will always be her sweet “baby boy.” To many others, Johnny was an unwavering and loyal, lifelong friend. Even by animals, which he adored, his kindness was felt.

An extremely hard worker, Johnny often pushed through health challenges to get the job done. He was proud to have recently started working for a wonderful company based in his hometown of Walpole, MA.

Whether behind the wheel of a massive, powerful truck or enjoying a ride on his Harley, Johnny was most comfortable on the road. We like to picture him now, on his Harley, driving fast and loud toward the sunset. Johnny will be missed with all our hearts, until we meet again.

Johnny is survived by his mother Judith Shilowski (Humora), his sister Michelle Godfrey and her husband Bill, his niece Rachael Godfrey, and father-figure Uncle Vinny Lattanzio. He is also survived by his grandmother Muriel (“GG”) Humora, and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Johnny is predeceased by his dear stepfather Robert Shilowski, grandfather Edward Humora, and grandparents John and Aurora Lattanzio.

Family and friends are cordially invited to attend Visitation on WEDNESDAY, October 8, 2025, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the Kraw-Kornack Funeral Home, 1248 Washington Street, Norwood, MA.

Johnny’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on THURSDAY, October 9, 2025, at 10:30 am in St. Timothy Catholic Church, 650 Nichols Street, Norwood. Please meet directly at church.

Johnny will be laid to rest at Knollwood Memorial Park, High Street, Canton.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution in Johnny's name may be made to the Massachusetts MSPCA directly at  https://support.mspca.org/site/Donation2?df_id=24020&mfc_pref=T&24020.donation=form1&s_src=0EGDIG&s_subsrc=evergreenmspcabrandnamecpc1P0&utm_source=evergreenmspcabrandnamecpc1P0&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SEMMSPCABrand&autologin=true&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20987147732&gbraid=0AAAAA9SOsOfaley83U487Kkf8mU_t5Qbo&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0LOfxc6FkAMVCU9HAR2o6gnvEAAYASAAEgKNRPD_BwE