John David Farrell

John David Farrell, 71, passed away after an extraordinarily heroic battle with esophageal cancer on June 22, 2024. John was born on August 27, 1952, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and grew up in Binghamton, NY. He was predeceased by his parents Dr. John C. Farrell and Marguerite O’Neil, and infant brother Christopher. He obtained a college education at the University of Colorado and University of Dayton, Ohio.
John’s career in the construction field spanned five decades. As Project Manager of Tishman Construction he was instrumental in the construction of several notable hotels and casinos (Borgata, Tropicana, Ocean Resorts, Bally’s Wild West Casino) as well as Atlantic City Convention Center and several projects in Philadelphia.
His love of music and his Martin Guitars were paramount. John was a handy man who could fix or make anything. His gardens were a sight to behold. John enjoyed fine dining with his wife Nadine, leisurely walks on the beach, and spending time with loved ones and family.
John is survived by his wife Nadine, daughters Christina and Danielle and granddaughter Gianna. He also leaves behind brothers Stephen (Denise), Patrick (Kathleen), sister Susan (Michael) Cerretani, sisters-in-law Karine Masone and Marlene Hornstein, brother-in-law Bob Masone (Virginia) and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. John was a kind, gentle soul with a heart of gold.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10am on July 15, 2024 at St. Paul's Church in Binghamton.  The family will receive friends from 9am until the time of the service.  Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery.  Contributions in John’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society

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