Obituary of John F. Zinkovitch

John F. Zinkovitch, Sr., 53, of Herkimer passed away at home on Saturday, March 12, 2016. John was born in Albany, NY on March 10, 1963 the Son of James Zinkovitch, Sr. and Lois Edwards. He was a graduate of New Hartford High School and longtime resident of Herkimer. John was engaged to the love of his life Christine Biamonte. She was his rock and his joy, and she influenced John to be the best man and father he could. John was an avid motorcyclist and loved to spend time riding his Harley. He loved the outdoors, fishing, camping, hunting, boating, skeet shooting, traveling, and many other activities. John devoted much of his time to his work where he made too many friends to mention. He spent many years working for Russ at Oriskany Garage and Tire and spent the last eleven years working for Rich Terpening at Terpening Trucking. He is survived by loving family; mother, Lois Edwards; father and stepmother, James and Irene Zinkovitch, Sr.; children, John and Stacy, Nicole and Michael, Karol Ann, Ashley and Brandon, Emily and Michael, Todd Boudreau; brother and sisters, James Jr., Deborah, Mark, Todd, Katherine her daughter Jasmine and granddaughter Isabella; brother-in-law, David Biamonte; grandchildren, Gabrielle, Michael Jr., Thomas, Devon, Liam, and Owen. John had many friends throughout his life. He was especially close to friends Dave Kendall, Doug Gross, Sergio and Keycey, Mark and Deb, John Lapenta, and Scooby. John also had a special bond with Christine's son-in-law Brandon. A few years ago John was left behind by a good friend, Dave Hoole, who he enjoyed spending time with greatly. We know John is happy because he finally gets the chance to have a beer with his good friend again. All are invited to call from 4-7pm on Wednesday, March 16 at Owens-Pavlot & Rogers Funeral Service, Inc., 35 College St., Clinton. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 12pm on Thursday, March 17 at St. John the Evangelist Church, 66 Oxford Road, New Hartford. Following the funeral, friends are welcome to come and celebrate John's life at 4pm at VFW Post 4915, 129 Mohawk St., Herkimer. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Patriot Guard Riders of NY, P.O. Box 107 Williamson, NY 14589.