John J. Jessmore, 60, of Kissimmee, FL, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Osceola Regional Medical Center in Kissimmee. He was born in Fulton, NY where he lived most of his life before living in Kissimmee for the past 20 years. He was a Sergeant in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War where he was the recipient of two Purple Hearts. He worked as a professional painter for several companies during his career, including Walt Disney World for 17 years.

Survivors: his wife of 27 years, Jeanne M.; a son Jonathan of Kissimmee, FL; two brothers, Harold of Kissimmee, FL and Michael of Fulton, NY; two sisters, Judy Catalone and Mary Serino both of Fulton, NY; and several nieces and nephews.

Services: 11:00am Friday, October 10, 2008 at Falardeau Funeral Home, Baldwinsville. Burial, Riverview Cemetery, Baldwinsville. Calling hours are 4-8pm Thursday, October 9, 2008 at the funeral home, 93 Downer St.