John A. Nesti, age 70

of Braintree

John A. Nesti, age 70

John A. Nesti, age 70, a longtime resident of Braintree, died suddenly, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth, surrounded by his loving family. He lived in Braintree for over sixty years in the home he helped his father build.

John was born in Quincy, to the late Alfred P. and Ann L. (Peruzzi) Nesti. Raised and educated in Quincy and Braintree, he was a graduate of Braintree High School, Class of 1971. He earned an associate’s degree from Quincy Junior College and studied locksmithing at North Bennet Street School in Boston.

John was a locksmith for nearly fifty years. Owner and operator of the former Nesti Lock Service of Braintree, he lent his skills to his colleagues and dear friends at Granite Lock Co., Inc. of Quincy for many years. John also worked in maintenance for the Quincy Public Schools during the early part of his career.

John enjoyed forty summers with his family at their seasonal cottage in Salt Air Village in Dennis Port, Mass. He was an avid fisherman, swimmer, bicyclist, and reader.

He was the beloved husband of Patricia A. (Shannon) Nesti, with whom he celebrated a forty-sixth wedding anniversary in August, the two were together for fifty years. John is also survived by Patricia S. “Tricia” Nesti of Abington, Ann K. Nesti Giuffrida and her husband Felix of Franklin, to whom he was a devoted father and father-in-law.

He was the brother of Robert L. Nesti of Boston, and the late Alfred J. Nesti who recently passed away on August 25, 2024. John is also survived by many nieces and nephews, not to mention his many “adopted Summer sons and daughters”.

Memorial Visiting Hours will be held at the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, East Milton, on Monday, October 21, from 4 – 7 p.m. Remembrances will be shared at 6:30 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory may be made to Office of Veterans Affairs, for which he had a great passion, given their support and care for the servicemen and women in his life.

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  • John was a life long friend growing up in Braintree ,many, many great times hanging out at Noah Torrey, went through junior high and high school together worked together during high school played many sports at Noah Torrey, always a good time. I will miss him, so sorry for you Patty and your girls but always cherish that time with him

  • Our sincere condolences to Patti, Trish, Anni and the extended Nesti family on your sad loss. We have fond memories of our visit to your house and the warm welcome and many laughs we shared with you all . You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time 🙏

  • John has been my close friend since we met at the age of 11 in Boy Scouts.. He was the best man at my wedding and we have always maintained a lifelong friendship. Patty, Ann, and Trisha I am shocked and saddened by this sudden unexpected loss and I offer my heartfelt condolences. John was always the giving, unselfish, caring friend who was there if you needed him. It tears me up to speak of him in the past tense but it will always make me happy to think of him.

  • My deepest condolences to AG, Patricia, and the entire family. Though I am working with Ann for just six months now, but I feel a strong connection to her family as we talk a lot about stuff going on at our places.
    AG, you and your family members are in our hearts and prayers as you go through this challenging time. Much love and support to you!

  • Such shocking news. So sorry for Patty, Trisha and Annie. Friend for over fifty years and never a bad memory. I tease him, “Johnny you have your Dad’s body and strength ( his Dad was the original Rock) but your Mom’s fun personality. RIP Friend.

  • We are so sorry for your loss. He was a great man, loved by many. Happy to have known him for many years. Please give our love to your Mother ( a wonderful lady) . ❤️

  • Johnny and I were best of friends from the time we could walk to each others house
    We played endless games of wiffle ball at his house with many of the neighboring kids
    His mom and dad were always great to me and remember going fishing with his dad and Johnny where south shore mall is now
    I will always remember him as one of the best of friends and happiest person that I had the privilege of enjoying spending my youth
    To you always Johnny to me thank you so much for so many great memories my old friend