Thursday, November 12, 2026

John A. Garisto, 55

KURE BEACH — In Memory of John A. Garisto, 55, of Kure Beach, who was taken from us too soon.

John got interested in ocean life and scuba diving at a young age.  His love of the ocean carried through to his work as a Commercial Diver and a PADI Scuba Instructor.

John is survived by his wife, Annette, his mother, Maria, daughter Vanessa, son Daniel and grandchildren Joe and Michael.

John was predeceased by his grandparents, long time Kure Beach residents Dorothy and Henry Dew.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, June 18th at Andrews Mortuary – Valley Chapel, 4108 S. College Road, Wilmington, NC, 28412, where a Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until time of services. 

Please sign the online Guestbook at www.andrewsmortuary.com

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