John F. Votta, 73, born August 23, 1943, resident of Winthrop MA, formerly of Orient Heights East Boston, passed away on January 15, 2017. John was predeceased by his mother, Eleanor C. Votta, and his father, Edmond Votta.

John was brother to the late Edmond R. Votta and uncle to Joseph Votta, Kimmarie Votta, and Karla Guarino, and great uncle to Johnathan and Melissa Votta, and Dana Flanigan.

John loved animals, especially horses, and spent much of his youth and young adulthood, riding and caring for them. Some of his fondest memories were of times he spent long-distance horseback riding. John’s love of animals extended to his work. He was a technician at Angell Animal Medical Center for more than 40 years. John spent many hours at the gym. He loved to work out. He also enjoyed fishing and being on the open water. John will be sincerely missed by his family and friends.

A memorial service for John will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at Vazza’s “Beechwood” Funeral Home, 262 Beach Street, Revere, MA, Visitation is between 4:00 and 5:00pm; service will begin at 5pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the MSPCA-Angell are appreciated. To donate:

Visit https://www.mspca.org/donate-now/tribute-honor-and-memorial-giving/

Or mail to:

MSPCA-Angell Headquarters

350 South Huntington Avenue

Boston, MA 02130