John Garbera, II Gobbie age 72 of Johnson St, Richfield Springs, passed away Friday evening February 1, 2019 in his home with the comfort of his loving family by his side. He was born on August 15, 1946 in Little Falls. A son of the late John and Ann Spytko Garbera. A life long resident of Richfield Springs where he grew up and was educated at RSCS. In April of 2007 he married the love of his life Xin Jian, where they shared a devoted union for 12 years until his passing, she is a true "Angel" and devoted caregiver. He started his working career with Inter State Window when they were hiring and held many jobs including helping build the Titan Home mobile homes building in R.S. He worked at Herkimer Tool and Model machine shop in Herkimer. In 1975 he was hired by Remington arms, where he was a machine operator and electrician. After 32 years of service he retired in 2007. For 19 years he held the position of trustee on the village board and later became Mayor for 3 1/2 years. Gobbie was a former member of the Richfield Lions Club for over 25 plus years and a current member of the SAL post 616 of Richfield Springs. He also had a passion for cars, many nice ones with the "CUDA" being the most memorable. He had many friends, he enjoyed being involved, loved to laugh, loved to sit and share stories, he was a dedicated son, brother, husband, Dad, Grandpa and uncle. For all of us, he will be deeply and truly missed Surviving besides his wife Xin Jian, is his daughter Colleen Auger and her companion Adam Mitchell. Step-Daughter Wei (Sandy) Huang of Richfield Springs. Brother, Dan and wife Suzanne Garbera of Richfield Springs. Two grandchildren Allison and Ryan Auger of Richfield Springs. Several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Calling hours for Mr. Garbera will be on Friday from 3:00 to 6:00pm in the J. Seaton McGrath Funeral Home, 40 West James Street, Richfield Springs. A funeral service to follow at 6:00pm with the Reverend Alan Miller officiating. His interment will take place this spring in Lakeview Cemetery. At the familys request in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory to the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) or the Richfield Springs Fire Department. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Calling Hours J. Seaton McGrath Funeral Home Friday, February 8, 2019 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM 40 West James Street Richfield Springs, NY 13439 Funeral Service J. Seaton McGrath Funeral Home Friday, February 8, 2019 06:00 PM 40 West James Street Richfield Springs, NY 13439