John A. Rekatsinas

John A. Rekatsinas

June 19, 1981 - June 11, 2025

John A. Rekatsinas lived his life as a man who showed up and provided immeasurable support for his family. He unexpectedly passed away at age 43, Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

John was born in Livingston, NJ and lived in Roselle, NJ prior to residing in Barnegat, NJ for the last 6 years. Those who knew John best knew of his Big Blue pride as a NY Giants fan, his deep appreciation for superhero comics and movies, especially Superman, and how much he enjoyed working with his hands. He was a good friend to everyone and regularly nurtured strong relationships within his close-knit family as well as the strong bonds he shared with his pets.

With the steady love of his family, John grew through life’s challenges and became a quiet kind of hero—meeting obstacles with grit, warmth, and a deep sense of responsibility. He never hesitated to step up, whether that meant taking the lead on an errand, fixing what was broken, being present for a friend, or simply making someone’s day brighter with a funny meme or video. His love showed up in everyday moments, and in doing so, he made those around him feel truly seen, valued, and cared for.

John’s memory is cherished by his beloved wife Danielle E. (Claussen) Rekatsinas and his adored son Sean Rekatsinas. He is also remembered by his sister Angela and her husband Leonardo; his mother, Dolores; his parents-in-law, Jose and Patricia Claussen; his sister-in-law Michelle and her husband Karl; and his loving nieces and nephew: Isabelle, Iliana, Alyssa, Sofia, and Otto. He is predeceased by his grandparents Benjamin and Martina Harrison and brother-in-law, Brian Claussen.

Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 from 6pm until his blessing service, 8:30pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. Cremation will be private.