John J. Capone, Penn Hills Fire, Obituary Death: Chief, Dies at 65 After 40 Years of Volunteer Service

John J. Capone, a longtime volunteer firefighter and chief with Penn Hills Volunteer Fire Department Station 223 in Pennsylvania, died on October 25, 2026, at the age of 65. His passing marks the loss of a dedicated public servant whose career was defined by decades of service to his community.

Born on February 27, 1961, Capone devoted 40 years to the fire department as a volunteer and first responder. For the final 34 years of that service, he held the position of chief, providing leadership and helping support emergency response efforts in the Penn Hills area.

A commitment spanning four decades reflects the time, responsibility, and dedication required of volunteer emergency personnel. Firefighters and first responders routinely serve their neighbors during emergencies, often balancing those duties with their personal and professional lives. Capone’s long tenure placed him among the experienced members of the local fire service.

According to his official obituary, Capone is survived by his wife, Mary Godino; his brother, David Capone, and sister-in-law, Anna; his sister, Diane Reinheimer, and brother-in-law, Doug; his brother-in-law, Terry Bennett; nieces Nicole and Lauren; nephews Robbie and Casey; and three great-nephews. He also leaves behind his beloved dog, Pebbles. He was preceded in death by his parents, John L. and Lucy Capone, and his sister, Connie Bennett.

Friends and family were scheduled to gather at Charles W. Trenz Funeral Home in Pittsburgh on Thursday, October 29, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. His funeral service was scheduled for Friday, October 30, at 11 a.m., followed by military honors at Mount Carmel Cemetery at noon.

As the Penn Hills community remembers Capone, his decades of volunteer service stand as a lasting part of his legacy. His life reflects the importance of those who give their time and energy to protecting the people and neighborhoods they call home.