John Eritreo, age 87, of Ellisville, MO, passed away peacefully on 10/28/2026. 

John was born on February 14, 1939, to Richard and Jenny Eritreo. He attended Laboré High School and Logan College of Chiropractic. He was a gifted and respected chiropractor who healed many people throughout his 40-year career.

John married the love of his life, Joy Repetto, on September 30, 1961. Together, they built a life filled with family, friends, and travel, creating treasured memories for all who knew him. He and Joy traveled widely, and John was an avid fisherman and hunter. He especially enjoyed spending time in Florida, both in Fort Walton Beach and Key West. He also loved the many large family Thanksgiving gatherings spent at Trout Lodge.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Jenny Eritreo; and his sisters: Annette Ward and Kay Stevenson. He is survived by his wife, Joy; his children: Gene Eritreo (Erica), Diane Brodsky, and Elaine Szedlar; his brother, Richard Eritreo (Shirley); his grandchildren: Sarah Greenway (Matt), Amanda Kennedy, Evan Kennedy, Kathryn Kennedy, John A. Eritreo, Elizabeth Eritreo, Owen Szedlar, and Olivia Szedlar; and his great-grandson, Hudson Greenway.

Service will be held at Holy Cross in Ellisville, MO.

Visitation will be held at a small service for immediate family.