of Little Rock, AR
January 7, 1947 - June 6, 2020
John R. Nazzaro of Little Rock, husband of Lisa Perry Nazzaro passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020. Born in Columbus, Ohio he was the son of the late LTC. John Nazzaro and the late Alice Nazzaro.
He was a graduate of Washington and Lee University and Central Michigan University with degrees in Political Science and Journalism. John served in the US Army in the Military Police and was honorably discharged in 1972.
After leaving the Army, he had a 40-year career dedicated to strengthening the community with the United Way. He began his United Way career at the United Way of Western Connecticut in 1977 as the President and CEO. He moved to Portsmouth, Virginia serving as Executive Vice President of the United Way of South Hampton Roads in Norfolk, Virginia.
He was appointed the President and CEO of United Way of Pulaski County, now Heart of Arkansas United Way by the Board of Directors in 1997. Mr. Nazzaro served as the President and CEO of the Heart of Arkansas United Way for almost 20 years and retired February 3rd, 2017.
Along with his parents, John was preceded in death by his son, Matthew James Nazzaro.
Survivors include his wife Lisa, of Little Rock; son, John; granddaughter, Olivia of Chesapeake, VA, and his brother, James of Greenwood.
Arrangements by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home.
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11 Condolence(s)
Carol usberti
Sunday, July 25, 2021
I am johns cousin carol barbano Usberti. Daughter of Frances nazzaro barbano and Rocco barbano. I’m very sorry to find John passed and I send my condolences.I remember John and jimmy his brother visiting us in our home in New York when we were children., with uncle John and aunt Alice. I’m so sorry and you have my sympathy and prayers.
Georgie Reprogle
Monday, June 15, 2020
I just heard Lisa,
Paul and I send our deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family. Love, Georgie
Kent Gartin
Monday, June 15, 2020
I was very sad to hear of John’s passing. He was a great man and I always looked forward to our conversations when I visited the United Way. Please accept my condolences. My prayers are with you and your family.
Ken and Laura Quimby
Sunday, June 14, 2020
We just saw John’s obituary and are heartbroken for you. We know that your faith in God is strong and will get you through. We send our love and you are in our prayers. Sincerely, Ken and Laura Quimby
Tansa Bishara
Friday, June 12, 2020
Lisa, I just found about John's passed away. I remember the day when I became a US Citizen, and for the first time I saw John and his family came to our office to present him our United Way President. What a great leader he was throughout the years - a leader that show his values through his actions and words. John and all the employees that worked tougher, build United Way with passion for health and human services, for the needs of our community, and having a better quality of life.
John, You will be Missed!
May Your Memory be Eternal!
Susan Hutchison
Friday, June 12, 2020
Lisa, my dearest and best friend, Hutch and I are with you in spirit with love and sympathy for your loss. We pray that our Heavenly Father will comfort and protect you.
Tom and Rita Barlow
Friday, June 12, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Please know you are in our prayers for comfort and peace.
John was one of the good guys. His commitment to serve others was evident. He did so much to improve and help our community through United Way-The Heart of Arkansas. He was a leader who encouraged his employees to do their best and gave them opportunities to grow. He inspired many individuals to volunteer. We always enjoyed seeing John at events. He will be missed!
Susan Betts
Friday, June 12, 2020
Lisa - I'm so very sorry to hear of John's passing. We are across the street if you need anything.
Mark & Susan Betts
Kathy Larch
Friday, June 12, 2020
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of John. He was a wonderful person and a great boss. He is truly going to be missed. I will keep you and your Family in our prayers. He is no longer in pain. He is with his Lord and Saviour. God bless you.
Richard Bell
Friday, June 12, 2020
It is with great sadness I’ve learned of John’s passing. I had the opportunity to serve with him during his 27 years as the CEO of the Heart of Arkansas United Way.
I found John to be compassionate and dedicated to serving members of the community in need or wanting to assist those in need.
I will always remember John for the person he aspired to be.
Also I must not leave out the fact he was quite a spiffy dresser.
Meredith O’Hara
Friday, June 12, 2020
We are sad to hear of John’s passing. Please accept our most sincere condolences. Our prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Meredith and Joe O’Hara