FUNERAL HOME

S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home

530 W Main St

Plymouth, Pennsylvania

John Bergevin Obituary

John Bergevin (local conservationist), 75, of Dallas, passed into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, May 10, 2013, at the Wilkes Barre General Hospital.

Born Jan. 21, 1938 in Plymouth, he was the son of the late Marius E. and Sophia M. (Vonsavage) Bergevin.

He resided in Trenton, N.J., from 1951 until he returned to the area in 1970. He briefly resided in Kingston before living in Dallas, where he stayed for more than 40 years. John graduated from Trenton Catholic Boys High School, Class of 1955, and he received his associate's degree in Business Administration from Mercer County Community College.

He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving for four years. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service from 1960 until his retirement as manager, Systems Testing and Quality Assurance Branch at the Wilkes-Barre Postal Data Center in 1992.

He held life memberships in the National Rifle Association, the Appalachian Trail Conference, the Keystone Trails Association and Trout Unlimited. He was a member of the Susquehanna Small Mouth Bass Alliance, the Mid-State Trail Association, Penns Valley Conservation Association, the National Wildlife Federation, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, the Texas State Rifle Association, Harveys Lake Rod & Gun Club and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees.

John was a longtime blood and platelet donor with the American Red Cross, a lifelong advocate of coldwater conservation as well as hiking trail creation, preservation and enhancement.

Affectionately known as "Pop," John was an avid fan of the Lake-Lehman High School Lady Knights soccer team and the Cantolao Explosion girl's soccer club team. "GO-O-O-O EXPLOSION!!!"

Surviving are his devoted and loving wife of 56 years, the former, Arlene Hochreiter; daughters, Michelle Davis and her husband, Larry, of Pleasant Gap, Pa.; Colleen Reed, of Flagstaff, Ariz.; Jacqueline Lane and her husband, Larry, of Naples, Fla.; Suzanne Spudis and her husband, Jeff, of Galveston, Texas; Larisa Hillard and her husband, Keith, of Dallas; nine grandchildren, Timothy and Jessica Davis; John Reed; Zachary, Kasie, Jacob and Jenna Spudis; and Brittney and Kaylee Hillard; two brothers, Maurice Bergevin and wife Lorraine, of San Antonio, Texas, and James Bergevin, and wife Carole, of Trenton, N.J., as well as several nieces and nephews.

John's family would like to especially thank Dr. Boonin and the InterMountain Medical Group and the staff at the Wilkes Barre General Hospital CCU, for their care and compassion.

Memorial service will be held Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the S.J.Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 W. Main St., Plymouth. Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 5 p.m. until service time at 6:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Medical Oncology Association, Prescription Assistance Fund, 382 Pierce St., Kingston, PA 18704-5535.

Please visit www.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com for directions or to submit online condolences to John's family.

Published by Times Leader from May 13 to May 14, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for John Bergevin

Not sure what to say?





John was a fine human being and one of the best managers I ever had the pleasure to work with.

John Behun

Coworker

May 6, 2019

Bergevin Family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jackie Zukosky

May 19, 2013

I hope someday I will be worthy to take a few steps up the mountain that Uncle John has stood atop for many years. May God bless Uncle John, and his family too.

Jeff Stainbrook

May 16, 2013

To my family,
I wish I was able to be there to mourn and remember Pop with everyone. Know that even though I am not present, my thoughts wander north towards those that I love. Let us celebrate the life of a man who greatly impacted us all. All my love.

John Reed

May 15, 2013

John's Family: my deepest sympathy to each of you on your loss. John was the best manager and all around good human being I have ever worked with in my 34 yr career with USPS. I learned so very much from him during my brief work assignment at WBPDC. May the peace of our Lord be with him.

John Behun

May 15, 2013

Dear Bergevin Family,

John was my Manager at the Wilkes-Barre Postal Data Center and was an inspiration to all of his employees. John always had the time to teach and assist his employees and was a great mentor. Rest in Peace my friend.

Marty Swift

May 15, 2013

So sorry for the loss of your dad.Remember all the good times you had with dad. His work was done here and God had more work for him in heaven.Bless all your family.

Bev Shannon

May 15, 2013

Dear Arlene and family I am so very very sorry to hear of Johns passing. He was so wonderful when Mike passed away I just don't know what I would have done without his help. I will always remember him for all of his kindness and compassion he showed Mike and myself in our time of need. He was a wonderful person.

Carole Manziano

May 14, 2013

Joe and I met John and his family when I taught his girls at the old Gate of Heaven School. We shared a love for hiking the Loyalsock Trail...and a lot of laughs through the years! He was one of my best and biggest boosters for my Library Auction paintings...I will miss his smile and encoragement. Our prayers go with all his family, especially Arlene and " the artists": Jaqueline, Suzanne, Larissa and Kaylee....John was a special light in our lives.

Joe and Sue Hand

May 14, 2013

My prayers are sent to the family and friends from a long time (ago) friend and coworker. May his memories always remain in your hearts!

J M Thomas

May 14, 2013

Colleen and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy at John's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours...

John Tobias

May 14, 2013

Dear Bergevin Family, Arlene, Michelle, Colleen, Jackie, Suzanne, and Larisa,
So very sorry for your loss. Words can not express the feelings I have for your husband and your Dad. Jack was a good man and will be missed by all that knew him. He was always there for you girls as you were growing up playing softball, etc. Jack was at the ball field as "Mr. Umpire" giving back to his Back Mountain community. He always had a good word to share with everyone, and he LOVED you girls more than anything in the world. Remember all the good times you shared with your Dad. I am proud to say Jack was truly an inspiration to me. Rest in Peace, JOHN BERGIVEN.

Mike Williams

May 14, 2013

Dear Family, Mr.Bergevin had a deep respect for doing his part in protecting the earth around him. This didn't go unnoticed by the Creator of the earth. As promised such meek ones will inherit a cleanse earth by means of His Kingdom. (Matthew 5:5,6:10.)

Mycena Dickerson

May 13, 2013

Arlene and family, I am so sorry and keeping your family in prayer.

Sharron Davis

May 12, 2013

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results

Make a Donation
in John Bergevin's name

Memorial Events
for John Bergevin

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home

530 W Main St, Plymouth, PA 18651

How to support John's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor John Bergevin's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more