Indiana University Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of John Petronka
John S. Petronka, 88, of Washington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 2, 2021, in his home with his family by his side. He was born October 11, 1933, in Washington the son of the late Stephan and Mary Kopcha Petronka. Mr. Petronka was a 1951 graduate of Washington High School, where he played clarinet in the marching band, and was a four year letterman on the wrestling team. After graduating high school he went on to serve in the United States Navy from 1952 until 1956 as a...
