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Bangor, Pennsylvania
Nov 8, 1947 – May 28, 2019 (Age 71)
John H. Transue
John H. Transue, 71, of Bangor, passed away on Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 at his residence.
John was born in Hazelton, PA on November 8, 1947, a son of the late Herbert and Catharine (Fox) Transue.
He was the husband of Kathy A. (Roberts) Transue. They celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary last September. John worked for the Communication Workers of America, Local No. 1109, for many years until retiring. He was a 1966 graduate of Bangor High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
Throughout his lifetime, John enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, golfing, camping, and spending time at his cabin in Pike County. He also enjoyed spending time with his loving family and friends.
In addition to his loving wife Kathy, John is survived by a daughter, Kelly Stout, wife of Bryan; a son, Lee Transue; sister, Faye Reimer, wife of Richard; nephews Mark Reimer and Jeremy Luettgen; nieces Christine Cooper and Amy Luettgen; sister in law Connie Luettgen; brother in law David Luettgen; 3 grandchildren Ethan, Kody, and Ella Stout; and many great nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 3, 2019 in the James B. Gaffney Funeral Home, 314 South First Street, Bangor, PA. Family and friends are invited to call, Monday, from 10 to 11 AM in the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be offered at gaffneyparsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Forgotten Felines & Fidos, Inc. 6022 Mountain Rd Germansville, PA 18053.
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It’s been 6 years and still, not a day goes by that I don’t miss you a remember you my Friend
Dan Marshall
May 22, 2025 | Friend
John and I have been friends for very long time.All throughout School ,worked together, and we both served our country in Vietnam. To the family I give my sincere condolences and as for me I Wish My Friend "Fair Winds And Following Seas My Vietnam Brother. "
DAVID DOLL
May 22, 2020 | BANGOR, PA | Friend
I'm so saddened by this news. John was a trooper, and I worked with him at the phone company for years. He was a good guy and a gentle soul. His name came up only a few weeks ago when i was meeting with another of our coworkers that I haven't seen in years. I can remember every time I would get him on the phone he would say- "Sammy, how ya been bud"? We just talked about tracking him down to see how he was.... Johnny, you will be missed my friend, you will never know how much. Rest and be at...
June 03, 2019
My condolences he was a good friend and neighbor
Dave Achenbach
June 02, 2019 | BANGOR, PA
I'm sorry for your loss! He was a great friend of my Uncle Dan Marshall! I remember him coming out to my grandparents to hunt with him! Always such a nice guy!
Natalie
June 01, 2019
So very sorry to hear of John's passing. Years ago he was my neighbor/friend. Second St. in Bangor was the BEST place to be. John loved to play pranks, and one particular evening, he along with George Handelong found a big old-fashioned sink that was placed by the road for pick up. They decided to DROP it on our front porch. BOOOOOM!! They were running down the street as Fred ran out the door, chasing them. Scared us for the moment, until the laughter set in. I found John to be the most...
Linda Doviak
June 01, 2019 | Port Orange, FL
My Brother My Friend
I've known John for many years, he is part of my family and always will be. He was a good friend and a mentor. He was a jokester and enjoyed life. John always offered to lend a hand if he saw you needed help. No matter what it was, he would offer his assistance. Life became difficult for him as he suffered aliments that finally took his light from us and the world too soon.
I have so many memories of hunting, fishing, camping and fellowship of him, my heart will...
Clark Ross
June 01, 2019 | Pen Argyl, PA
Kelly and Family, from our hearts to yours we are thinking about you. Stay strong. Sending love and healing thoughts. Love, Alicia, Earl, Sienna, Ava and London Green
Alicia Green
June 01, 2019 | Forks, PA | Friend
Words can not express how sorry we feel. John was a wonderful guy.
Ken & Lori Shafer
May 31, 2019 | Guilford, NY | Friend
