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John Baranski Obituary
John H. Baranski Jr., 72, of Plains Twp., passed away Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022, at home with his family by his side.
Born Aug. 18, 1949, in Hanover Twp., he was the only son of the late John H. and Edith M. Baranski. He was a graduate of Hanover High School, Class of 1967.
John joined the U.S. Air Force in 1967 and served until 1971, having served a year tour of duty in Vietnam as a sergeant with the 377th Security Police at Tan Son Nhut Air Base where he received the Air Force Commendation Medal after his return. He also received a Presidential Outstanding Unit Award (with combat "V" Device) for meritorious service.
John was a life member of the Vietnam Veterans Association; Plains American Legion; Joseph E. Conlon Pot 558; life member of the Disabled American Veterans; Masonic Lodge 61 in Wilkes-Barre; Bloomsburg Caldwell Consistory, where he was a 32nd Degree Mason; International Association of Firefighters Local #840, where he served eight years as president and vice-president; International Association of Fire Chiefs; Pennsylvania State Professional Firefighters Association, where he previously served as a staff representative; and the Pennsylvania State Arson Investigators Association.
John was a career firefighter for the Plains Twp. Fire Department for 36 years, retiring in April 2011, where he held several positions within the department before becoming fire chief in 2004. He was also employed part-time by Filippini Bus Lines and Williams Bus lines for 32 years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, the former Karen Brunn; two sons, John H. Baranski III and his wife, Michelle, Larksville; Brian Baranski and his wife, Heather, Kingston Twp.; grandsons, Christopher, Nathan, Gavin and Mason Baranski; niece, Cindy (Saba) Bleiler; and nephew, Jeffrey Panzak.
He was extremely proud of his sons and grandsons and followed their sporting events faithfully.
Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday from Corcoran Funeral Home, 20 S. Main St., Plains Twp., with Deacon Donald Crane officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Twp.
Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to any veterans organization of your choice.
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Paul & Kim Cole
August 9, 2024
To the Baranski Family. Very Very sorry for your loss and I will always remember John (Jack) as a very good man, who always seemed joyful and full of wit. Glad to have known him. God Bless. Paul & Kim Cole and Family
Paul F. Cole & family
October 8, 2022
Mrs. Baranski, Jack, Brian and Family, we are very sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was a good man and person. Very quick witted with a great sense of humor. When I worked with Plains, he always came off with something funny to make you laugh and break up the day w/ humor. If there is anything we can do, let us know. Brian has contact info. Again, very sorry
Roberta Smith
September 18, 2022
Rest in Peace Brother. Your Home Now.
Prayers for all family.
All your Brothers of VSPA, 377th SPS Brothers
William Mccluney
August 20, 2022
I pray my brother travels well
Debbie Polacheck
August 20, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing.
I only knew him from the credit union, but he was such a nice , wonderful man who was so proud of his family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy
August 19, 2022
Prayers for all you at this time of loss .
Karen Kopec
August 19, 2022
Brian, very sorry to see your dad has passed away. My condolences to you and your family.
The Stark Family
August 19, 2022
Brian and family, we are so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Daniel Shepko
August 18, 2022
So sorry for your loss. John was a good father and husband and a true patriot.
Tom Belles
August 18, 2022
Mrs. Baranski, Jack, Prine and family I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad. He was a great man, father and friends. He truly made a difference during his lifetime and will be remembered fondly Play so many people. Godspeed to your dad/grandfather. God bless all of you you are in my prayers.
Linda Crake
August 16, 2022
Brian, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My sympathy and prayers to you and all of your family at this sad and difficult time.
Carol Amos Miscavage
August 16, 2022
Karen, So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Dave Abraham
August 16, 2022
My condolences to the family. I enjoyed working with Jack and talking with him. May his memory be eternal.
Joe Gonda
August 16, 2022
Very sorry for your loss prayers and blessings
Michael Stolarik
August 15, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cathirose Perugino
August 15, 2022
Cathirose Perugino
August 15, 2022
Cathirose Perugino
August 15, 2022
My deepest sympathy.You guys made a great looking couple,Pat and I called you the love birds.John will never be forgotten.
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