John Hartle

John Hartle, 73, Garnet Valley Industrial Arts Teacher John Hartle of Wake Forest, NC, formerly of Glen Mills, PA, died peacefully at his home and went to be with the Lord on April 23rd. Born on January 23, 1938, John was raised by his loving parents Marjorie and Bill Hartle. He graduated from Lansdowne Aldan High School in 1957. He served in the Navy until 1959 then entered Millersville University and graduated in 1963 with a Bachelors Degree in Industrial Arts and later a Masters Degree in the same field. John was a highly respected woodshop teacher at Garnet Valley High School for 30 years. The school was virtually put on the map by John's students placing first in several Industrial Arts competitions. John was also a Young Life Leader and led the Garnet Valley Young Life ministry from 1965-1972. John was a noted master craftsman in the field of cabinetry and fine woodworking. He leveraged his keen insight of his craft with his unparalleled creativity to develop and construct works of art. John was a true visionary. He shared his gift of teaching beyond the classroom with people from all walks of life, mentoring them not only in woodworking and construction, but teaching them about life in a way that only John could. The skills, knowledge and wisdom that John ingrained in so many of his students formed a solid foundation that would serve as the catalyst for future successes of those individuals. Survivors: Devoted wife of 49 years, Noel Key Hartle, his sister, Barbara Hartle of Brookhaven, his very special dogs, Yukon and Dakota, and many extended family and friends. Services: Relatives and friends are invited to attend the celebration memorial service on Tuesday, May 10th at 2:00 pm at Narberth Presbyterian Church, 205 Grayling Avenue, Narberth Pa. Contributions: All who knew John were aware of his commitment to supporting numerous missions and services as an extension of his faith. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of John may be sent to Young Life International, P.O Box 520, Colorado Springs, CO 80901-0520.