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John Stanchick Obituary
Born in Minersville, he was a son of the late Ralph and Nellie Zenkuite Stanchick.
He attended Minersville schools and worked for the former Philips Van Heusen, as well as the Schuylkill County Housing Authority, retiring in 1999.
He was an Army veteran of World War II, having served as a medic in the Philippines.
John was a member of the former St. Francis of Assisi Church, Minersville. He enjoyed collecting records, having accumulated a collection of more than 3,000 albums. He was also a coin and stamp collector.
Preceding him in death were five brothers, Edward, William, Raymond, George and Charles Stanchick; and two sisters, Julie Devlin and Alice Klinger.
Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Schoener, to whom he was married for 60 years; a son, David Stanchick (Cathy), Erie; two grandsons, Kyle Carlson (Erin), Pittsburgh, and Matthew Carlson (Adriana), Erie; a great-grandson, Wyatt Carlson, Erie; nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 7 p.m. Friday and from 6 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Saturday at Dutcavich Funeral Home, 200 Sunbury St., Minersville. Interment will be in Mount Peace Cemetery. The family prefers remembrances to the Hillside SPCA. Visit www.dutcavich.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Stanchick
September 25, 2014
Dave
So sorry to hear about your dad. I
I did not know him but I do remember YOU as being a kind and gentle person.....you are a true testament to the man your dad must have been,
Prayers for your mom and the family.
Carol Pfeiffenberger Smith
September 25, 2014
Dave,
My deepest sympathy to you, your mom, and Cathy on the passing of your dad. He was a very kind man and hopefully your memories of him will help to carry you through this difficult time.
Stu
September 25, 2014
Dave,
We are sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Weisenbach Family
Pat Zybowski
September 25, 2014
We were just talking about replenishing his soda supplies! We are all thinking of you.
The Hansen Family
September 25, 2014
Dave,
We were saddened to hear of your father's passing. You, your mother and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed Robbins
September 25, 2014
Dear Mary and David:
I received from Tut the very sad news about John's passing. My sincere sympathies to you both and the rest of the family. Rest in peace, John
Ed "Butch" Robbins (Tut's stepson)
Greg/Cindy Mahall
September 25, 2014
Dave/Cathy: in town visiting Gidge post knee replacement. Sorry to hear about your loss. Here's hoping you find the strength to get thru tough times.
Diane Sumoski
September 25, 2014
David, Cathy, and Aunt Mary,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Johnny's passing. I am thinking of you. I'm also thinking of him, being at peace.
Love, Diane
Mrs. Judy (Mekunis) Saunders
September 25, 2014
Dear Dave,
I'm so sorry to read of your Dad's passing. May the Lord give you His Comfort at this time of sadness.
Maryanne Hunt (Papada)
September 25, 2014
David, I was deeply sorry to read of your Father's passing. He was a good friend to my mother when she was so ill. He brought her home-made soup and made her smile. A kind a gentle man with a sharp mind and a great sense of humor. He touched so many in our little town. He will be missed.
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