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JOHN W. WAGNER Obituary

WAGNER JOHN W. Of Newtown, Pa, formerly of Philadelphia, suddenly passed at his home on February 18, 2022, at the age of 54. Dear son of Dolores (nee Bassetti) and the late Mark Wagner. Beloved husband of Cheryl A. (Condo). Loving father of Capri, Kristian, Kyle, and Dominic. Dear brother of Mark, Joseph (Tracie), and Monica Decker (Matthew). Son-in-law of Anne Condo, and the late Joseph. Brother-in-law of Joseph Condo (Melissa), Maria Imle (Bernie), Janine Zatyko (Ron), Michele Kelly (Chris), Jeffrey Condo (Kim), and Dana Condo. Nephew to Arlene Ibbotson. Life-long friend to Richard Coyle. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews; numerous friends, and his fun loving companion Bandit. John's utmost priority and motivation in life was his family. He coached each of his children in sports with memories that will last them forever. His hobbies included being a most admired, inspiring, and dedicated coach to children in Newtown Baseball, Northampton Football and St. Andrew's Soccer. John taught his players more than just the sport and had a niche for developing each player's talents. Every player played, and it was important to him to teach them life lessons, win or lose. His greatest advice being to fight through adversity, no matter how harsh life can be or how many times you fail. He also enjoyed vacationing with family in North Wildwood, Cape May, Knoebels and Disney World. An avid Eagles Fan, John also loved fishing, hunting, hiking, playing golf, card games, and entertaining family and friends. "He had a larger than life personality" and you knew when "Johnny Wags" was in the room. The world surely skipped a beat when he passed. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Relatives and friends are invited to John's Life Celebration Thursday, February 24, 2022 from 6-9 P.M. and Friday 10-11:15 A.M. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 81 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA. 18940, followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:30 A.M. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in John's memory may be made to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Life Celebration services entrusted to SWARTZ GIVNISH OF NEWTOWN, 215-968-3891

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2022.

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Yinon Kedar

February 25, 2022

John will be missed by our entire community. Sending our deepest condolences & prayers.

Love, Yinon, Leor & Hannah

Mary Camp

February 24, 2022

John, you were my "baseball husband" for a few months last year for the Backyard Battle and I couldn´t have asked for a better partner! Your energy, your "get it done" attitude, your dedication and sense of humor was second to none. You wanted the very best experience for the players and families. Behind the mike, flipping burgers, running around to make sure things were going as planned - lots of behind the scenes work that no one else will know. Having your talented daughter, Capri sing the national anthem that night and watching you watch her with an amazing sense of pride. You were so proud of all your kids and had such love for your wife. I´ll miss you, Wags. Send me a sign now & then and heck, I´ll even give up a win to North if that makes you happy. Just one, though:) Peace, love and prayers.

Boyd family

February 23, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to John's family, he was a great coach and friend. May God surround you with comfort.

Sarah Ann Chrinko

February 23, 2022

My Thoughts and Prayers are with all of you through this difficult time.

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24

Celebration of Life

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

St. Andrew Catholic Church

81 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA

Feb

25

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

St. Andrew Catholic Church

81 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA

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25

Funeral Mass

11:30 a.m.

St. Andrew Catholic Church

81 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA

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323 Washington Ave, Newtown, PA 18940

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