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John Datzyk Obituary
John Walter Datzyk, 50, of Allentown, passed away Monday, July 25, 2011 at home. Born in Allentown, he was a son of Ruth N. (Snyder) Datzyk and the late Walter Datzyk. John owned and operated Little Lehigh Landscaping before helping with upkeep and administration of Datzyk Montessori School in South Whitehall Township. He was a member of the Lutheran Congregation of Cedar Church, South Whitehall Township. Survivors: Mother; sisters, Marian R. wife of John R. Kavanagh of Richmond, VA; Linda R. wife of John S. Turrisi of Reading, PA; nieces, Amber Kavanagh Riley, Lauren Kavanagh Brow and Gabriella R. Turrisi; nephew, Niccolo V. Turrisi His beloved dog, Daisy. Services: Memorial Service 2:30 pm Friday, July 29, 2011 at Schmoyer Funeral Home 8926 Brookdale Road, Breinigsvillle. Call 2 p.m. to time of service. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions to Appalachian Trail Conservancy Mid-Atlantic Regional Office, 4 East First Street, Boiling Springs, PA 17007. www.schmoyerfuneralhome.com
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Debbie
July 22, 2022
Miss our conversations and wild adventures. It's not the same having a one way conversation. When I enter the school I greet you. When I am down in the basement I talk with you as I look up the staircase I look for you and all I see are memories you left behind. Love and miss you buddy
john r kavanagh
July 31, 2011
John.
You were always a kind and gentle man. I know how much you suffered the last few years I am glad that you are at home with God.I will keep you in my heart and mind. RIP.
Sharon Balaban/Brown
July 30, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Datzyk family. John and I were friends during our teen age yrs. Such good memories!!!
R.I.P John
Kirk Nagle
July 29, 2011
John was a great guy. We were good friends since elementary school. Some might remember when we broke a guy's windshield throwing apples and walnuts from your front yard-we had to pay for it. God bless!
Ahmad, Aya, and Yousuf Kanan
July 29, 2011
We will miss you, Uncle John. We have all experienced your kindness, thoughtfulness and helpfulness.
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs Datzyk and to the family.
Eleanor
July 29, 2011
I pray for John and his family members, especially Mrs. Datzyk, Linda, and Marian.
John, may your generous spirit comfort those around you at this time of great sadness. You are Home now with God, our Father.
July 29, 2011
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AS A FRIEND THAT WE HADE MORE FUN TOGETHER THEN WE WERE ALLOWED TO. I WILL MISS YOU EVEN THOUGH WE HAVEN'T BEEN IN TOUCH FOR YEARS. NOW I'M SORRY WE HAVE NOT KEPT IN TOUCH AS MUCH AS WE SHOULD HAVE. I'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU. PETER WHITE
Ted Newton
July 28, 2011
Although we lost touch over the years I will never forget the exceptional times that we had hiking the Appalachian Trail dozens of times, the full moon night hike from Stony Creek to Glen Onoko , camping at Bear Rocks in a blizzard, rock climbing at Delaware Water Gap and skiing at Camel Back. You are in my thoughts and prayers and you will never be forgotten. Ted Newton
Steve Roma
July 28, 2011
I will always remember the things we did together. Climbing those incredible cliffs in Colorado, rafting the Pine Creek Gorge (at flood stage), and all the miles we hiked on the AT. You will be missed. Your friend, Steve Roma
Claudia OHara Sacco
July 28, 2011
We will all miss you so much. Our wonderful memories are what will keep you alive in our hearts. Love, Claudia
July 28, 2011
Thank you John for memories of fun, adventure and laughter. Josephine said it best - that really was some of the best summertime fun of our youth. We will keep you and those memories in our hearts always.
With love,
Michele
God, embrace John in your love, and give comfort to his family. Amen.
July 27, 2011
God Bless You John as you join other loved ones in Heaven. You will be so sorely missed by your family and everyone else who loved you. I have such wonderful memories of all the summertime fun we had as kids.
Love,
Josephine
Susan Flemish Mancino
July 27, 2011
Thank you for being my friend for so many years, John. Even though we lost touch for a time, when we met again it was as if we had just seen each other. Your kindness will be with me forever. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Bill Deibert
July 27, 2011
John was always a pleasure to deal with at the dealership, you will be missed John and God speed.
July 27, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family on such a great loss. Johnny D. or better known as Uncle John by the children, you helped watch over so many young ones for so many years. You will be truly missed by so many. I am thankful to have meet you way back when at LCCC in writing class. Our friendship blossomed over the years. I will surely remember all the time we shared together and hold you in my heart forever. Please watch over all of us my dear friend.
Love ya,
Debbie
Jeff Wetherhold
July 27, 2011
I will deeply miss my cousin John. I have many fond memories of him. He was kindhearted and fun to be around. During my youth I spent a lot of time with him swimming, building rafts to navigate Cedar Creek, exploring abandoned buildings, and talking about the future. Would we, one day, be astronauts? Would we serve in a future war?
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