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John Kraynick Obituary
Survivors: wife; mother, Whitehall; sons, Ryan Kraynick and wife, Kelly, and their children, Jack, William and Maggie, Denver CO, Christopher Kraynick and his children, Andrew and Madilyn, Pittsburgh; daughters, Nicole Hammerly and husband, Chad, and their children, Kaitlyn and Tyler, Breinigsville, Angela Moyer and her husband, Nathaniel, and their son, Gavin, Whitehall; brothers, Richard, Stephen and Joseph; sisters, Patricia and Joanne. Daughter, Rachelle Dianna "Shelly" Kraynick, preceded him in death in May 2019.
Services: Mass of Christian Burial, 11 AM Friday in church, 1879 Applewood Dr. Orefield 18069. There will be a visitation 8:30 – 10 AM at STEPHENS FUNERAL HOME, INC. 274 N. Krocks Rd. Allentown 18106. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Allentown. Due to the current health situation, the reception following the interment will need to be limited with respect to the number of people in attendance. (www.stephensfuneral.com)
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, to church or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Kraynick
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Bill Mohylsky
November 4, 2023
I will always keep Johns memory within my heart and prayers as well as his beautiful family
The Yandrisevits Family
November 16, 2020
Our family is saddened to learn of your loss of your son and brother John, and send our wishes that you will find peace over time.
Rose (Arey) Pletz
November 15, 2020
Dianna and Family, So sorry to hear of the untimely passing of John. I remember him as far back as the days at St. Mary's grade school. I pray you find peace and comfort in beautiful memories and knowing John is united with daughter Rachelle. My sincere condolences to the Mooney and Kraynick families. God bless you at this difficult time.
David
November 14, 2020
To Reap the Heights of Joy, you must Fathom the Depths of Sorrow.
Farewell John,
David
Karen (Leggett) Fioriglio
November 13, 2020
Dianna and Family, I was so very sorry to learn about John’s passing. He was definitely one of the good guys. I will always remember John fondly. My sincere condolences To you and your family.
Rod ross
November 13, 2020
Dianna and family so sorry for your loss. John was a good man and will be missed by many. Thinking of you all and prayers for your family.
Linda Krause Bundra
November 12, 2020
Dianna, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. John was always such a nice guy in high school. My prayers are with all of you.
Leslee Poluka
November 12, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the entire Kraynick and Mooney families . So many years as neighbors and friends , gone much too soon . Rest In Peace in Gods loving arms .
Marlene & Barry Smith
November 12, 2020
Angie,
So sorry for your loss. I didn't know your father, but I'm sure he was a wonderful man. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy Odenwelder
November 11, 2020
My heartfelt sympathy to all. I knew John from Laneco . What a good man, always smiling, always happy and a huge heart, So blessed to know him. RIP my friend. May your fond memories and Happy times help you all to heal God Bless ,
Rich Lewis
November 11, 2020
John & the entire Kraynick family were always the best of neighbors . John will be greatly missed by all who knew him. our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Kraynick family at this very trying time sincerely ,Rich & Judy Lewis May ,he RIP ,
Bob Ruth
November 11, 2020
What a privilege to have known John and call him a friend. Dianna you are in our prayers during this time of loss. May God be with you and your family to help you through your sorrow. I can’t tell you how sorry I was to hear the news.
Joe Poluka
November 10, 2020
So very sad to hear of John’s passing. The ‘old East Catty gang just lost a good one. May you Rest In Peace John. To the rest of the Kraynick family rest assured you are in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.
Dale O.
November 10, 2020
RIP
Dale O.
Shopwell Foods Market
Eric Gerencser
November 10, 2020
RIP John. You were a close high school friend. Enjoyed our time together in several classes and also in track and field. Had hoped to see you at the 50th. Prayers for your family.
Judy and Keith Leiby
November 10, 2020
Steve,Lauren and Josh and the rest of the Kraynick family we are sending you all our love support and prayers we are so sorry for your loss
george wean
November 10, 2020
Thoughts & Prayers to The Kraynick family. Peace be with you.
Tracy L Bachman
November 10, 2020
I'm so very to hear of John's passing, I enjoyed talking with him about the kids and family and my granddaughter when he came to our office. May he RIP. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.
We will miss his smiling face at the office. ( Dr. John Potter, DMD)
Tom Boyce
November 10, 2020
I worked for John when he was assistant meat supervisor at Laneco, many years ago. I’ll always remember him as a young man. He was one of the good guys.
Hilary Mullan
November 9, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the Kraynick family. I worked with John at Laneco's office. He will be missed by his Laneco family.
William Mohylsky
November 9, 2020
It was my great pleasure to have known John and his wonderful family for the past 35 years. John and his family will always be in my prayers
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