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John J. Maco Jr.

FUNERAL HOME

J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home Inc.

1601 W Hamilton Street

Allentown, Pennsylvania

John Maco Obituary

Name: Calling hours for John J. Maco Jr.
Start: 2020-01-29T14:30:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-29T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church

John J. Maco, Jr. 69, of Bethlehem, passed away January 23, 2020 in the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Beth (Werley) Maco. They were married for 41 years last September. John was an automotive sales consultant at Rentschler Corporation for 35 years until retiring. Prior to that, he worked in the hot mill at the former Bethlehem Steel. Born in Fountain Hill, he was the son of the late John J. Maco, Sr. and the late Helen N. (Nemsak) Maco. He was 1976 graduate of Allentown College, as a history major . He served the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. John was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church.

Survivors: Wife, Son: John J. Maco III and his wife Heather L. Maco of Bethlehem, Daughter: Lauren E. wife of Matthew W. Lauth of Bethlehem, Brother: Rev. Stephen L. Maco of Fountain Hill, Brother-In-Law: Myles R. Werley III and his wife Karen of Lancaster, Nephew: Dr. Mark Werley and his wife Dr. Elizabeth Werley of Lancaster and Grandchildren: Mackenzie, Landon, Gavin, Hannah and Haydn.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 11 A.M. at Nore Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church 1861 Catasauqua Road Bethlehem, PA 18018. Call Wednesday, from 9:30 A.M. to 11 A.M. in the Church. Interment will be private. Arrangements by the J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown. Condolences may be offered and further information found at www.jsburkholder.com

In lieu of flowers, an educational scholarship fund will be set up for John's grandchildren c/o Notre Dame School.

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Published by Morning Call on Jan. 25, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for John Maco

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18 Entries

Sharon Mycio

June 22, 2020

My family has been buying cars from John for 25 years. Today we called to schedule the first inspection for my boyfriend's new Jeep and are shocked to hear that John will not be there to joke and kid around with us.
My ex-husband and I ordered our first vehicle for the safety of our newborn son back in early 1996. Mt father in law at the time bought a new Concorde from John in late 1995. My son bought his first car in 2015 from John. And now my current boyfriend and I ordered his new Jeep from John last June 2019. This is such a blow to our spirits. We are so very sorry for your loss...

Sharon Elaine

June 22, 2020

My family and I have been buying cars from John for 25 years. He was a great friend to me, my son, my ex-husband and my current boyfriend. We were looking forward to seeing him this June when we get our Jeep inspection. My boyfriend Craig and I are in shock as we just found out.
To his family: we are so very sorry for your loss. John was a great friend
Sharon Mycio and Craig Martyn

Roy SeKoch

January 31, 2020

So sorry for your loss. It's been a long time since we saw each other but I will never forget him. He was one of a kind. RIP

Wendy Borger

January 30, 2020

I am so deeply sorry for the loss of John. He was a great man and wonderful salesman. I enjoyed talking with him and dealing with our vehicle needs for work and personal.. I will miss him and know others will also. I will forever cherish the memories and knowing him. PRAYERS to the family.

Mark Adams

January 29, 2020

To the Maco family,
I was saddened and stunned by the news of John's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Though I never met you, his family, I know and could feel the love he had for all of you. I met and have known John 20 plus years ago through the Rentschler Dealership. I became his customer but more importantly we became friends. I always looked forward to our chats whenever I came into the dealership. He surely will be missed! May GOD'S peace be with you all!!

Linda Watsula

January 28, 2020

Dear Beth, John, Lauren and families,
I saw you at Christmas Eve Mass in the parish center and was impressed at how all of you were there. Couldn't miss John lll s suit. I was in Manhattan with Michael and his family when I heard the sad news. I will see you all at Notre Dame in the morning. I will say many prayers to get you through the days ahead as you begin to live without your husband and father and grandfather's physical presence in your lives. You can still talk to him and know that he will hear you.

Linda Watsula

Steve Ferretti

January 28, 2020

I just heard the sad news through a friend. My deepest sympathies to Beth and Lauren and John's many friends. As you deal with the grief of his passing, I hope that you can also focus on the wonderful times and good memories that you shared.

rick rentschler

January 27, 2020

Beth, Lauren, and Johnny,

Our entire Family of employees share in the loss of your dearest John. He had (and will continue to have) a profound affect on the success of our dealerships. His infectious positive personality has brightened the days of his fellow employees for years. Please accept our gratitude for sharing John's wonderful life with all of us and our many loyal customers.
May John's great Love for Life continue to uplift you, and those close to you!

The Rentschler Dealerships

Tom Gallagher

January 27, 2020

Beth & Family,
Rosemary & I send ouyr deepest sympathy. We were shocked by the news of John's passing. He was a good friend for over 50 years and we always enjoyed our time together with you, John, Geri and Stolly. We will keep him in our thoughts & prayers. Unfortunately, I will be in Chicago Tuesday & Wednesday and will not be able to attend the services.

Tom & Rosemary Gallagher

January 27, 2020

Beth, Lauren, & Johnny,
It was with profound sadness that I received the news of John's passing. For over 32 years he was my friend and co-worker. he was the best co-worker I've ever had. I'm going to miss him greatly. May God hold you close in his loving embrace and assuage your grief at this most difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rodney Fritzinger

LISA PHILLIPS

January 27, 2020

Beth- I am so very sorry to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.

Sharon Hobe

January 26, 2020

Beth and family,
I am so sorry to read of John s passing. We had a lot fun back in day'. I will always have fond memories of the best of times, including those Saturday nights at your bar and fireplace. I wish you strength and love through these difficult days and that warm memories and his enduring love will keep you all comforted. John will now accompany Joe and Bob in raising some fun upstairs.
May John Rest In Peace and you all be blessed by all our prayers and warmed by the love of family and friends.
With sympathy,
Sharon

Diane Horvath

January 26, 2020

To Beth and the Maco Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of John. I have many fond memories of great times over the years. Beth, hopefully you can find peace in all of those memories. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May John Rest in Peace. Unfortunately I cannot come to pay my respects but I'll be thinking of you.

Diane Horvath

Mike & Patty Bernadyn

January 25, 2020

Our deepest sympathy I worked with John at Rentschler for 10 years. He was a great man and appreciate the time I got to know him.
Rest in peace

Christopher Lynn

January 25, 2020

Great times and fond memories of Claire St days. Rest in Peace my friend.

January 25, 2020

Great times and fond memories of Claire St days.. Rest in Peace my friend.

January 25, 2020

Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.

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