John G. Cartledge

John G. Cartledge obituary

John G. Cartledge

John Cartledge Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Homes, P.C. - Allentown on Aug. 18, 2025.

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John G. Cartledge, 74, of South Whitehall Twp., passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Fellowship Manor in Whitehall. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late John T. and Dorothy Ann (Kuse) Cartledge. He earned his Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering from Penn State University and received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rochester. John was a Chemical Engineer with Air Products in Trexlertown for many years until retiring in 2001. As a member of Theta Chi Fraternity, true to its creed, he remained a true friend to his brothers, cherishing time spent with them. John was an avid Penn State Nittany Lion fan, especially enjoying his long-held season tickets and trips to Beaver Stadium to watch the football games. WE ARE!!

Survivors: Sister, Pamela A. Cartledge; Cousins, Maureen Apone and Clare Macchia and her husband, Mark; and Brother-in-Law, Rick Vandervoort.

Services: A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation in John's name to Fellowship Manor, Whitehall, PA or Serenity Hospice PA.

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