John F. Glatfelter
John F. Glatfelter
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John was born in York, PA on February 14, 1947 and was the son of the late Frederick and Marycatharine (Diefenderfer Glatfelter) Weaver; (Louis S. Weaver Jr). He attended Spring Grove Area Junior High School and graduated from York Country Day School. John also graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University and was a 25th Infantry Division Vietnam and Cambodian Veteran of the United States Army. He later worked for National Central Bank, York Federal Savings and Loan, and the Strand Capitol Performing Arts Center.
In addition to his loving wife Cynthia, John is survived by his daughters Katherine Minchin, Sara Caughy, and Emily Bateman; seven grandchildren; his sisters Catharine Hancock, Ann Millett, and Romayne Kahley; and his brother Louis S. Weaver, III.
Funeral services and interment will be held privately by the family.
Memorial contributions in John's memory may be made to the York County SPCA, 3159 N. Susquehanna Trail, York, PA 17406.
Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., of Spring Grove is entrusted with arrangements and condolences may be shared at www.beckfunerals.com
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Robert Cliff
August 25, 2025
"Swabbie" as he was known in college was always perfectly groomed and ready for fun anytime.... Many fond memories from our SAE days. Always spoke of York Pa and seems that was where he lived his whole ...just a great friend.
Thomas Hatch
August 25, 2025
I have many great memories of time spent with our friend John during our time together in college. He won´t be forgotten. Condolences to his family.
Edgar Boles
August 25, 2025
A college friend, fraternity brother and great guy. May God bless his soul.
Jimmie Wright
August 19, 2025
I went to school with John at Ohio Wesleyan and we were in the same fraternity (Sigma Alpha Epsilon). Had many an adventure with John back in our misspent youth. John was always dressed well and preferred scotch when must of us were simple beer drinkers. John always seemed to have a mild disposition and was a fun guy. Although he was in the army, his nickname was "Swabbie" as if he were in the navy. No idea where his nickname originated??
My condolences to John´s family. John was a super guy in college and I´m sure no less the rest of his life.
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George P. Kegler
July 26, 2025
To the family of John Glatfelter.
My deep condolences to you all.
Though not in my life for many recent years, I frequently think of my friendship with John, how lucky I was to be his friend and what a kind and fearless individual he was to be with.
With my dearest and best thoughts,
George P. Kegler
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