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For 37 years John operated the Colebrook Tavern, in Lebanon, which he owned with his siblings. Prior to purchasing the Tavern, John was a manager at Woolworth's for 21 years, traveling to various cities launching new retail branches. Earlier in life, John enlisted and honorably served in the United States Marine Corps.
Passionate about flying, John earned his pilot's license in 1989 and promptly purchased his very own plane, a 1964 Piper Cherokee N25D. Although aviation was his passion, his true joy came from spending time with Connie's children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors: fiancée, Connie and her daughters, Michelle Reichenbach (Dan) of Allentown and Cheri Longenbach (Todd) of Macungie; siblings, Fred Morris (Cynthia) of Oaklyn, NJ and Lauretta Morris (Claire) of Lititz; 6 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Morris.
A Memorial Service will take place on Saturday, December 14 at 11 am at Keller Funeral Home, 1018 Church St., Fogelsville. Visitation, 10 to 11 am. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, care of the Funeral Home, PO Box 52, Fogelsville, PA 18051.
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Eileen Arnold
December 27, 2024
So sorry to hear of this. Johnny. you were one for the books.
We certainly had some fun at the Colebrook Tavern in that pinch pond
It was my pleasure to have you say that I was your own doctor
I´m glad you´ll be having some peace
Faye Woodhouse
December 11, 2024
John you will be missed by all. Thanks for all you did for me and my family throughout the years. RIP and fly high.
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Cheri Longenbach
December 11, 2024
John
I may not have said this enough, thank you for loving my mom and all the care you gave her. My family will so miss you. Your personality and contagious smile will be so missed. John thank you
Love Cheri
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Faye Woodhouse
December 8, 2024
You telling me I was too short to reach the glasses to bartend, I ended up be the last bartender the day you sold the bar. John thank you for your friendship throughout the years and the help when needed. Love you John and you will be missed.
Robert J. Miklas, USN.
December 8, 2024
A marine has passed away today. John, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. The final battle is now over and peace has been restored. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.
Grateful
December 7, 2024
John,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
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