John J. Raynock Sr.

John J. Raynock Sr., 91 years of age of Weatherly, passed away on Saturday at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton.

Born Friday, June 5, 1931 in Rockport, he was the son of the late Frank J. and Ann (Hallahan) Raynock. John was also predeceased by sister, Martha E. Raynock; and brothers, Frank J. and Joseph Raynock.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 60 years, Eleanor (Wozniacki) Raynock; son, John J. Raynock, Jr.; daughter, Maura A. Grega and her husband Lawrence; brother, James Raynock and his wife Patricia; sisters, Mary Ann Marshall, wife of Randy; Peggy Joan Raynock; and Ann Carol Karotko, wife of Robert; and grandchildren, Veronica and Alexander. Many nieces and nephews also survive John.

A 1949 Weatherly High school graduate, John served honorably in the United States Army. He and his partner Ronald Eroh owned E & R Plumbing & Heating in Weatherly for over 40 years. He was a former officer of the L&L fire company, the Weatherly Municipal Authority, the Anthracite Building and Loan, Security Savings and the First Federal Charitable Foundation. A member of Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C., John was also a Fourth Degree Knight of the St. Nicholas Knights of Columbus. An avid outdoorsman, John liked to hunt, fish and golf. He was a member of Silver Ridge and Brushy Hollow Hunting Clubs.

Private arrangements entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First Street Weatherly, PA 18255. (570) 427-4231

Memorials in his name to: St. Nicholas Knights of Columbus Council #12105.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes

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