John Henry Witzel, Jr.
John Henry Witzel, Jr.
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Mr. John Henry Witzel Jr. of South Boston passed away on November 28, 2025 at the age of 88. He was born in Bridgeville, PA on September 1, 1937 to the late John Henry Witzel, Sr. and the late Stella Tazcinski Witzel. He was married to Mary Ann S. Witzel who survives.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Mary Ann; his children, Michael Alan Witzel (Laurie), Mark Henry Witzel (Christine), Janet Elaine Witzel Leaf, Susan Elizabeth Witzel and Karen Witzel Price (Randy). Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and great great great grandchildren; siblings, Jean Supan and Dennis Witzel. He was preceded in death by one son, John Edward Witzel; and brother Raymond Henry Witzel.
His passing will leave a void to all who knew him.
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com or by visiting their Facebook page.
Arrangements for Mr. John Henry Wiotzwl, Jr have been entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston.
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