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John Petrachonis Obituary
March 10, 2014
John Petrachonis, 62, of 17 E. Franklin St., Saint Clair, died Monday at his home.
Born in Shenandoah, Nov. 25, 1951, he was a son of Felix and Anastasia Barno Petrachonis.
John served in the Army during the Vietnam War.
He was a mechanic at Pet Brothers, Shenandoah.
John loved his family, cruises, beaches, hosting holiday parties and riding his Harley.
Loved by his family, he will be greatly missed.
Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Mary C. Salmon Petrachonis; four children, Katie Petrachonis, Los Angeles, Calif., John Petrachonis and his wife, Michelle, Tampa, Fla., Annie Petrachonis and her fiance, Sean Huff, Harrisburg, and James Petrachonis, Saint Clair; a grandson, Jordan Huff; two brothers, Felix (Cherie) and Frank Petrachonis, Shenandoah; a sister, Anna (Jay) McNamara, Susquehanna; brothers-in-law, James (Mary) and John (Jill) Salmon; sister-in-law, Terry (Al) Owens; nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, with the Rev. William Glosser officiating. Friends may call from 10 until time of services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests blood donations be made in John's memory to the American Red Cross. Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, 110 N. Second St., Saint Clair, PA 17970, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be sent to www.brucethartfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Petrachonis
richard abdo
March 5, 2021
her was a good man and is truly missed
rochard abdo
March 5, 2020
He will always be missed. He was good man with a big heart..Richard and Karen Abdo
ginny abrachinsky -martin
April 7, 2014
Frank,Felix and family have just heard about John,I am so sorry for your loss.May good memories and peace be with you.
Mia O'Brien Light
March 24, 2014
I was stunned to hear of John's passing. He just fixed my car the week before. A finer man I have never known.
Sister Mary Ann Spaetti
March 18, 2014
I just learned of John's death and I am deeply saddened. I am a customer at Pet Brothers and John was always cheerful, kind, and honest. I trusted him like a would my own brother. I often thought of what a better world it would be if more people were like him. John and all of the family will be in my prayers.
Marie Fitzpatrick
March 13, 2014
Dear Mary Catherine and children,
I was so sorry to hear of John's sudden death. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ed Waiksnoris
March 13, 2014
Heartfelt loss.. My sincere condolences to Frank, Felix, and the entire Petrachonis family.
BUCK & DEB CLARK
March 13, 2014
RIP JOHN!
YOUR WILL SURELY BE MISSED.
BUCK & DEB CLARK
March 13, 2014
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER,HUSBAND,AND FRIEND. HE WAS A GREAT GUY...HE WILL BE SURELY MISSED.
Dave & Linda Cresswell
March 13, 2014
What a dear man. Always had a smile on his face. God be with
Mary & her wonderful family. He is sorely missed.
Paul and Claudia Roberts
March 13, 2014
May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John was always so nice at the shop. He had a great personality. May the memories bring you comfort as you grieve.
Bill Savitsky
March 12, 2014
Sincere condolences to Frank, Felix and the entire Petrachonis family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kelly Mason
March 12, 2014
To Frank, Felix, and to all of the members of the Petrachonis family, we send our deepest sympathy at this time of profound sadness and our heartfelt prayers that you will find comfort in treasured memories. God bless.
Jim and Beth Thomas
March 12, 2014
Felix we are so sorry to hear about John
Fritz & Sue Krusinsky
March 12, 2014
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of John. He will be greatly missed up at the auto shop.
Richard Harding
March 11, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alfie Seritti
March 11, 2014
Frank & Felix,
Sorry to here about John.
Larry and Gail Simms
March 11, 2014
Frank and Felix, we were so sad and sorry to hear of John passing. He was always so upbeat and jovial. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God Bless
March 11, 2014
Felix, Frank, Anna, Mary and the rest of the Petrachonis family. My deepest condolences on John's passing. He will surely be missed. John was the life of the party up on the hill. Frank and Felix, the place won't be the same without him. But, knowing you guys, you'll make do. He always asked me how my mom was doing every time I was up there. I can't help but think that he is with Helen now. He always hooked me up. Going to miss him saying "Very Good" and "bring it up at 2". John, rest in peace buddy. Butch Lipiec
Pete Ulicny
March 11, 2014
Frank, Felix, and family, I am very sorry to hear about John. He was always a great person, I played sports with him when we were kids, then there were Anita's parties and the bands, and at the shop with my brother. May he rest in peace. God bless you.
Hank & Julie Faleski
March 11, 2014
So sorry to hear of Johns passing.. Our deepest condolences to his family in this sad time.
NANCY BUCKLAR
March 11, 2014
TO THE PETRACHONIS FAMILY,I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. JOHN WAS A GOOD PERSON I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS
Joseph Mariano
March 11, 2014
So sorry to hear about John what a very nice man , JoJo
Dave and Diane Rumbel
March 11, 2014
Felix, Frank and family.
John will surely be missed, sorry for your loss
CHRIS JONES
March 11, 2014
So sorry to hear this news John was a great guy always joking when i was at the shop. He would always talk about his kids,he was so proud of them. I will miss him dearly RIDE FREE MY FRIEND
Andy & Deb Ulicny
March 11, 2014
John is a man we'll all miss... so sorry for the family. Our condolensces.
John & Carol Howchick
March 11, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joeseph & Cindy Yurkonis
March 11, 2014
No words can express the sorrow we feel. We hope it comforts you to know that others care. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
steve mahmod
March 11, 2014
sorry for your loss i was John`s parts guy , a good friend he will be missed i said a prayer
Brenda OBrien ORourke
March 11, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Petrachonis famil in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Josita Boxter
March 11, 2014
Our deepest sympathy, our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. RIP, fly high John Petrachnis.
March 11, 2014
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE. CAROL AND JOE LAZER
Janice Davies
March 11, 2014
My Condolences to the Entire Petrachonis Family. Keep all you special memories near to your hearts. R.I.P John
March 11, 2014
To the Petrachonis family, Sorry to hear about John's passing. He was a very good man and friend. We will sincerely miss him. Mr. an Mrs. Richard Abdo
March 11, 2014
Dear Mary and children, I received the sad news only an hour ago. Want you to know that thoughts and prayers are sent for you at this time. I know you are blessed with 36+ years of cherished memories with John. Hold on to those memories. Shirley
Ed Miller
March 11, 2014
I was probably the first person to give john a job when I believe he was in eighth grade.
Always close over the years having just spoken to him a week ago.
A fantastic individual that I have always had the greatest respect for and admired him for his accomplishments. An attitude that was always giving and a perfect match for his family.
God bless you John I will always miss you.
Lisa Arant
March 11, 2014
Felix, Frank, and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the sweet memories of your time with John. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Bill, Kathy, Dan & Paige VanGieson
March 11, 2014
Felix and Frank, our prayers go out to everyone in the Petrachonis family. John has passed on to a better place but he will surely be missed. We will remember him in our hearts.
Keith&Lisa Barkus
March 11, 2014
To the Petrachonis family, we are so sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful person and remember the good times you had with him.
~Ron and Julie Mickalowski
March 11, 2014
Dear Felix, Frank and the extended Petrachonis family,
We were sad to hear about the passing of John. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed by many.
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