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Jack Andre Obituary
Jack Andre, 95, of Oley, Pike Twp., formerly of
Boyertown, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 12, at his home.
Born in Stonersville, he was the son of the late John and Suzanna (Stofko) Andrejansky.
Jack was a member of St. Columbkill RC Church, where he was a former usher. He was a WWII US Army AirCorp B-17 tail gunner who flew 28 missions with all the original squad members. He had attained the rank of Staff Sgt.
Jack lived in Iceland for five years while working as Chief of Ground Operation at Keflavik Airport. He returned to the US and then worked 34 years at Firestone in Pottstown before retiring.
Jack enjoyed gardening at his small farm for 60 years.
He also enjoyed traveling the world.
Surviving are daughters, Kathleen "Kathy" Fuhs, wife of Raymond, and Andrea "Andee" Plavcan, wife of David; one sister, Delores Ondo; grandchildren: Jesse Plavcan, Brett Fuhs, Rachael Plavcan and Timothy Plavcan; and 6 great-grandchildren.
He is predeceased by 12 siblings.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 11:00 a.m. at St. Columbkill RC Church, 200 Indian Springs Road, Boyertown. Visitation will be Wednesday from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow in
Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack's name to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kan. 66675-8516, or to an organization of your choice.
Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc.,
Gilbertsville, is in charge of arrangmenets. View obituaries or send condolences at www.catagnusfuneralhomes.com.
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Susie Stompf
January 14, 2017
Andee and Kathy and families- I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. From the stories I heard over the years, it seemed he lead a full life. I hope all of the good memories will help to make the days ahead easier. You'll be in my prayers tonight!! Susie and Ronnie
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