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John Matthew Carl, 52, passed away on November 20, 2017, in his Sinking Spring residence surrounded by his loving family.
John was the loving husband of Erin (Reed) Carl, formerly of Scranton. John married his soul mate and best friend of 13 years on June 12, 2015.
Born December 21, 1964, in Reading, he was the son of John A. Carl and the late Christine (Katarzynski) Carl.
Known to his friends as "JC," John was a 1983 graduate of the Wilson School District. He was employed by Pizza Hut for 25 years as a manager and for the past eight years,
traveling the East Coast as an operations specialist for Papa John's Pizza, last working in October.
John loved to vacation any place there was a white sandy beach, a view of the ocean and a warm summer breeze. John especially treasured family vacations to the beaches of Sea Isle, N.J., making sure there was enough room for visiting family and friends.
Family and friends were an essential part of John's life. Whether it was having "the crew" over for spur-of-the-moment cookouts, spending time splashing in the pool with his "little bud," grandson, Brodey, taking road trips to cheer on his Minnesota Vikings football team, going on golf excursions with his Dad and brothers, supporting his daughter, Victoria, at gymnastic meets or simply spending quiet moments with his loving wife, Erin, John was happiest when spending time with the people he loved.
Being a three-time cancer survivor, John lived every day to the fullest, never taking anyone or anything for granted. Even as John courageously fought his final battle, he put people around him before himself.
John was a member of the West Lawn Quoiting Association and the Sinking Spring VFW.
Besides his wife, John is survived by his daughter, Victoria (Carl) McFarland, wife of Timothy, Exeter Twp.; his four stepchildren, Kathleen Cescon, Chicago, Ill., Patrick Cescon, Sinking Spring, Michael Cescon, State College, Timothy Cescon, Wyomissing; and a grandson, Brodey McFarland.
He is also survived by his father, John A. Carl, Mohnton; three brothers: Kenneth, husband of Judith Herbstreith, Hellertown, Robert, husband of Sandy (Lutz), Womelsdorf, Mark, husband of Cathy (Ray), Sinking Spring; and a sister, Theresa (Carl) Lienti, husband of Robert, Wernersville. There are also two nieces, Taylor, Philadelphia, and Casey, Pittsburgh.
A celebration of John's life will be held Saturday,
November 25, 2017, at 12:00 noon at Giles &Yeckley Funeral Home, 21 Chestnut St., Mohnton, PA 19540.
Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's memory to his grandson Brodey's 529 College Fund. Please send donations in check form payable to Theresa Lienti, 216 Beta Circle, Wernersville, PA 19565, noting 529 College Fund on the check.
To offer the family online condolences, please visit us at www.gilesandyeckley.com.
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Ken and Carol Large
November 22, 2017
To the family of John We are sadden to here of John.s passing we enjoyed John at pizza Hut Ken work with him.We always went to see him when we were in Reading He will be sadly missed
November 22, 2017
Jack and family,condolences on your loss. I am keeping you in my thoughts. Tracy C.
Fred Seidel
November 22, 2017
On behalf of the Seidel family we our deeply sadden about the lost of John. We will always remember his smile and his kindness.
The Staff of Giles & Yeckley Funeral Home
November 22, 2017
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
November 16, 2017
The Final Salute
Brothers in Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Johnny Carley, Sr. our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Johnny. To Johnny it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Vietnam War while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Johnny, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 961 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Johnny's family and loved ones.
Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Charles Livingston, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
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