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John Metzger Obituary
Dr. John David Metzger PhD., P.E. of Irwin, Pennsylvania, formerly of Reading, Pennsylvania, passed away on Oct. 12, 2012, at the age of 59.
Beloved son of Lukrezia (Lunen-schloss) Metzger and the late Peter Paul Metzger. Devoted and Loving Father of Rachel, Matthew and Jennifer. Brother of Ronald Metz-ger and Gilda Keturakis.
He graduated from Wilson High School (Reading) 1971. He received degrees in Nuclear Engineering from University of Tennessee at Knoxville, BS, 1975, University of Illinois at Champaign – Urbana, MS, 1977 and University of New Mexico, PhD, 1989.
Currently the Director of Nuclear Engineering Department at the University of Pittsburgh. Former employee of Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corp., State University of New York at Stony Brook, Northrop Grumman and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Member of the American Nuclear Society, Gallup Panel and American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
He was a highly-regarded professor and public speaker in the field of nuclear engineering, which awarded him numerous recognitions through patents, grants and publications.
Viewing will be held on Friday Oct. 19, 2012, from 10 a.m. to noon at Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, 739 Penn Ave., West Reading. Service to follow at noon. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: University of Tennessee Engineering Department www.engr.utk.edu/give/link6_contact_us.html or Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh www.giveto.pitt.edu in memory of Dr. John D. Metzger.
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Thomas Lesperance
October 20, 2012
It saddens me to see one of the greatest professors in my educational career pass. He had a passion for teaching, and always made a direct effort to make every class entertaining and informative. You will be missed not only by your family, but by the lives of the students and colleagues that you have touched over the years. There will be no professor that could ever replace you. You will be missed, and the classroom will never be the same.
October 18, 2012
Our condolences go out to the Metzger family. We were saddened to learn of John's death. He was a great neighbor and friend. We will miss his booming voice, infectious laugh and great sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Zowin family, Los Alamos, New Mexico
paul blazevich
October 17, 2012
my condolonces to the metzger family i was saddened and shocked to hear of john's passing i certainly will miss our sports and political conversations at alexanders gym i know mitt romney lost a vote to heaven god bless you john and may you rest in peace
Mike Malison
October 17, 2012
On behalf of Dr. John's colleagues on the Space Nuclear Thermal Propulsion Program at Northrop Grumman, we are deeply saddened and shocked to hear of his passing. He was a very valued member of our small team. His friendly and sometimes humorous personality provided us with many good times. To all of his children, we followed your upbringing as John shared stories of your activities. He was very proud of you all. We offer our deepest sympathy to you. We will miss you John.
Paul Robertson
October 16, 2012
I was very sad to hear of John's passing. I had the pleasure to meet John and take one of his courses at Bettis Laboratory. He was an excellent instructor as well as being a great deal of fun to talk with. My sincere condolences to his family.
Melinda
October 16, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Warren Ross
October 16, 2012
I miss the days you used to coach our boys in soccer. Those were good days and you helped nuture a lot of good kids. Without a doubt you were one of Ryans best coaches and you will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to your family.
Brian Fink
October 16, 2012
I took several of John's nuclear engineering courses in grad school. He was an excellent professor and I always enjoyed attending his classes. Not only was he very knowledgable about nuclear engineering topics, but he also shared a wealth of practical experiences and other stories each week. It is truly an honor to have studied under John. Deepest condolences to his family. Rest in peace, sir!
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