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John Sheetz Obituary
He was married to his wife of 49 years, Theana (Koutroulelis) Sheetz.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late John E. Sheetz Sr. and Nora (Yost) Sheetz Janda.
He was a Reading High School science teacher for many years, teaching biology, chemistry, physics and advanced placement physics, retiring in 1982.
He was a 1941 graduate of Reading High School, and received his bachelor's degree from Kutztown University and his master's degree in sciences from the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.
A Navy veteran of World War II, he served as a pharmacist's mate.
Aside from his wife, he is survived by a sister, Elizabeth M. (Sheetz) Phillips, Sinking Spring; a brother, Thomas Y. Sheetz, Exeter Township; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a brother, James.
Services will be private.
Please make contributions to St. Matthew's Greek Orthodox Church, P.O. Box 12589, Reading, PA 19612, or the Alumni Association of Reading High School, P.O. Box 14722, Reading, PA 19612. Henninger Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements. www.henninger funeralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Sheetz
Johanna Rosa (la que hablaba espanol)
July 9, 2008
I'm sorry for your loss Theana.
Chris Chrysovergis
July 8, 2008
Uncle John was a witty, intelligent, and charming man with a zestful love of life and learning. I will certainly miss him. My deepest condolences to you, dear Aunt Theana.
Vassilia Hronas
July 7, 2008
To my Dearest Aunt Theana,
I have no words for the love and sacrifices you and Uncle John made for me. He was a giving person to all and has shown the world what it means to walk in Christ shoes. I will miss him dearly. To you my loving Thea I will always be there for you, I love you very much.
Becky (Beears) Hallock
July 6, 2008
My condolences on your loss, Sra. Sheetz. I was in your Spanish class, graduating in 1978. You both were such a part of RHS and I am saddened at the loss.
John Koutroulelis
July 5, 2008
John was my uncle, he was a wonderful man... kind hearted and loving. He was like a father to me, I will miss him very much.
Melissa (Kipp)Evans
July 4, 2008
I'm a 1980 graduate of RHS, and had Mr. Sheetz for science he is one of the teachers I remember so fondly from RHS. So sorry for your loss.
Gregory Bohn
July 3, 2008
Dear Theana,
With my deepest sympathy. I will always remember John as my chemistry teacher and of coarse you as my Spanish teacher. My fondest memories of RHS. My heart reaches out to you always.
(Gregorio) Bohn and family
Madeline Novalis
July 3, 2008
Dear Theanna,
I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. I can't imagine how hard it is for you. He was such a wonderful, kind and friendly man. Ed always enjoyed playing golf with him. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies to you. Zois y logos.
Madeline and Edward
Maria Griffith
July 3, 2008
We were very saddened to hear of John's passing, our prayers are with you...Maria, Hali, and Gage
Ann (Harding) Miller
July 3, 2008
Dear Mrs. Sheetz (Theana),
I was fortunate to have Mr. Sheetz for Advanced Placement Physics in 1982. He was a great teacher & a wonderful person. May God bless you with comfort of friends and warm memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Adam (nee Spolski)
July 3, 2008
Dear Theana,
I was saddened to read about John's death. It's hard to believe that I met both of you forty years ago when I did my student teaching at Reading High! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With understanding sympathy,
Georgia Gutekunst (nee Miseyko)
July 3, 2008
Mr Sheetz was my Physiology teacher in 1967. I remember our final exam was to write out the Kreb's Cycle. He always made learning enjoyable. What a nice man and wonderful teacher!
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