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John Fetterolf Obituary
Born in Doylestown, he was the son of the late John G. and Anna Schermerhorn Fetterolf.
Jack graduated from New Hope Solebury High School, Class of 1956, where he was Class President and later attended Rider College. Jack proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
He was an insurance broker for Steely and Smith Insurance for 56 years, as well as an avid fisherman, hunter and snowmobiler and loved the outdoors.
Jack was an active member of our community, being a life member and past president of Midway Fire Volunteer Fire Company, serving with the fire company for 66 years, a 32nd degree Mason with Doylestown Masonic Lodge F & AM #245 and a member of Doylestown United Methodist Church. He was a regular attendee of the "Hance Coffee Club" and being well known for his quick wit, humor and compassionate spirit. Jack will be missed greatly by all whose lives he touched.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Jay W. Fetterolf (Deanne); his daughter, Robin Fetterolf-Dunckley (Ray); his three grandchildren, Jenna (Matthew), Brett, and Lauren; his great-grandson, Dylan; his brother, Barry Fetterolf (Reni); as well as his nephews, Jonathan and Ross (Dana).
Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service at 11 a.m., Monday, Sept. 16, at Doylestown United Methodist Church, 320 East Swamp Rd., Doylestown, PA 18901, where the family will receive guests from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be private. A visitation will also be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 15, at Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Midway Volunteer Fire Company, P.O. Box 296, Lahaska, PA 18931, or Doylestown United Methodist Church at the address above.
Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home,
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Dave and Barb Buckman
September 14, 2019
Will remember Jack with a glass of wine, a funny story, a tasty appetizer, and much love. A great friend, companion and fishing/hunting buddy.
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