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John Fetsock Obituary
Born in Scranton, son of the late Walter and Mary Rodalunas Fetsock, he was educated in the Scranton School District, a graduate of Scranton Technical High School, class of 1969. He was an Army veteran, having served during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of sergeant, where he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal and Excellence in Sharp Shooting. John was employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. After his retirement, he was a funeral assistant for many years.
John enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his two granddaughters, who are the apples of his eyes.
He will be remembered by his most favorite saying "Could be worse."
He was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, and he will be deeply missed for his kindness and giving personality.
The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice of the Sacred Heart, especially his nurse Shelly, as well as the various doctors and nurses that took care of him for these last years.
Also surviving are a son, John W. Fetsock Jr. and wife, Meg of Lakeville; his granddaughters, Morgan and Brooke Fetsock; two sisters, Marlene Tonkin and Jean Dixon and husband James; two brothers-in-law, Martin Walsh and wife, Janice; John Trapani and wife, Dorothy; two sisters-in-law, Johanne Fox and husband, Jim; and Angela Griffiths; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was also preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey M. Fetsock, who died in May of 2015; and two sisters, Mary Ann Fetsock and Joyce Walsh.
Friends may call Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home Inc., 201 Route 191, Village of LaAnna, South Sterling, and on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at McGoff-Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 1401 Capouse Ave., Scranton.
The funeral will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the McGoff-Hughes Funeral Home Inc., with a blessing service by Monsignor Michael Delaney. Interment with military honors at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Fetsock
Kae Judge
June 23, 2016
Dear Donna,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please call me. We have lost touch and I would love to hear from you.
Sincerely,
Kae Judge
570-342-8080
June 23, 2016
John Meg and girls,
We are so sorry for your loss, he fought the battle and peace shall come in God's Garden eternally. Sorry we couldn't make Funeral, but our love and prayers are with you all forever my friends. God Bless.
Kevin and Mary
June 23, 2016
Donna, John and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Loving thoughts and prayers to everyone.
Renee-Gus DePietro & Family
Alanna Bright
June 22, 2016
Donna and John... I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Fetsock's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ann marie Evarts
June 22, 2016
Donna peter and I are so very sorry to hear of John's passing. Plz accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Kricket Smith
June 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss may he rest in peace and be missed
Janice Kimble
June 22, 2016
We are so very sorry for your loss, John, for you and all your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Janice and Don
June 22, 2016
So Sorry for your loss John
June 21, 2016
With heartfelt sympathy. Kelly McHugh and Karen O'Donnell.
June 21, 2016
John
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
The Bochicchio's
Steve and Ellen Drake
June 21, 2016
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father, John.
June 21, 2016
John was a student of mine at Scranton technical high school. He was a good student. He came to my anatomy and physiology class to explain the embalming procedure. He was a fine young man.
Ann Marie De Luca Emmel
Toni and Darryl
June 21, 2016
Dear Donna & Family,
We are so heartbroken over the loss of John. His kindness far exceeded anything we ever knew. We are honored to say we had known him. We will always remember the many times he brought smiles to our faces and happiness to our hearts. He will always be a part of our extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
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