John Stephen Gydosh

1956 - 2021

John Stephen Gydosh, 64, of Moosic, died from complications related to COVID-19 on March 21, 2021, in Smithfield, N.C.

Born Oct. 12, 1956, in Taylor, Pa., he was the son of the late Helen (Gladish) and John Gydosh. He was a 1974 graduate of Old Forge High School and an alumnus of Wilkes University, class of 1978, receiving bachelor's degrees in both psychology and sociology. He earned a master's degree in biopsychology from Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia.

John was passionate about teaching and taught kindergarten through the university level, both locally and in Florida. He delivered presentations for the University of Moscow and Comenius University. Further, he was a member and instructor for the Navy League, conducting lectures on the subject of naval history both in the United States and the Bahamas. He adored his students, was happy every day, loved life and was a gentle soul. John attained a commercial driver's license through Smith & Solomon Commercial Drivers Training School and drove part time on weekends and school vacations. He took special pride in this particular achievement and reveled in long distance trips. He loved surmounting challenges and acquiring new skills. John was a lifelong student of herpetology and enjoyed visiting aquariums within the various cities where he traveled.

He was deeply loved and will be sorely missed. He is survived by his loving twin sister, Eileen Marrazzo (Moosic); niece, India Marrazzo; brother-in-law, Michael J. Marrazzo; close family friend, Albert Sharr (Old Forge); and four-legged furry companion, Daisy.

A celebration of life event will be announced and held at a later date.