John B. Mrenko

1962 - 2025

John Barry Mrenko, 62, of Latrobe, passed away on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. The son of John A. and Gloria J. (Patti) Mrenko, he was born on Nov. 12, 1962, in Indiana. John graduated from Greater Latrobe High School, Class of 1982, and worked in industrial cleaning. He was a sergeant in the Army National Guard for 20 years. John enjoyed being with family and helping to take care of his parents. He was an artistic person who liked to draw, paint, and play all kinds of music. He is survived by his mother, Gloria Jones of Latrobe; stepfather, Howard Jones of Latrobe; sister, Darlene Lewis (John) of Autryville, NC; brother, Richard A. Mrenko (Sue) of Greensburg; nephews, Matthew Hoyman (Ashley) of Hubert, NC, and Richie Mrenko of Greensburg; nieces, Melanie Cote (Zach) of California, MD, and Stephanie Mrenko of Greensburg; and many friends. John was preceded in death by his father, John A. Mrenko, in 1970. Per the family's wishes, no services will be held. Interment will take place in SS. Simon and Jude Cemetery, Blairsville. SHOEMAKER FUNERAL HOME INC., at 49 N. Walnut St., Blairsville, PA 15717, has been entrusted with the arrangements. To view the online obituary, sign the guest book, or send condolences, visit www.shoemakerfamilyservices.com.