John F. Witmer, 78 of Plainfield Township passed away on Friday May 30, 2025 surrounded by family. He was the husband of Patricia Meyers Witmer. Born in Fountain Hill, PA April 28, 1947, he was the son of the late Francis L. (Irish), and Blanche E. Grove Witmer. John was a 1965 graduate of Easton Area High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. John was a decorated veteran having served with 1st Force Recon Battalion, 1st Marine Division in Vietnam for three years. John attained the rank of staff sergeant; receiving a silver star, a purple heart, and a multitude of other service medals and awards. After serving his country John became an independent owner operator for many years. He also worked with rigging and relocation of equipment and machinery. John enjoyed being at home working on his property and having friends and family visit. He was a devoted husband who loved his family. He will be remembered for his strength, kindness, and respect for everyone. In addition to his wife Patricia he is survived by two brother James A. Witmer and wife Debra of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Thomas Witmer and wife Connie of Easton, PA, a son Aaron D. Witmer, a daughter Amy L. Troch and husband Jeffrey of Schuylkill Haven, PA, four grandchildren Allison Counterman and husband Alex, Arianna Witmer, Kasie Troch, and Declan Witmer, three great grandchildren Ellie Mae, Marley Rae, and Beckett James Counterman. Funeral services with Military Honors will be held, Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 11 AM at the Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC, 126 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Pen Argyl. There will be a visitation beginning at 10 AM until time of services at the funeral home. Online condolences may be offered at www.ruggierofuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to the VFW or Disabled American Veterans. To send a flower arrangement in memory of John F. Witmer, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on May 30, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for John Witmer

21 Entries

Nd and father. He will be missed. May God’s grace and loving arms sur Herring

June 16, 2025

My deepest sympathies go out to Pat and the Witmerfamily. John was a good husband and fatherand will be missed. May God wrap his loving arms around you and be forever in your hearts.
I apologize for not attending the services. I recently had a malignant brain tumor removed and have side effects from radiation. I sit back and remember allOur families shared over the years. There were many good ones.

Michael and Rose Fiorot

June 13, 2025

Dear Pat,
We are so very saddened by the passing of your husband. May pleasant memories comfort you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Sandy Frable

June 12, 2025

Aaron and family, so sorry to hear about your father´s passing! My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family at this time! Just hold on to the great memories you have with him and God will get you through this! My Daddy has been gone for 39 years and not a day goes by that I don´t miss him but I know he is here with me in my heart and someday we´ll be together again! God is Good! God Bless you all!

Barry Miller

June 12, 2025

John
Thank you for your service to our nation. As a fellow Marine I feel compelled to laud your service especially your time in Vietnam. We probably crossed paths while serving there. Semper Fi !!!

Eric Holsinger

June 11, 2025

My deepest sympathies to Aunt Pat, Amy, Aaron, Uncle John's brothers and the extended family. I'm so sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in each other. May he rest in eternal peace.

Helen Boscaino

June 11, 2025

Dear Pat &family,My heart aches for you and your family,try to always remember the good times and smile.My thoughts and prayers are with you always,Love Helen

Karin Curcio

June 11, 2025

Dear Witmer family
My condolences to you upon the passing of your father, husband and grandfather .
Sincerely,
Karin Curcio

Michael Kilpatrick

June 8, 2025

I have great childhood memories of John, he is such a great man

David Kilpatrick

June 7, 2025

Pat & family, my heart and prayers are with you all. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Stan Engler

June 5, 2025

One of the finest straight up men in the world. Dependable and honest: second to none. If John considered you a friend, you were blessed with the most honorable friendships to exist. I myself could not attain the high mark of John's standards. Yet, he considered me a friend. John is now in a place where he will be nothing less than 2nd in command. Glow brightly friend.

Audrey Sprague Steiert

June 4, 2025

Although I didn’t know John personally, I want to let his wife and family know that I am so very proud of the service he gave in Vietnam as well as his other services. John is a true hero in my book. He, along with my late husband and so many others served in a war that should have never happened. God Bless John and all of his fellow soldiers.

Dona Fox

June 2, 2025

Pat, I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. I always enjoyed talking with him

Robert J. Miklas, USN.

June 2, 2025

John, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.

Nicole Mohr Costa

June 2, 2025

Uncle John was an amazing man and will be missed very much. So many memories from being little with him around and great conversations with him as i got older. I was always so proud to have him as my uncle and still am. You will be forever in our hearts and memories.

Rich Knecht

June 2, 2025

John was one of the most respectful men I have ever known. I have many fond memories of him, and laugh when I think about some of them, he was one in a million. God bless you Pat and family.

Penny Mohr

June 1, 2025

To my sister and her family, John, dad,grandfather and great-father is now at peace and he will never be forgotten but will always be with you all in spirit and will be watching over all of you everyday from Heaven. He sure loved his family and always loved when everyone was together and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren always put a big smile on his face when they came to see him. You will always have great memories onto share with each other as the days go by.

Barry & Penny Mohr

June 1, 2025

John you were a great and loving brother-in-law and we will miss you always. We shared a lot of great times over the years and you loved when everyone got together at the house to visit. You were a always there to help us and anyone who needed your help and you can Rest In Peace. RIP! To a great guy, that’s you John.

Beverly Roberts

May 31, 2025

Pat and family, so sorry to hear of John’s passing. I always enjoyed talking to him in and out of Turtzo’s dental office. A kind and generous man. Will be missed by many who knew him. My thoughts and prayers to you all at this difficult time.

nancy ruthp

May 31, 2025

Pat and family,My heart goes out to you and your family at this time. God will
be there for you and send you peace and comfort . Nancy

The Hanlon Family

May 30, 2025

Dear Pat, Amy & Aaron
So sorry to hear of John's passing. Lots of good memories over the years.
Truly one of humanity's and trucking 's finest. Rest well friend

Sharon Wilgus

May 30, 2025

Pat, Aaron and Amy, I am so sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful husband, father, neighbor and friend. He will be greatly missed. May you find peace knowing he loved all of you very much and was very proud of all of you. Prayers!

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