John F. Witmer

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.