Beloved husband of 54 years to Violet (nee Steinbrecher), devoted father of Kathleen Steinmetz and her husband Joe, dear poppop of Rachel, "Jack" to his buddy Joey, brother of the late Dolores Mee, Patrick, and William; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and Maryann Zoog who is "like a daughter". John was a member of the St. Jerome Seniors and Catholic War Veterans. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday 10AM Resurrection of Our Lord Church, Castor and Shelmire Aves. Phila., followed by his Funeral Mass 11AM. In lieu of flowers contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in his memory would be appreciated.