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John M. Stachowicz, age 64, of Washington Twp., passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at Kennedy Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Philadelphia, PA. to Max and Mary (nee Pepe) Stachowicz, He grew up in Southwest Philadelphia and joined the United States Marine Corp and served three (3) years withContinue Reading
John M. Stachowicz, age 64, of Washington Twp., passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at Kennedy Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Philadelphia, PA. to Max and Mary (nee Pepe) Stachowicz, He grew up in Southwest Philadelphia and joined the United States Marine Corp and served three (3) years with one (1) tour of duty in Vietnam. He was a proud Marine.
John returned home from his service to the country and married his wife of 46 years, Carol (nee Abshagen). His life long love, John adored his “Babe”. They moved to Washington Twp. in 1980 where they raised their children.
John was extremely loving and proud of his two daughters, Joanne Colligan (Mark), of Washington Twp. and Christine Hendri (Joseph) of Williamstown. His son John, Jr preceded him in death. He loved and adored his five (5) grandchildren; Nicole, Kaitlyn, Mark, Jr,, Madison and Morgan.
He is survived by his three (3) sisters; Theresa Bowen (Joseph), Barbara White (Joseph) and Marie McGuire (James) and his brother Marcus (Kathy) as well as his many loving nieces, nephews and other friends.
In 1973, John started his career as a crane operator with Sun Ship Company and the Navy Yard in Philadelphia. John eventually joined the Pennsylvania Operating Engineers Union Local 542. John was passionate about his job and loved going to work everyday. He always said, “The sky is my roof”. He was known for his many stories about working on different cranes. John worked for several different crane companies throughout his 30-year career. He retired in 2001 from Thackray Crane Co.
In his spare time, John enjoyed spending time at his beach house in Ocean City; he loved to travel, especially on Cruise Ships. As much as he enjoyed traveling, nothing could compare to just being a “Grandpop” to his 5 grandchildren. He was proud to be a volunteer at the Kennedy Dialysis Center and the Emergency Room at Kennedy in Washington Township where he would help comfort those that needed comforting, no matter what the situation or illness, John was always willing to help in any way possible.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm and from 8:15 am to 9:15 am on July 12, 2017 at the Egizi Funeral Home, 119 Ganttown Rd., Turnersville, NJ 08012. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 am at Saints Peter and Paul RC Church located on 362 Ganttown Rd .Turnersville, NJ. Internment at the Gloucester County Veteran’s Cemetery, Williamstown, NJ 08094.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in John’s name, to the Polycystic Kidney Foundation 1001East 101st Terrace Suite 220, Kansas City, MO 64114 or at www.pkdcure.org
“A Life Well Lived
Is Worth Remembering”
Theresa Bowen
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john schloendorn
left a message on July 10, 2017:
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one proud daughter
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Lannae and Jay
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Mike and Peggy Bowen and Family
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kris ellis
left a message on July 8, 2017:
John was a wonderful man and neighbor he will be missed greatly by those who knew him and called him friend dad and grandpa. Rest in peace my friend
don colligan
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Barbara and I wish to express our sincere sympathy to you, and the entire Stachowicz Family, in this time of bereavement. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Do not forget how much we care for all of you, Joanne, Mark, Nicole, Kaitlyn and Mark, Jr. and that we are concerned about you during this difficult time.
With Love and Friendship,
Our Deepest Sympathies,
Aunt Barbara and Uncle don
Michael Markawicz
left a message on July 8, 2017:
So sorry to hear about this.... I remember going camping up Mystic Mountain and walking back with Uncle John Marc Ryan and my brother Ron singing all random songs! Rest in Peace Uncle John may God Bless you!
carol viggiano
left a message on July 14, 2017:
Carol, Joanne and Christine .We are so sorry and sincerest sympathy for your husband and father. your old neighbors Carol, Donna ,Dina and Anthony . Be strong and Godbless
Carol Stachowicz
left a message on July 23, 2017:
Hi Honey, lets Sunday morning and we should be going out to breakfast about now. I never ever thought that our time together would end so quickly and like this. We were suppose to grow old together and travel the world. We did so much but your greatest desire was to walk the streets of Italy and smell all the gravy cooking on a Sunday afternoon. I hope that you are now eating with Johnny and drawing your famous face, and teaching him all your silly songs and showing him how to tie those crane knots, and fishing, and crabbing, and hunting, and lets not forget shopping. As I walk around the house here and see all the stupid stuff that you bought, I just shake my head. The kayak that only seen water once, the bike with the fat tires that you rode once, the hundreds of flashlights, the tools that are still in the packages, I could go on and on. But we made many many memories that we will cherish forever. We have no regrets as we have 2 wonderful girls Joanne and Chrissy who married great guys Mark and Joe who watched you work hard to provide for us and they are following your footsteps. I know you are watching down on us but you are driving us crazy with the light issues and some other things, you can stop now. Our anniversary was the other day, and we beat the odds... 46 years. Happy Anniversary Honey! We were two young stupid kids but we did it, we beat the odds. We rode the roller coaster of up and downs with many detours, but we did it, and did it good! You may be gone from our world, but you will always and forever be in our hearts. Joanne and Chrissy will take care of me so don't worry. Nicole, Kaitlyn, Mark, Madison and Morgan will keep me busy. Please watch over us all everyday, keep us all healthy and safe. Now that you are no longer in pain, go play with Johnny, take Roxy and Holly on a nice walk, go crabbing with Dad and go dance with Mom. Maybe you could help the Eagles win a Super Bowl (haha). Until we meet again, I love you with all my heart. I miss you so much. I will always be your girl, forever and always till the end of time. My Babe, My Honey, My Sweetheart, My Love, Love, Carol
marie and jim mcguire
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theresa
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Joanne
left a message on July 10, 2017:
Dad,
Thank you for being the most wonderful, caring man I know. I will miss you so much. It's only been a few days since I heard your voice but I miss it so much already. I wonder how am I going to get by without you. This is the hardest thing I have been through and although I can't feel your touch, I know you are still holding my hand. please watch over and protect us just like you did here on earth. I love you always dad. :green_heart::green_heart:
Carol Haines
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Barbara White
left a message on July 8, 2017:
So glad I was with my brother, all those days in the hospital. Really prayed it would have ended differently. Rest in peace my dear brother.
Sharon Martin
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Many memories!! Holidays, bike rides, breakfast date, plans to work out together. I won't forget n I do it just for you!!! Rest in peace but keep living thru your family. We 'll all miss you dearly!! Can't imagine you not by Aunt Carol side. To we meet again!! We love you:heart::heart::heart:
Janine Howie, OLLMC
left a message on July 10, 2017:
Christine you and your family will continue to be in my prayers; I am so sadden that your rock, your Father is no longer here to witness the growth of his grandchildren but know he will be forever by their side, all of you. My heart breaks for your mother as she has to carry on her life without her husband who has become a friend, father, brother, uncle, son, lover, confidont and so much more. Time heels are wombs but the hurt of missing her partner will never go away. As long as mom knows Dad is in a better place where there is no illness, no sickness, nothing but Heaven which is where he is now resting. May God continue to Bless you and your family. I am praying for your strength and peace! See you soon, please don't think about this place, take as much time as needed. Please let me know if there is anything, anything I can do to help and I am here for you. Peace!
Kathy Donley
left a message on July 13, 2017:
Dear Carol
Condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I hope happy memories bring you joy , peace and laughter.
marie and jim mcguire
left a message on July 8, 2017:
We will miss you always, Rest In Peace , sweet brother , we will love You always
Janine Howie, OLLMC
left a message on July 10, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sharon Martin
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
jane capre
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Barbara White
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Todd Munson
left a message on July 14, 2017:
I'm so sorry 'Aunt' Carol, Joanne, Chrissy, and the rest of your relatives, families, and friends for the loss of 'Uncle' John. I will always remember the many 2-on-1 basketball games in your backyard with you getting the best of us (George Kramer and myself) MOST of the time...there was the one game I remember George and I besting you and you were quite upset! LOL- your competitive spirit always challenged us to get better as you would NEVER take it easy on us AND I think it was a good workout for you too- at least I hope so?! I also remember our talks while watching Eagles and Phillies games at your house and rides to work when you were on the Street Road project up in Warminster- you were the older brother/younger 'uncle' I never had and I appreciate so much all that I learned from you and your refreshing light-heartedness when I was always taking things so seriously. I cannot miss mentioning the dark green chevelle that you moved into the house on Sherwood Drive with- VERY cool car! Anyway, I'll definitely miss you and pray that you Rest-In-Peace...please tell my Dad hello and a hearty 'Hoo-Rah!' and SEMPER FI from his NAVY son! GO EAGLES! Sincerely, Todd M.
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Theresa Bowen
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john schloendorn
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one proud daughter
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Lannae and Jay
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Mike and Peggy Bowen and Family
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kris ellis
left a message on July 8, 2017:
John was a wonderful man and neighbor he will be missed greatly by those who knew him and called him friend dad and grandpa. Rest in peace my friend
don colligan
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Barbara and I wish to express our sincere sympathy to you, and the entire Stachowicz Family, in this time of bereavement. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Do not forget how much we care for all of you, Joanne, Mark, Nicole, Kaitlyn and Mark, Jr. and that we are concerned about you during this difficult time.
With Love and Friendship,
Our Deepest Sympathies,
Aunt Barbara and Uncle don
Michael Markawicz
left a message on July 8, 2017:
So sorry to hear about this.... I remember going camping up Mystic Mountain and walking back with Uncle John Marc Ryan and my brother Ron singing all random songs! Rest in Peace Uncle John may God Bless you!
carol viggiano
left a message on July 14, 2017:
Carol, Joanne and Christine .We are so sorry and sincerest sympathy for your husband and father. your old neighbors Carol, Donna ,Dina and Anthony . Be strong and Godbless
Carol Stachowicz
left a message on July 23, 2017:
Hi Honey, lets Sunday morning and we should be going out to breakfast about now. I never ever thought that our time together would end so quickly and like this. We were suppose to grow old together and travel the world. We did so much but your greatest desire was to walk the streets of Italy and smell all the gravy cooking on a Sunday afternoon. I hope that you are now eating with Johnny and drawing your famous face, and teaching him all your silly songs and showing him how to tie those crane knots, and fishing, and crabbing, and hunting, and lets not forget shopping. As I walk around the house here and see all the stupid stuff that you bought, I just shake my head. The kayak that only seen water once, the bike with the fat tires that you rode once, the hundreds of flashlights, the tools that are still in the packages, I could go on and on. But we made many many memories that we will cherish forever. We have no regrets as we have 2 wonderful girls Joanne and Chrissy who married great guys Mark and Joe who watched you work hard to provide for us and they are following your footsteps. I know you are watching down on us but you are driving us crazy with the light issues and some other things, you can stop now. Our anniversary was the other day, and we beat the odds... 46 years. Happy Anniversary Honey! We were two young stupid kids but we did it, we beat the odds. We rode the roller coaster of up and downs with many detours, but we did it, and did it good! You may be gone from our world, but you will always and forever be in our hearts. Joanne and Chrissy will take care of me so don't worry. Nicole, Kaitlyn, Mark, Madison and Morgan will keep me busy. Please watch over us all everyday, keep us all healthy and safe. Now that you are no longer in pain, go play with Johnny, take Roxy and Holly on a nice walk, go crabbing with Dad and go dance with Mom. Maybe you could help the Eagles win a Super Bowl (haha). Until we meet again, I love you with all my heart. I miss you so much. I will always be your girl, forever and always till the end of time. My Babe, My Honey, My Sweetheart, My Love, Love, Carol
marie and jim mcguire
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
theresa
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Joanne
left a message on July 10, 2017:
Dad,
Thank you for being the most wonderful, caring man I know. I will miss you so much. It's only been a few days since I heard your voice but I miss it so much already. I wonder how am I going to get by without you. This is the hardest thing I have been through and although I can't feel your touch, I know you are still holding my hand. please watch over and protect us just like you did here on earth. I love you always dad. :green_heart::green_heart:
Carol Haines
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Barbara White
left a message on July 8, 2017:
So glad I was with my brother, all those days in the hospital. Really prayed it would have ended differently. Rest in peace my dear brother.
Sharon Martin
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Many memories!! Holidays, bike rides, breakfast date, plans to work out together. I won't forget n I do it just for you!!! Rest in peace but keep living thru your family. We 'll all miss you dearly!! Can't imagine you not by Aunt Carol side. To we meet again!! We love you:heart::heart::heart:
Janine Howie, OLLMC
left a message on July 10, 2017:
Christine you and your family will continue to be in my prayers; I am so sadden that your rock, your Father is no longer here to witness the growth of his grandchildren but know he will be forever by their side, all of you. My heart breaks for your mother as she has to carry on her life without her husband who has become a friend, father, brother, uncle, son, lover, confidont and so much more. Time heels are wombs but the hurt of missing her partner will never go away. As long as mom knows Dad is in a better place where there is no illness, no sickness, nothing but Heaven which is where he is now resting. May God continue to Bless you and your family. I am praying for your strength and peace! See you soon, please don't think about this place, take as much time as needed. Please let me know if there is anything, anything I can do to help and I am here for you. Peace!
Kathy Donley
left a message on July 13, 2017:
Dear Carol
Condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I hope happy memories bring you joy , peace and laughter.
marie and jim mcguire
left a message on July 8, 2017:
We will miss you always, Rest In Peace , sweet brother , we will love You always
Janine Howie, OLLMC
left a message on July 10, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sharon Martin
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
jane capre
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Barbara White
left a message on July 8, 2017:
Lit a candle in memory of John M. Stachowicz
Todd Munson
left a message on July 14, 2017:
I'm so sorry 'Aunt' Carol, Joanne, Chrissy, and the rest of your relatives, families, and friends for the loss of 'Uncle' John. I will always remember the many 2-on-1 basketball games in your backyard with you getting the best of us (George Kramer and myself) MOST of the time...there was the one game I remember George and I besting you and you were quite upset! LOL- your competitive spirit always challenged us to get better as you would NEVER take it easy on us AND I think it was a good workout for you too- at least I hope so?! I also remember our talks while watching Eagles and Phillies games at your house and rides to work when you were on the Street Road project up in Warminster- you were the older brother/younger 'uncle' I never had and I appreciate so much all that I learned from you and your refreshing light-heartedness when I was always taking things so seriously. I cannot miss mentioning the dark green chevelle that you moved into the house on Sherwood Drive with- VERY cool car! Anyway, I'll definitely miss you and pray that you Rest-In-Peace...please tell my Dad hello and a hearty 'Hoo-Rah!' and SEMPER FI from his NAVY son! GO EAGLES! Sincerely, Todd M.
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