John Robert Fetchko

John Robert Fetchko, 88, of Josephine died July 22, 2025, at his residence. He was the son of the late John and Catherine (Buckshaw) Fetchko and was born August 11, 1936, in Indiana, PA.

John was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish and the Homer City American Legion, Post 493. He served in the United States Army, where he was stationed in France. His career included positions at the Pittsburgh Press and Post-Gazette, and he worked as a mechanic at the Homer City Generating Station. Additionally, he was employed by Fansteel, Inc. in Latrobe.

John was a good friend, a wonderful father, and a caring grandfather. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and he loved spending time with his family.

John is survived by his three sons, John Fetchko, Mark Fetchko, and Michael Fetchko, all of Josephine; three grandchildren, Jessica Fetchko, Sarah Fetchko, and Thea Williams. He is also survived by his sister, Joan, and his nieces, Susan and Lynn Ann.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marcella (Smith) Fetchko; his grandson, John Fetchko; and his sisters, Marion and Peg.

Friends will be received on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Bowser Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. in Homer City. A Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 9:30 AM at the funeral home, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 AM at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish, Coral Site. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.