John M. Stohon

STOHON – John M., 82, New Germany, died October 23, 2026, at home surrounded by family. Born November 28, 1943, in South Fork. Preceded in death by parents, John W. and Helen (Anderko) Stohon; and sisters, Gerri Malzi, Janet Cummings, and Barbara Turner. 

Survived by loving wife of 62 years, Naomi (Smith) Stohon, whom he married August 8, 1964; children, Michael D., married to Melinda (Sholtis); Lori, wife of Kurt Dell; Heidi; married to Major Rob Ford; Benjamin, married to Darcy (Nakoneczny); and Juliane, wife of Colonel Jamie Wagner; brother, Christopher, married to Bobbe Jean (Myers); grandchildren, Shawn, Shane, Jeremy, Ryan, Josh, Kayla, Tyler, Alyssa, Isaiah, Dylan, Jonah, Jack, Thomas, and Kate; great granddaughter, Luna; and one expected great grandson. 

Member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and longtime caretaker of the Grove Hall. He was a graduate of South Fork–Croyle High School, Class of 1961. John began his career as an apprentice at DuPont, where, over the course of ten years, he worked his way to becoming a first-class machinist. He later worked for C & C Smith Lumber Company, retiring in 2001 after almost 25 years of service. He was passionate about sports, serving as past president of the New Germany Athletic Association and as a longtime youth coach. He enjoyed sharing his love of the game with young athletes, encouraging them to learn, grow, and develop their skills. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, and in retirement, found pleasure in gardening. His dedication, strong work ethic, and the love he shared will be remembered by all who knew him. 

Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., South Fork. 

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Father Joseph C. Nale, celebrant.

Committal, St. Mary’s Cemetery. 

Special thanks to the staff of 365 Hospice. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donation to Cambria/Somerset Walk to End Alzheimer's, 399 Market St. #250 Philadelphia, PA 19106 or St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.