Obituary of John Washuta

John Washuta, 93, of White Township, NJ passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2015. Born February 22, 1921 in St. Clair, PA, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna Washuta. He attended St. Clair High School where he was a fullback on the football team. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II where he was on the flight crew of General Dwight "Ike" Eisenhower. After his discharge from the service, John was a flight engineer for Pan American Airlines until his retirement in 1983. In retirement, John was an avid bowler, participating in leagues at Bel-Pike Lanes and Oakwood Lanes. John was a parishioner of St. Patrick R.C. Church, Belvidere, NJ. Previously he served as Eucharistic Minister at Sts. Peter and Paul R.C. Church, Great Meadows, NJ and St. Mary's Church, Kutztown, PA. In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by three brothers, Charles, Steve, and Michael; two sisters, Mary and Helen. John is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rosemary; two sons, John and his wife Diane, Ed and his wife Leslie; four grandchildren, Ben and his wife Jill, Natalie, Elissa, and Nate. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in John's memory to the charity of one's choice. This Online Memorial has been created to commemorate the life of John Washuta. You are invited to add a Tribute in his memory. Please sign below to add your own memories, reflections, thoughts or condolences. Read John Washuta's Obituary and Guestbook on www.macfaddenfuneralhome.com.