John R. Fegley, 86, of Vulcan, PA, passed away Wednesday, September 5 ^th , at his residence.

John was born in Quakake, PA on January 12, 1932, a son of the late Catherine (Hess) and Russel Fegley.

He was an atomic war veteran in the U.S. Army having served in the Korean War as a Paratrooper in the 82 ^nd Airborne Division.  He made several jumps over atomic testing sites at the Nevada Testing Facility.

He worked as a coal miner and later in life as a construction worker in several states.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and most of all spending time with his family.  He belonged to many hunting and fishing clubs.  He was also a member of the American Legion and Disabled American Veterans.  He had a passion for making elderberry jelly and wine.

He was the beloved husband of Eleanor (Stephens) Fegley, whom he was married to for 63 years.

John is also survived by a daughter, Cheryl, wife of Joel Matsko, of Vulcan; three sons Steve, husband of Susan Fegley, of Hometown; Dennis, husband of Marcia Fegley, of Frackville; and Joseph, husband of Kathleen Fegley, of Ringtown.  He is also survived by 3 grandchildren, Nicole, wife of Matthew Brouse, Ryan Fegley, and Jake Fegley; and great grandchildren Lindsay, Logan, and Bryson.

John is also survived by two sisters, Joyce Lech, of Quakake, Mary Jane Gerhard, of Quakake; a brother, Wilbert Fegley, of Vulcan nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by sons Mark, John Dorsey, and brothers Leonard and Josiah.

Friends and family are invited to a graveside service at Skyview Memorial Park, Saturday, September 8, at 11:00 a.m.