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John C. Jobrey

May 23, 1947 — March 19, 2025

Palo Alto

John C. Jobrey, Sr., 77, of Palo Alto, passed away Wednesday, March 19th, at home.

Born in Palo Alto on May 23, 1947, he was the son of the late Frida (Freeman) and Michael  Jobrey.

Married 54 years, John was the husband of Carol (Horn) Jobrey.

John graduated from Pottsville Area High School in 1965.

He was employed as a meat clerk at Boyer’s Food Market

John was a member of Grace Free Church, Cressona.

An avid outdoorsman, John especially loved fishing in his free time.

In addition to his wife, John is survived by two sons, Jack Jobrey of Palo Alto; Ethan Jobrey of Whitehall; and a daughter, Heather Jobrey of Palo Alto. John is also survived by grandchildren: Aurora, Athena, Gabriel, & Emily; and siblings: Maryan, Michael, Carolan, Bob, and Richard.

In addition to his parents, John is preceded in death by a sister, Doris Breyan.

A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, March 26th at Grace Free Church in Orwigsburg with Rev. Josh Ott officiating. Interment will be held privately at the family’s convenience.

At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Grace Free Church, 10 Hollenbush Ln., Orwigsburg, PA 17961.

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