John F. Neidlinger, Sr.

John F. Neidlinger, Sr., 80, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Monday, February 21st, at St. Luke's Hospital, Orwigsburg, after a courageous battle with Covid-19.
Born in Schuylkill Haven on February 27, 1941, he was a son of the late Harry C. & Sarah A. (Zimmerman) Neidlinger.
He had been separated from Theresa R. Arantowicz.
John had attended Schuylkill Haven schools.
He had been formerly employed as a truck driver; as well as by Dana Corporation as a water quench operator for over 30 years.
In addition to his parents, John is also preceded in death his daughter, Cherylanne C. Neidlinger, brother, Allen H. "Sonny" Neidlinger, and sisters: Martha Rodnick, Alberta Parkhurst, & Jean Yeager.
John is survived by a daughter, Heidi, wife of Brad Givler, of Lenhartsville; two sons, Jack F. Neidlinger, Jr., of Pottsville; & Jason R. Neidlinger, of Schuylkill Haven; a grandson: John F. Neidlinger, III, two brothers, Charles Neidlinger, of Minersville; & James Neidlinger, of Schuylkill Haven, a sister, Shirley Foose, of Schuylkill Haven, and cousins.
John was a big fan of dirt track racing.He would regularly attend races at Big Diamond, and Grandview.He enjoyed helping Dave Dissinger's team.He loved to go to dinner.He enjoyed Liberty Hose Company potpie, and breakfast at Landingville with his friends and his brother.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, February 28th at Geschwindt Stabingas Funeral Home, Inc.,Schuylkill Haven, with Certified Celebrant, Rebecca D. Devlin officiating. A viewing will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service at the funeral home.
Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Pottsville.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Hillside SPCA PO Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901.