John J. Smutko ,63,of West Wyoming passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 surrounded by his wife, son, and other family members.

John was a very devoted husband to his wife of 41 years the former, Ann Marie Pellegrini. His favorite pastime was spending his weekends outdoors with his son, Johnny.

John was a U.S. Navy Veteran having served during the Vietnam era and began his career working for over 30 years at Schott Glass Technologies in Duryea. He began his career as a machinist, was elected Vice President of their union, and later promoted to a supervisory position. He also was credited a prestigious award for his successful efforts to increase workplace efficiency. His last employment was at Don’s Machine Shop in West Pittston.

John willingly served as a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus, Assembly # 1928, Secretary of West Wyoming Hose Company #1, and was also a PIAA Umpire where he served on the executive board.

John was loved very much throughout his life. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and son, family and friends, and was always pleased to offer a helping hand wherever he could.

He was preceded in death by his brother James in 1987 and a sister Agnes.
In addition to his wife Ann Marie, West Wyoming and his son, John, Conshohocken, Pa., he is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and cousins.

Relatives  and Friends may pay their respects on Sunday, March 3, 2013 ,from 5pm until 8pm   at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter .

A memorial mass will be held Monday 10am at Holy Family Parish Church, Bennett St., Luzerne, with the Rev. Michael Zipay, as celebrant.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Action Network at www.Pancan.org.
To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com