John S. Souders

John S. Souders, 76, of Keokee, VA, died on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at his son’s home surrounded by his family. He was born April 5, 1940 in Somerset, a son of the late Amos and Julia (Mutinelli) Souders. Prior to retirement John worked at Sears as a manager. John enjoyed NASCAR and sports. Besides his parents, John is preceded in death by his wife Ivan (McKnight) Souders. John is survived by his two sons Mark K. Souders and wife Mary of Derry and Jeffrey S. Souders and wife Lisa of Derry; one daughter Pam A. Markowsky and husband Jerry of Ligonier; one sister Noreen Dando of Latrobe; three grandchildren Jessica Hanning and husband Clayton, Scott Souders, and Jonathan Markowsky; three great grandchildren Alexa, Ashton, and Hunter; cousin Rose Churley, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. All services will be private. The family has entrusted the Matthew X. Merlin Funeral Home, Inc. 529 N. Chestnut St. Derry, PA 724-694-8331 with the funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.merlinfuneralhome.com. Phone: (724) 694-8331

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