John F. Michaels

March 27, 1950 - July 23, 2021

John F. Michaels, 71, a resident of Swoyersville, passed into eternal life on Friday evening, July 23, 2021, at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

Born on March 27, 1950, in Kingston, John was the son of the late John W. Michaels and Lottie (Turel) Michaels.

John was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School, Class of 1968, and he went on to further his education at East Stroudsburg University, where he acquired his Bachelor of Science Degree in Health and Physical Education.

John was employed for 25 years as a pharmacy technician at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, retiring from there. Prior to that, he was employed for 10 years as a Health and Physical Education teacher.

An avid sports fan, John also enjoyed his years coaching with the Kingston Teener League, the Swoyersville Little League, and the Forty Fort Soccer League.

In addition to his parents, John W. and Lottie Michaels, John was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Bill Baltusavich.

John is survived by his wife, Gwen (Baltusavich) Michaels; his children, John William Michaels, Swoyersville; and Jennifer Fuller and her husband, Jordan, Philadelphia; his brother, Jim Michaels, Kingston; and his special nieces, nephews, and great-nephews: Chris (Brittany Eisenhauer) Michaels; Joshua and Matthew Michaels; Nikki (Adam Mohler) Michaels; Katlin (Brad) Spear; Kristin (Mike) Filachek; Mason and Milo Filachek; Erin (Sam DeSimone) Baltusavich; and Liz (Ethan DeHoniesto) Baltusavich.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Swoyersville, for the immediate family.

There will be no public calling hours.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Wroblewski Funeral Home, Inc., 1442 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort.

To send the Michaels Family an online message of condolence, you may visit the funeral home’s website, www.wroblewskifuneralhome.com, or Facebook page.

Memorial contributions may be made in John’s memory to the SPCA of Luzerne County, 524 East Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18702.

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John F. Michaels, 71, a resident of Swoyersville, passed into eternal life on Friday evening, July 23, 2021, at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born on March 27, 1950, in Kingston, John was the son of the late John W. Michaels and Lottie (Turel) Michaels. John was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West HighContinue Reading

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We were so sorry to hear that John passed away. Our deepest sympathies to Gwen and family and to Jim. You are in our thoughts and prayers. John's gone but he will never be forgotten. We have a lifetime of memories going back as far as the "church yard" days. RIP longtime friend!!!

Sorry for your loss, our condolences, the Michaels Family.

Out heartfelt condolences to the Michaels Family. Bier Deli had a star on and off the field. Just a lot of good memories. Rest in Peace. Nancy & Jack Williams

my deepest sympathy to the family from Steve & Debbie Adamchak. He was a great friend and he will be missed.

We were sorry to hear of the passing of John. Your family is in our thoughts.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

We extend our sympathy to Gwen and her family on their loss of John. We hope your good memories will comfort you at this sad time. Sincerely Molly and Bill Kratz

We extend our sympathy to Gwen and her family on their loss of John. We hope your good memories will comfort you ar this sad time. Sincerely Molly and Bill Kratz

I am so sorry for your loss; You were a terrific care giver to John, Gwen, my prayers go out to you, John, and your family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Thank you for trusting us to care for your loved one. May comfort and peace surround all of you.