John William Fettik

John William Fettik December 20, 1945 - May 20, 2018 John W. Fettik, 72, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2018 with his wife, Carol, at his side. Spending most of his life in the Western New York area, John graduated from Erie Community College with an Associates Degree in Electrical Technology; a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Buffalo and also attended the MBA Program at Canisius College, Buffalo. John served in the New York State Army Reserve National Guard. He began his long-time career at NYSEG (New York State Electric & Gas) as an Electric Field Planner in Lancaster, NY. Upon construction of the Somerset Power Plant, he was promoted to Plant Engineer and Training Specialist. John and Carol, his loving wife of fifty years, retired to St. Augustine, Florida, in 2004, to enjoy year-around golf and live near their sons, Darren and Ryan and grandsons, Matthew, Preston and Bryce. John continued his life-time passion for golf, playing at many local courses, traveling to watch golf pro tournaments and working part-time at St. Johns Golf Club and the World Golf Hall of Fame. An avid Buffalo Bills fan, John had many interests and hobbies to include woodworking, astronomy, reading, motorcycling, hunting, traveling and making memories with his grandsons. John was co-leader Boy Scout Troop 6, where his son, Ryan, attained the rank of Eagle Scout. He also served for many years as CCD Teacher, Eucharistic Minister and Greeter at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Lockport, NY. In addition to his wife, sons and grandsons, left to cherish his memories are his siblings, sister, Sandra (Dean) Martin and brother, James (Shirley) Triplet, brother-in-law, Joseph (Elaine) Mroz, cousins, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. His sisters, Maryann Hayward and Lorraine (Louis) Monaco predeceased him. A Celebration of Life will be on Sunday, June 3rd, at 3:00 p.m. with visitation before the service from 2:00-3:00 p.m. and a reception will follow the service. Arrangements will be at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 State Road 207, St. Augustine, FL. In lieu of flowers, his family would appreciate donations be made in John’s memory to Haven Hospice, Roberts Care Center, 6400 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177. Arrangements are under the care of St Johns Family Funeral Home & Crematory.