John D. Maas, Sr. of Pulaski, PA, passed away at 11:10 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at Jameson Memorial Hospital. He was 72.
Mr. Maas was born in Milford, MI on July 7, 1937, a son of Fred and Joyce Smith Maas.
After graduating from High School, John enlisted in the United States Navy during Vietnam. He received a National Defense Service Medal and a Good Conduct Medal.
He retired in 1998 after 27 years as an electrician with IBEW Local 5.
John was a 32nd Degree Mason with the Laurel Lodge 651 F&AM. He also enjoyed Hunting and Fishing.
Survivors include: a son, John D. Jr. and his wife Brenda Maas of New Castle, PA; a daughter, Gina Marie and her husband Luca Pieranunzi of Mesa, AZ; a brother; 2 sisters; 4 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by: his parents.
Out of respect for John's wishes, all services are private. Arrangements where entrusted to the J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 111 W. Falls St., New Castle, PA 16101.
Family and friends may send condolences online at www.mcgoniglefuneralhomeandcrematory.com