John Pierce Gradwell Jr. Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Pierce Gradwell Jr. of Gordon, Pennsylvania, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 4, 2025 at the age of 76. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Pierce Gradwell Sr. and Grace Edwards Gradwell; and his brother Ronald "Tic" Gradwell. He is survived by: his wife Margaret "Peggy" Gradwell; his children, Nicole Anthony (George) and John Pierce Gradwell III (Bethany); and his grandchildren, George Anthony Jr. (Hannah), Nick Anthony and Grace Anthony. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews.
Viewing was held on Wednesday, February 12th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Citizen's Fire Co. #1 (E Plane St & W Otto St., Gordon, Pennsylvania). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, February 12th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the same location. The military honors was held on Wednesday, February 12th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery (60 Indiantown Gap Rd, Annville, PA 17003).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made, in John's memory, to the Schuylkill Area Community Foundation – The Pierce Gradwell Memorial Fund, 216 S. Centre St., Pottsville PA 17901.
