John W. 'Butch' Herring, Jr.

John W. ‘Butch’ Herring, Jr., 71, of Beaver Brook, passed away Sunday afternoon at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hazleton.

            Born in Hazleton, he was the son of the late John W. and Blodwin (Davis) Herring, Sr,

            John was a member of Welsh Congregational Church, Hazle Village.

            Prior to retiring, he was employed for Altadis Corp., and the former Consolidated Cigar Corp., McAdoo, for over 40 years.

            John enjoyed raising and racing pigeons. He also had a love for gospel music.

            Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, was his sister Ruth Ann Gallo.

            Surviving, are his wife of 48 years, Alice (Nester) Herring; sons John W. Herring, III and wife Amy, of Lehighton; and Michael Herring, of Audenried; grandchildren Amanda and Martina Herring; and nieces and nephews also survive.

            Rev. Melvin S. Mundie will conduct the funeral service on Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Damiano Funeral Home Inc., Blaine and Cleveland Sts., McAdoo.  Interment will follow in Sky-View Memorial Park, Hometown.

           Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home.  

           Condolences may be entered and information is available at www.damianofhinc.com.

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