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John C. Hasson, 81 of Reedsville, passed away at his home on Tuesday Nov. 10, 2026.
Born April 24, 1945, he was the son of the late John P. and Kathryn (Mowery) Hasson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia (Gro) Hasson, on May 18, 1999; his son, Jonathan "Scott" Hasson, on May 27, 2026; and his stepson, Matthew Pierce.
He is survived by his wife, Cheryl (Buffington) Hasson; stepdaughter, Christine Prough and husband Steve, of Strodes Mills; grandson, Atom Scott Hasson and companion, Kendra Wertz, of Lewistown.
John went to Lewistown public schools and received a general business degree from the Goldey Beacom School of Business in 1965.
He was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church. John was a life member of Henderson Fire Company, where he served as district chief and captain. Throughout his years of dedicated service to the fire community, he was also active with United Fire and Rescue, Brooklyn Fire Company, the Lewistown Fire Department Officers Association, and the Central District Firemen's Association.
John was employed by Aurand's for Sports, PA Glass and Sand, Avtex, and Lewistown Specialty Yarns, where he worked for 30 years. He later served First United Methodist Church for 15 years.
A visitation will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026 at Heller-Hoenstine Funeral Home, Woodlawn, 200 N. Main Street, Lewistown, followed by a memorial service at 3 p.m. with Pastor Karen McCachren officiating.
Interment will take place at Juniata Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at hellerhoenstinefuneralhome.com.