Elysburg - John F. Laukaitis Jr. of Elysburg passed away at his home on Friday, March 8, 2019.

Born in Mount Carmel on May 6, 1927, he was the son of the late John F. and Stephanie (Matulewicz) Laukaitis.  Jack was a graduate of Chester High School, Chester, PA and in 1950 he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA.  He was a licensed Professional Engineer.

On September 5, 1953 in St. Paul's Chapel, Atlas, he married the late Rita Greco.

Jack was a member of Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Church, the Knights of Columbus, the Board of Directors of the Northumberland County Airport Authority, a supporter of the St. Pauline Foundation, and member of Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society.

He served proudly in the U.S. Navy as an Electronics Technician - Third Class during World War II.

Jack is survived by his son, Captain Stephen J. Laukaitis (U.S. Navy, retired) and his wife Paula of Virginia Beach, VA; daughter-in-law Vita DeBellis of Lancaster, four granddaughters, Laura Temple and her husband J.P. of Richmond, VA, Grace Laukaitis of Arlington, VA, Kristen Laukaitis of Richmond, VA, and Adjani DeBellis of Lancaster as well as many adoring nieces, nephews, and cousins.  In addition to Rita, he was preceded in death by his son John F. Laukaitis III, two brothers, Dr. Ronald Laukaitis and Robert Laukaitis, and a sister, Mary Ann Grammar.

Jack was a true gentleman who lived a life grounded by integrity, honor, and humility.  Second to his faith and his family, he most valued education, a strong work ethic, and service to country.  He will be missed.

FUNERAL NOTICE

John F. Laukaitis Jr., Elysburg. Relatives, friends, and neighbors are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Saturday, April 6, at 11:00 a.m. in Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 599 W. Center St., Elysburg with Father Al Sceski, officiating.  There will be no visitation prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Jack's name to Folds of Honor - a non-profit dedicated to providing educational scholarships to spouses and children of America's fallen and disabled service-members.  Please visit www.foldsofhonor.org/donate/ for electronic donations or mailing instructions.  C.J. Lucas Funeral Home Inc., 27 North Vine St., Mt. Carmel, C.J. Lucas IV, Supervisor is in care of arrangements.  To send condolences to the family please visit www.cjlucasfuneralhome.com .