John M. Manduke

John M. Manduke, 59, passed away on August 7, 2012 in South Jersey Extended Care in Bridgeton. Born in Bridgeton, John has been a resident of Millville for most of his life. He graduated from Millville High School. John was a skilled carpenter, electrician and mason. He worked for Wheatons, Silverton Marine Corp., and ran his own home improvement and renovation business.

As a boy, John learned to play guitar at the age of 7. He had the amazing gift of being able to play a song after hearing it only once. This passion for music lasted his lifetime as he grew into an avid musician and skilled guitar player. John was happiest when he was playing guitar, singing or listening to music. He brought joy to many people by sharing his musical talents by performing in local bands in his younger years. John was well known when he performed with the band named "Within Reality". He was also a talented song writer and had written a special song for his family titled "Dreams", which they will treasure forever.
John was the dedicated son of Sophie "Sue" Manduke who passed away in 2010.

John is the beloved father of Melody Joy Mattison and Matthew Manduke; grandfather of Rebecca Mattison and brother of Mark Manduke of NC, Valerie Marks of Deptford and the Very Rev. Nikolai (Joseph) Manduke of Millville.

There will be a viewing at from 7PM to 9PM Sunday evening at Barr Funeral Home, 2104 East Main Street in Millville. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass 10AM Monday, August 13, 2012 at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, 801 Carmel Road, Millville. Burial will follow in the St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church Cemetery.