John A. Petras Obituary
We announce the death of John A. Petras in Cincinnati, Ohio, who passed away on September 6, 2026, at the age of 81. John will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John A. Petras to pay them a last tribute.
John will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew John will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. John’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Andrew Petras and Katherine Petras. He is survived by: his family John; his wife Frances Maria Petras; his grandson Owen; his sister Linda McMahon; and his nephews, Ryan and Collin McMahon.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Frederick Funeral Home (2553 Banning Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45239). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, reflecting John's compassionate spirit and desire to help others.Though we grieve his absence, we celebrate the incredible life he lived and the profound impact he had on all who knew him.
