John J. Spears Obituary

The passing of John J. Spears of Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania occurred on July 27, 2026. John J., born on February 13, 1970, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his father James J. Spears; his nephew James P. Spears; and his parents-in-law, Jerry and Anita Karpinski. He is survived by: his mother Joann Spears (Schrum); his children, Sydney Spears (Chris Mandracchia) of Conshohocken and Seth Spears (Mother Dina) of Coal Township; his siblings, Mike Spears (Amy) of Elkridge, MD and Patti Mazzatesta (Tony) of Kulpmont; his nieces and nephews, Ella, Jack, Caroline Spears, Maci and Talia Mazzatesta; and his siblings-in-law, Jed Karpinski (Tammy), Fritz Sobol, Brian Sobol, Kerra Domboski and Ashley Karpinski. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made to the Seth Spears College Fund c/o UNB Bank, P.O. Box 367, Mount Carmel, PA 17851.