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John C. Musniskey, Jr.

June 17, 1962 — February 5, 2026

Bethlehem

John C. Musniskey, Jr., 63, of Bethlehem, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Born on June 17, 1962, he was the son of Monica A. (Frantz) Harvilla and the late John C. Musniskey, Sr. He was the loving husband of Tracie A. (Dauernheim) Musniskey.

John proudly graduated from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. For over 30 years, he worked for Silfies Masonry where he was affectionately known as "Jedro." John enjoyed creating pieces of art, especially using his personal, special technique of using color pencils to bring his artwork to life. He was a handyman who could fix or build almost anything, loved history and would help anyone he knew who was in need. Above all, John loved and cherished his family.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 32 years, Tracie A. Musniskey; Children, Tabitha Musniskey, Zachary Musniskey, and Nicholas Musniskey; mother, Monica A. Harvilla; brother, Joseph Musniskey; sister, Monica M. Strobl and husband, Carl; aunt, Mary Ellen Wagner and her husband, Jeff; niece Athena Strobl; nephew Jason Strobl; great-niece, Natasha Strobl and cousins, Teresa Cox and her husband, Isaiah and Howard Santana. John was preceded in death by his aunt, Roberta Santana and her husband, Mike and sister-in-law, Sue Musniskey.

A Memorial Service will be held 12-4pm Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Wesley Church, 2540 Center Street, Bethlehem.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities, 3925 Chestnut St. Philadelphia, PA 19104. www.rmhcphilly.org

Condolences may be offered online at www.connellfuneral.com

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