John Edward Rohrdanz

John Edward Rohrdanz, age 73, passed away on November 5, 2026 due to complications from small cell lung cancer and COPD. John was surrounded by his loving wife and children during his final moments at UPMC Jameson Hospital, New Castle, PA.

 John was born on February 12, 1953 at Vance Air Force Base in Enid, Oklahoma, but he was raised in Sharon, PA by his parents, the late Raymond and Reida (Sunday) Rohrdanz. He married his wife Karen Kostik on February 14, 1976 and spent over 50 wonderful years sharing his life with her.

John graduated from Sharon High School in 1971 and later earned his Associate Degree in Civil Engineering from Youngstown State University. He worked the majority of his career as a Permit Supervisor for Penn DOT, prior to that he worked as a welder for National Castings and as a mold chipper for Valley Mold and Shenango Incorporated.

John had a life-long love of the outdoors and fishing, a love he shared with his family and friends. His children will always remember the fishing and boating trips to Shenango and Pymatuning Lakes. John's favorite hobby was spending time with his grandchildren and he said that Grandpa was his favorite nickname. After retirement, John discovered that he enjoyed playing bocce in a local league.

 In addition to his wife, John is survived by a daughter, Jessica Rohrdanz, a son, John E. (Tracy) Rohrdanz, a sister, Sue (Dave) Corbett, and four grandchildren, Simon, Nick, Emily and Amos, as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his older brothers George and Paul Rohrdanz.

In keeping with John’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Sharpsville, PA. To all of John's friends and family, please know that he passed with love in his heart for all of you. He would not want you to cry over him, he would want you to remember all of the good times, the joy, and the laughter.

Memorial contributions can be made in John’s name to either the Community Library of the Shenango Valley, 11 N. Sharpsville Ave., Sharon, PA, 16146, or the Shenango Valley Animal Shelter, 1895 Lynnwood Drive, Hermitage, PA, 16148

.Arrangements are being handled by the Harold W. Stevenson Funeral Home LLC, 264 E. State Street, Sharon, PA, 16146. On-line condolences may be offered by visiting stevensonfuneralhome.net.