Joseph J. "Jim" Medvesky

MEDVESKY---Joseph J. “Jim,” 88, Conemaugh, passed away March 11, 2025 at Memorial Medical Center. Born July 5, 1936 in Franklin Borough, son of Michael and Jeanette Medvesky. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Marlene (McLain) and loving wife, Margaret “Margie” (Hajduk). Survived by sister-in-law, Theresa Smith (Hajduk) and brother-in-law, Michael Kost (MaryAnn Hajduk), caretaker and nephew, John Hajduk and wife, Eve, great-nephews, John and fiancé Haley, Billy and Morgan and great-niece, Liz and Josh; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, caring neighbors and many friends from the downtown Johnstown Subway and Donut Connection. Member of Church of the Transfiguration. Uncle Jim loved and enjoyed spending holidays and birthdays with John and his family who are left with many treasured memories of Uncle Jim’s drawing of cartoons, stories and singing of carols. He loved country music. While proudly serving his country in the US Army, he was stationed in Germany for part of his tour of duty. Jim kept his promise to his dad and did not work in the coal mines. He worked for Goodyear while living in New Jersey and then returned to Pennsylvania and then worked for Bethlehem Steel. He was always pleasant, easy-going, funny and lovable with a cool personality. Jim continued to be a devoted and loving husband throughout his life. He missed his Margie dearly. Alas, their souls are in Heaven together. The family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 10 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2025 at Baker Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services, 229-231 First St., Conemaugh, with Fr. Timothy Harris T.O.R. officiating. Committal, Assumption Cemetery, with Military graveside rites by the Menoher VFW, Post 155 ritual team. Online condolences may be posted at www.wharrisfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests the charities that Jim contributed to: Wounded Warriors and Paralyzed Veterans.