John Robert Myers

John Robert Myers

Proud Vietnam Veteran -

John Robert Myers, age 72, of Camp Hill, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021.  John was born on Saturday, October 2, 1948, in Harrisburg to Lois Ellen (Laudermilch) Myers and the late Ezra Roy Myers.

John’s survivors include his wife of 46 years, Margaret “Marge” Rose (Fink) Myers; his two children: Christopher “Chris” Robert Ezra Myers and wife Jessica of Camp Hill, Denise Lynn Orner and husband Richard of Northhampton; his three grandchildren: Matthew, Mckensie, Sarah; his mother, Lois Myers of Enola; his sister, Terrie Ellen Myers Hollenbaugh of Mechanicsburg; and several nieces and nephews.

John graduated from Cumberland Valley High School as part of the class of 1968.  He proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War with the 46th Engineer Battalion.  John loved being a veteran, it was an honor that he was able to protect his family and land he called home.  Another aspect he enjoyed was the comradery with his fellow veterans.  He retired from Bethlehem Steel in 2003, after many years of service working as a steel worker.  John was a member of VFW Memorial Post 6704, American Legion Post #109, The Mechanicsburg Club, and West Shore Elks Lodge 2257.  He enjoyed playing pinochle, golfing, hunting, and fishing; John would use a bow for both fish and deer.  As a member of the Enola Sportsmen’s Association, John could often be found shooting target practice.  He collected wheat pennies and was so proficient with a metal detector, he was known for finding lost left-over lunch money and various collectables.  His family and friends will miss him greatly.

All are welcome to join John’s family at his gathering of family and friends on Friday, April 30, 2021 from 2:45 p.m. until time of graveside service at 3:00 p.m. at Rolling Green Cemetery in Camp Hill.  John’s family invites everyone to join them for a time of food and fellowship at the VFW Memorial Post 6704, 4907 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 following the service.  Cremation was private.

Contributions in celebration of John’s life can be made to any veteran’s organization of the donor’s choosing.

John’s family has entrusted his care to Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421.  Read John’s full obituary, view his memorial video and portrait, offer condolences and sympathy, share stories and memories, upload photographs and videos, light a candle and sign his official guest book by visiting Buhrig.com.