John “JB” Francis Blatnik II, age 64, of Charleroi, PA, passed away suddenly at home after a battle with cancer on March 20, 2025. He was born on December 14, 1960 in North Charleroi, PA to John F Blatnik and Michaela Blatnik.

Throughout John’s life he was known for his faith and his love of sports.  He was an avid fan of Pitt, and all things Pittsburgh (Steelers, Penguins and Pirates) and the hometown Charleroi Cougars. He was a beloved husband, father, and brother and his determined energy touched all who knew him. He had a passion for coaching, and he did so from 2008-2014, assisting in his son’s football career at Charleroi. He helped move the first down sticks until the end of the 2023 season. He was a member of the The H.O.P.E Church, the Teamsters Local Union 585, and the Knights of Columbus. He was a former employee of Hostess and recent employee of Waste Management of Washington, PA. He was a devoted believer and faith seeker of the word of God; he read his Bible daily along with his devotional.

He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Blatnik, son, Joshua Blatnik, stepdaughter Alexandra Lucketti and family dog Snoopy. Siblings, Catherine (Ken) Zites, Christopher (Lisa) Blatnik, Therese “Terri” Sherwood, Gregory (Sarah) Blatnik, Vincent (Tricia) Blatnik, Julianne (Robert) Powell, Anthony (Mary) Blatnik, Christina (Jon) Stefanick. So many nieces, nephews, and four great nieces.

He is preceded in death by both of his parents, his sister in law Loree Blatnik, brother in law Eric Sherwood, nieces Heather Garbutt and Gabrielle Nicklow. And also his beloved dog Brandi, who got him through some of the hardest times in his life.

Friends and family will be received from 2:00 to 4:00pm and 6:00 to 8:00pm on Monday, March 24th, 2025 at HOGAN-MELENYZER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES INC., 226 Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi, PA 15022. Funeral service will be held inside the funeral home on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 at 11:00a.m, with Pastor Jeff Marton officiating. Interment will follow in Belle Vernon Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hogan-melenyzer.com

The family invites friends and loved ones to join in honoring John Francis Blatnik’s life and legacy. John Francis Blatnik's memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.