John R. Gerfin, 55, of Columbia, passed away peacefully in his sleep at UPMC, Harrisburg on Monday, May 15, 2023 after a brief illness. He was a deep thinker, an avid reader and a kind soul. John enjoyed riding bike, was a chess master and the only other person that could do “Chinese Push-ups” besides Bruce Lee and his daughter Lexi. When John was around you, everyone always had fun. He was a loving father, great brother and a fun uncle. John will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his daughter: Alexis Gerfin. Grandchildren: Mitchell and Milana. Siblings: Christine (Nicholas) Meley, Michael (Spanky) Gerfin, Suzanne Gerfin (Bern Steffan), Vincent Gerfin and Jennifer Musser. Uncles: Michael (Evie) Nobile, Leo Nobile. Aunt: Kathleen Nobile. Many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.