John Chaborek

John R. Chaborek, 92, of Beartown Road in Painted Post, NY passed away on June 22, 2022, at home.

John was born on September 11, 1929, in Blossburg, PA to John Joseph Chaborek and Victoria (Kerchinski) Chaborek. He was the youngest of seven children and a first-generation born in America of Polish descent. He graduated from Blossburg High School in 1947, enlisted in the Navy, was assigned duty aboard the heavy cruiser USS Rochester and served as a corpsman. He was honorably discharged.

He married Gloria Ann Wilson on February 7, 1959, at St. Mary's Church in Blossburg, PA.

John was a Tool and Die Maker & Machinist. He worked for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company (A&P) in Horseheads for 18 years. He then worked for Kodak in Rochester, commuting home weekly.

John was a former Fireman and served many years at the Forest View Gang Mills Fire Department including the role of Secretary. He used to enjoy driving the antique 1916 American LaFrance fire truck in parades in the surrounding area.

John enjoyed hunting, woodworking and spending time with his family. He took pride in the appearance of his home. He enjoyed 30 years of active retirement, spending time at Keuka Lake, traveling to Alaska, Hawaii as well as several southern and western states.

John spent the last years of his life being very active and independent; maintaining his own home, finances and personal relationships. He demonstrated a strong mental fortitude until his death.

He was a member (communicant) of Corning Area Catholic Churches for over 50 years and current member of All Saints Parish.

John is survived by sons: Brian (Cheryl) Chaborek of Coatsville, PA, and Dana (Michele) Chaborek of Big Flats, NY; grandchildren: Victoria (Tyler) Kramp, Andrew John (Miranda Salvo), Charles (Maris), Michael, and Joseph; great-grandchildren: Jackson, Henry, Kaden; daughter in law, Nancy Chaborek-Woodward, Big Flats, NY; and several nieces and nephews.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Ann Chaborek; his son Mark Chaborek; and his siblings: Marion, Chester, Constance, Walter, Charles, and Martha.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, June 26, 2022, from 2-4 PM at Haughey Funeral Home, Inc., 216 E. First St. in Corning, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, June 27, 2022, at 9:30 AM at St. Mary's Church, 155 State St. in Corning, NY with Father Matthew Jones officiating. Burial will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the United States Navy and the Corning American Legion Post.

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to All Saints Parish in John's name.

John's family entrusted his care to Haughey Funeral Home, Inc.