John Westberry, Jr. Obituary (1944 - 2021)

John N. Westberry, Jr., age 77, of Main Street in Gibson, NY passed away on December 17, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. John was born North Hornell, NY on November 27, 1944 to John and Ruth (Simmons) Westberry. He was a graduate of Corning Free Academy and married Mary Jane Plewinski. John worked for Corning Incorporated for over 30 years and retired in 2004 as a machinist. John's hobbies included riding his motorcycle and spending a lot of time volunteering as a loyal member of the American Legion and was a lifetime member of the Moose where he was very proud of having his Pilgrim Degree and was nominated several times earning numerous awards, the Shining Star nominee for Lodge of the Year, Lodge 274. Johns interests included hanging out with other members of the Moose and Legion. He also loved to spend time on his porch soaking up the sun, always working on his tan; especially with his long-time companion, Mary Jane, and his grandkids. John's survivors include Mary Jane Westberry; granddaughter, Allie Jo Metcalf of Syracuse; grandson, Brady and girlfriend Megan Sullivan of Elmira; brothers, Leonard (Sue) Westberry of Virginia and Albert (Pam) Westberry of Virginia; daughter-in-law, Wendy Westberry of Virginia Beach; several nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy Metcalf; and his son Terry Westberry. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday December 21st from 1 until 3 PM at Haughey Funeral Home, Inc. where funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM with Pastor Len Robinson officiating. Burial will be in Rural Home Cemetery in Big Flats, NY. Memorial donations may be made in John's name to the Big Flats American Legion or to the Moose Lodge 274. John's family entrusted his care to Haughey Funeral Home, Inc.