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John M. McMaster, 52, of Gettysburg, PA, entered God’s eternal care Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Mercy House, Chambersburg, PA, with his loving family by his side.
Born June 15, 1974, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of Larry E. and Novetta C. (Blain) McMaster. John was the loving husband of Deborah A. (Henschke) McMaster with whom he shared six years of marriage.
John was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Bonneauville, PA.
John was a veteran and served his country proudly in the United States Army. He was a member of the CWV – Post 1342, in Bonneauville, PA.
John was a 1992 graduate of Littlestown High School, Littlestown, PA. He was a millworker for many years.
John loved his dogs, motorcycles, shooting pool, and spending time with his friends and family.
In addition to his loving wife Deborah, John is survived by a daughter, Summer Granger of Durham, NC; his father Larry McMaster, two sisters, Judy Flickinger and Cindy McMaster both of Gettysburg; and his nieces and nephews, Jen Olden, Steve Flickinger, and Andy McMaster. He was preceded in death by two brothers, David McMaster and Joseph McMaster and his mother Carol.
Following cremation, a visitation will be held from 10am-12pm, Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Kenworthy Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 66 East Hanover Street, Gettysburg (Bonneauville), PA. A graveside service will be held at 12:15pm, Saturday, September 26, 2026, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church Cemetery, 8 East Hanover Street, Gettysburg (Bonneauville), PA with Father Lawrence officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made in John’s name to Mercy House, 730 Norland Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201.
Arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Kenworthy Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 66 East Hanover Street, Gettysburg (Bonneauville), PA 17325. Memories and Condolences can be shared at www.kenworthyfh.com
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