John Timko
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- Nov 5
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April 1, 1954 - November 2, 2025
John Timko 71, of Hamilton Square, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 2, 2025.
John was a 1972 graduate of Steinert High School and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Rider College. He was an avid Yankees fan and soccer player and was also a recipient of the Mercer County Hall of Fame. John enjoyed playing soccer with The Cranberry Kickers and The German American Kickers (GAK). Later he traveled to Germany to play with the semi-professional club teams.
John later became the owner and operator of John's Pizza in Allentown for 26 years. After retiring, he continued to work for Eastern Auto Parts for over 10 years. He will be sadly missed by family and friends.
Predeceased by his parents, Joseph N. and Helen M. (Rossier) Timko; and his nephew, Kevin Gnandt; he is survived by his siblings, Kathy (John) Gnandt, Joseph (Nancy) Timko, James (Sharon ) Timko, David Timko; several nieces and nephews, John Gnandt, Kristi Stockglausner, Michael Gnandt, Brian Gnandt, Todd Smith, Tracie Smith, and Joe Timko; as well as many great nieces and nephews other relatives and dear friends.
A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held on Monday November 10, 2023 from
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Buklad-Merlino Yardville Memorial Home, 30 Yardville-Allentown Road, Yardville, NJ 08620
A Prayer service to follow will beginning at 4:00 p.m.
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John was a good friend, teammate, and a fiery competitor with a gentle soul. You will be missed.
So many found memories of summer picnics with John and the Timko’s, the Hurleys, the Rossiers and many other great people. We swam, played basketball, wiffle ball and let our hair down. John’s infectious smile and warm heart will be missed. Rest in peace John, thanks for the memories!
Joe, Kathy, Davey and Jimmy, sorry for your loss. One of the earliest memories I have was when John and I started kindergarten at Hamilton Square school. I’ve included a photo of our kindergarten class from 1959. That summer when school let out I suffered a very severe and traumatic burn. I cried a lot from the pain and it took a long time to heal. John and mom Helen came to our home to comfort me soon afterward. I have always remembered that exact moment with John and Helen and can replay it vividly in my mind as if it were yesterday. We were best friends from that day till we graduated at Steinert HS. John was a good…
We were so saddened to learn of John's passing. John was a teammate at Rider College and with the Cranberry Kickers. He was a respected player, leader, and friend. Please accept our deepest sympathy on his loss. We will keep John and his family in our thoughts and prayers. He will truly be missed. Sincerely, Barry & Karen Pelletteri⚽
So sorry to hear of John's passing. It was always a pleasure to see him, as recently as a week or so ago! Big smiles and memories of our times as teammates with the Cranbury Kickers will never fade! I am sure that his many teammates will be there to welcome him upon his journey to the other side. Rest easy my friend. You will be missed.