John L. Barton Jr.

John L. Barton, Jr., age 95, of Union City, PA, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026. Born on January 2, 1931, in Union City, he was a lifelong resident and a beloved member of the community.

John was the son of John L. Barton, Sr. and Viva Waive Chapin Barton. He was married to Margaret Lindsley, who sadly passed away on October 7, 2016. John later found companionship again and married Beverly Wills on January 8, 2022, who survives him.

As a proud 1948 graduate of Union City High School, John dedicated his career as a Boilermaker, proudly working with Local 154 in Pittsburgh and later serving as a Business Agent with Local 636 in Titusville. He was a valued member of Parade Street United Methodist Church and contributed to the community by serving on the Evergreen Cemetery Board for ten years.

John cherished many hobbies including hunting, traveling, and playing cards. He especially loved spending time with his family, and he didn’t shy away from adventure-he even went skydiving for the first time at the age of 86!

He is survived by his wife, Beverly, and a large, loving family that includes five daughters: Patricia Baker of Oakridge, TN; Cathy Melnick of Sherman, NY; Barbara Klakamp (Robert) of Union City; Dianne Alexander (Ronald) of Lincolnville; and Elaine Hersman (Jerry) of Chardon, OH. He also leaves behind three sons: John L. Barton, III; Donald Barton; and Kyle Barton (Leanne), all of Union City. John was fond of his numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Additionally, he is remembered by his sister, Ida Osiek of Barberton, OH, and step-children Joe Davis (Diane), Deb James (Greg), and Lori Coleman (Mark), all of Union City. He also leaves a daughter-in-law, Laura Barton of Union City.

John was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved first wife Margaret, a son William Barton, a grandson Jeremy Melnick, another grandson Isiah Baker, great-grandsons Bryce Melnick, and Michael Bolvin, as well as a daughter-in-law Donna Barton, a son-in-law Mike Baker, and several siblings.

Friends and family are invited to honor John’s life during visitation on Wednesday, June 3rd from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and again from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Warren-Glenn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., located at 62 S. Main Street, Union City. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, June 4th at 11:00 AM at Parade Street United Methodist Church, with Pastor Stacie Shchouchkoff officiating. After the service, John will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Union City.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in John’s memory to Parade Street United Methodist Church.

Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on John’s Book of Memories online at www.WarrenGlennFH.com. Arrangements are in the care of Warren-Glenn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. 62 S. Main Street, Union City, PA 16438.