Worcester - John D. Wiedeman Jr., 81, passed away May 6, 2024 at his home.

He was born November 2, 1942 in Oneonta, the son of John D. Wiedeman Sr. and Wanda (March) Wiedeman.

John enlisted in the United States Navy in 1961 to 1965. He continued his Military career with the United States Air Force in 1965 retiring in 1981. He obtained the rank of Master Sergeant. He was a Pneudraulic Instructor working on C130 Aircraft. He was very proud of his Military career serving in Vietnam, the Philippines, Georgia, South Carolina, New Jersey and New York.

John enjoyed working on projects around his home, including his flowers and his garden.

John and Jill were married February 14, 1981 at Glencairn Garden, Rock Hill, SC.

He is survived by his wife, Jill Eve Wiedeman; children, Lisa, Brian (Beth) and Kelly; stepsons, Don (Linda) and Jeff; grandchildren, Alexis, Justin, Shaw, Reilly, Logan, Donald, Zachery & Sidney; brother, Donald (Ann) Wiedeman; half brother, Jack (Joyce) Strope; brother-in-law, Mike Prystajko and several nieces and nephews; as well as his beloved  dog Yuki and cat Skeeter.

He was predeceased by his parents; stepson, Dwayne Ogden; two sisters, Judy Wiedeman and Linda Silak; two brothers, Jimmy Wiedeman and Randy Wiedeman.

A special thank you to Helios and caregivers Maggie, Barbara and Joy for their caring compassion shown to John.

Visitation will be 3:00 to 5:00 PM Sunday, May 12 at the Heller & Skinner Funeral Home, 155 Main St., Worcester, NY.

The funeral service will be 10:00 AM on Monday, May 13 at the funeral home with the Reverend Judith Thistle officiating.

Burial with Military Honors will follow at 1:00 PM at the Cairo Cemetery, 50 Co Rd 84, Cairo, NY.

Donations may be made to a local animal shelter of your choice.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to www.hellerskinnerfh.com