John Francis Kupillas, 77, of Milford, PA, passed away on December 12, 2024, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

John was a retired installer for New York Telephone in New York, NY, and a proud U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. He dedicated his life to serving others, acting as Chaplain for multiple organizations, including Marsh Kellogg American Legion Post #139, Mountain Laurel VFW Post #8612, VVA Chapter #623, The Marine Corps, and a local PTSD support group, where he was lovingly known as "Fadder John."

Born on June 13, 1947, in Queens, NY, John was the son of the late Julius and Mae (Pretter) Kupillas. On May 3, 1997, he married Patricia (Glover) Kupillas at St. John's Lutheran Church in Rutherford, NJ, beginning a loving partnership over 27 years.

John's family was his most incredible pride. He is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia; his children, Terijean Lardner and her husband Rich; Thomas Kupillas and his wife Erin, John Kupillas, Jr., and Jennie Powers and her husband David; and his cherished grandchildren, Thomas Di Como, Gaven Kupillas, Emily Piotrowski, and Julie Piotrowski.