John Hewko, 89, of Northampton, died Sept. 26, 2013, in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem.

Born in Northampton, he was the son of the late Aksenty and Anna (Brodetsky) Hewko.

He was in the United States Navy during World War II.

He retired from Western Electric after 24 years of service.

He was a member of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Northampton.

He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4714.

He is survived by a brother, Wasyl and his wife Elaine Hewko of Northampton; a sister, Stephanie Nederostek of Northampton; nieces; nephews; great-nieces; and great-nephews.

He was predeceased by three sisters, Pauline Woyewoda, Mary Lorenz and Olga Sokalsky; and three brothers, Alex, Benjamin and Peter Hewko.

Contributions may be made to the church, c/o the funeral home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Reichel Funeral Home Inc.