John Rishko, 88, formerly of Emmaus, died Aug. 15, 2014, in the DevonHouse, Allentown. He was the husband of the late LaRue B. (Hillegass) Rishko who died in 1989. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Peter and Anna Rishko.

He was employed by Exide Battery Company in Allentown for many years until retiring.

He was a Naval veteran of the Korean War and an Army veteran of World War II.

He is survived by a sister, Emma Daptula; nieces and nephews.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Aug. 23, at the Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. Viewing 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.