FETSCO, Fr. John C.Ss.R. - Fell asleep in the Lord, June 23, 2009 in Unionville in his 80th year. Fr. John, member of the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer (Redemptorist Congregation), was born December 20, 1929 in Pringle, PA, USA. After completing his elementary and secondary education in his hometown, Fr. John made his profession as a Redemptorist August 19, 1950 in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Fr. John was ordained to the priesthood May 13, 1956 and began his service in the Lord's vineyard at the Nativity of the Mother of God (St. Mary's) Byzantine Slovak Church in Toronto. During his priestly life, Fr. John served several Slovak and Ruthenian parishes in USA and Canada. In 1987, Fr. John was appointed the first rector of Byzantine Slovak Cathedral of the Transfiguration and served there until he retired in 2005. During this time, Fr. John's responsibilities also included those of being Apostolic Administrator for Slovak Eparchy of Saints Cyril and Methodius (1996-2000). Fr. John was a devoted priest and religious who was especially generous and supportive of the then persecuted Byzantine Slovak Church in Slovakia. Fr. John enjoyed the time he spent as a chaplain to the Slovak Sokol and being a member of their bowling team. Many lasting friendships were formed during that time. Fr. John's enduring enjoyment was his Monday game of golf. Fr. John was predeceased by his parents Wasyl and Helen, his sister Katerina and his brothers Wasyl Jr., Demetrius and Harry. Fr. John is survived by his sisters: Margaret, Anna, Mary, Helen, Julia and their families. Fr. John will be missed by his many relatives in the USA and Slovakia. Fr. John will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his Redemptorist confreres, fellow clergymen and his beloved parishioners, who throughout his lifetime became dear friends. Visitation will take place Friday, June 26, 2009 from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. with Priestly Parastas at 7 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God, 257 Shaw St., Toronto. Funeral Divine Liturgy will be celebrated Saturday June 27, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God, 257 Shaw St., Toronto. Fr. John's family requested that interment take place at a later date in Dallas, PA, USA. Funeral arrangements entrusted to NEWEDIUK FUNERAL HOME, KIPLING CHAPEL, 2058 Kipling Ave., Toronto, 416-745-7555. Vicnaja Pamjat Eternal Memory Vecna Mu Pamiatka