John A. Traver, Jr. died Wednesday, October 28, 2026.  He was born on October 29, 1940, in Barryville, NY to Pearl and John Traver, Sr.

He is survived by his daughter Elizabeth and sons John III, Thomas, and Patrick, their mother Rosemary and sister Joan, stepdaughters, and many grandchildren.

John was a teacher in Middletown NY Highschool for 50 years, retiring at age 72.

As per John’s wishes, there will be no service.  Memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home of Barryville, NY., 3412 SR 97, Barryville, NY 12719, 845 557-8010.