James L. “Sparky” Fetterolf, 57, of Girardville, passed away unexpectedly Friday November 25, at his residence.  Born on November 29, 1958 at the former Ashland State General Hospital, he was the son of the late James F. and Patsy Elders Fetterolf.  Sparky was a graduate of North Schuylkill High School, Class of 1977.  He attended the Simpson United Methodist Church, Gordon.  Sparky was currently employed as a maintenance mechanic by Lowes Distribution Center, Pottsville, and also operated Fetterolf’s Home Maintenance, known for his electrical and plumbing skills.  A passionate Steelers and Phillies fan, Sparky was quite involved with coaching his children in both girls softball and in the Ashland Area Little League, and was influential in organizing and establishing the official home of Ashland Girls Softball League at Willow Park, Ashland. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother in law, Richard C. Singmaster in 2009. 

 

Survivors:

Daughter:  Tabitha Fetterolf, Gordon

Son:  James “Jay” Fetterolf, Lancaster

Son:  Jagger James Fetterolf, at home

3 Grandchildren:  Elizabeth, Kendra, and Kylie Fetterolf.

Sister:  Mitzi Singmaster, Lansdale

Brother:  Charlie “Muff” Fetterolf, Danville

Nieces and Nephews

Friends and relatives are invited to attend a memorial funeral service at 7 P.M. on Friday December 2, 2016.  A visitation will be held from 5 P.M. until the service at the Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, 1323 Centre Street, Ashland.  Rev. John C. Wallace will be officiating.  Visit Fritzfuneralhome.com 

The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home has charge.