John Robert Statz, III, of Ranson, WV passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 27, 2024, at the age of 60, due to complications from an ongoing illness.

John was born July 26, 1963 in Hempstead, NY, to John and Serene (Verga) Statz. Growing up in a military family, John moved often, living in Long Island, NY; Munich, Germany; Fort Knox, KY; Fort Benning, GA; Fort Leavenworth, KS; Fort Hood, TX and Northern Virginia, before putting down roots in Jefferson County, WV. He was proud to call West Virginia his home for nearly 40 years. John gave back to the community that welcomed him by working for the Jefferson County Public Schools system for over a decade. He also served in the Knights of Columbus, where he became a 4th degree knight, and volunteered with the youth at St. James Catholic Church in Charles Town, where he was a longtime parishioner.

John is survived by his mother, Serene Statz, his companion, Carolyn Kolodin, former wife, Katherine Statz, his children, Sarah Elizabeth and Mark David, his stepchildren, Katherine Woodward and husband, Dustin, Sr. and John Kattwinkel and wife Amanda, and his grandchildren, Dustin Thomas, Kalie Grace, Emma Rose, Justice Robert, Layla Belle, Victoria Faith Wenk, Caitlin Brianna, Dylan Carter, Cameron Jayden, Jordan Pryce, and Savannah Paige. He is also survived by his siblings, Matthew (Pia Agostini) Statz, Kimberly (James) Garner, Kristen (Alan) Shifflett, Kathleen Statz, Luke (Sandra) Statz, and Karen (Robert) Nunn.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bob and his brothers, Mark and Adam.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, June 10, 2024 at St. James Catholic Church, 49 Crosswinds Drive, Charles Town, WV with Father Timothy Grassi as the Celebrant, assisted by Deacon Dave Galvin. A Rosary will be held at 10:30 am at the church.

John will always be remembered for his love and devotion to God, his family, and his country. He gave selflessly to those in need, and his kindness and compassion will live on through those he met along the way.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Panhandle, 330 Hospice Lane, Kearneysville, WV 25430 or to The Knights of Columbus at www.kofc.org