John Stephen Marhevka, Age 73 of Yarmouth Port, MA, formerly of Maplewood, MN, passed away on July 1, 2023 at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.

John Marhevka was born in Scranton, PA to John S. Marhevka Sr. and Casimira Malinskas Marhevka on March 31, 1950. He went to Scranton Central High School graduating in 1968. He attended University of Scranton on a full academic scholarship earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. After completing his undergraduate degree in chemistry, John went on to the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where he earned his Ph.D. in analytical chemistry. It was at UMass Amherst that John met Virginia, the love of his life. Virginia was also a graduate student at UMass, majoring in organic chemistry. When they both graduated from UMass, they married and moved to Saint Paul, MN to begin their professional careers and their family. They had two sons, Jason and David.

John was employed at 3M Company as an analytical chemist in 3M’s Corporate Analytical Laboratory both as a researcher and a technical manager. John retired from 3M in 2009 after 35 years of service. In addition to his professional scientific pursuits, John had many other interests. He enjoyed cross country skiing while living in MN. He was also an avid tennis player and golfer. He was a bibliophile collecting books on a wide variety of subjects and an oenophile with an impressive wine cellar. On Cape Cod, John was a member of the Retired Men’s Club and the Dennis Yarmouth Newcomers Club where, among other things, he organized and led a wine tasting group.

John Marhevka is survived by his wife of 45 years, Virginia Creedon Marhevka, Yarmouth Port and his two sons, Jason Marhevka and David Marhevka, both of Coon Rapids, MN. He is also survived by his beloved golden doodle, Frodo, the latest in the line of John’s canine companions. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Casimira Marhevka.

Funeral service will be held at Saint Pius X Church, 5 Barbara Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 on July 13, 2023 at 11:00AM. Burial will be held at a later date. Visitation will be held at Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 on July 12, 2023 from 6PM to 8PM.

Dear Virginia, My husband Tom and I were so sad to hear if the sudden loss of your dear husband , John. From Reading his obituary. It was clear he was not only a loving husband and father, but a brilliant man who gave so much to his family and community. Our prayers and love are with you over the days ahead. Most Sincerely Yours, Thomas and Patricia (Pat) McDonald

Virginia I am so sorry to hear about John. Mary Pat

I am sorry to hear about John's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Virginia, I am soo sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Due

Virginia, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Love, Joyce

I will miss seeing John’s smiling face and great sense of timing. To his wife and family I send my heartfelt condolences-John will be missed.

Our deepest sympathies to Ginny, Jason and David. John will be sadly missed, walking the neighborhood with Ginny and Frodo, stopping at our door delivering goodies from his garden or the proud look on his face when delivering Ginny’s Christmas cookies. His quick wit telling stories, caring for his yard, his vast knowledge of every wine we consumed together so many reasons to miss a great neighbor and friend. Regretfully, George and Judy Sarto