John David Mehalic
, Pennsylvania
May the road rise up to meet you may the wind be always at your back may the sun shine warm upon your face the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of His hand. John David Mehalic age 80 formerly of Tionesta and more recently Franklin PA has gone to his heavenly rest with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. John passed after a brief battle with cancer on Tuesday October 13 2026. John was born in New Castle PA on August 18 1946 the son of John and Josephine Mehalic. John held both a bachelors and masters degree in education from Slippery Rock University. He was a highly regarded and respected teacher at West Forest High School where he taught U.S. History and Economics. Each day his chalkboard featured a famous quote or saying that often led…