John "Gary" Pelka, age 66.  Beloved son of John H. and Bettylou; dear brother of Sharon and Stephanie; loving father of John, Michael, and Ian; cherished grandfather of Brandy, Sabrina, John Carlos, and Mario; friend of many. He grew up in Garfield Heights, Ohio and attended South High School. Served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1973 to 1978. Retired from the US Post Office in 2020.  The family suggest contributions to vfwohiocharities.com Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 4640 TURNEY RD., where services will be held Sunday, June 20, at 5:30 PM. MEMORIAL GATHERING: SUNDAY 2 PM until time of services. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Tuesday, June 22, at 2:45 PM.