![]() Lindsay Griffin-Boylan, President/CEO Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber: “It is with great sadness that we all mourn the tremendous loss of John Metz Sr. “Our community has been blessed for several generations by his presence, character, commitment, leadership, and countless friendships.” He also made time for civic engagement, through his work with the PA Restaurant and Lodging Association and similar organizations. “He was generous with others, as evidenced by his contributions to Misericordia, Dinners with Kids, and his annual charity golf tournament. “There are a lot of popular establishments across our region because of his long and successful career in food service and hospitality. On a personal level, in his bearing and outlook, he was kind, gracious, and eternally positive. ![]() exemplified what we mean when we refer to someone as a pillar of the community. “He leaves behind a wonderful, great family, and my wife Shelley and I send our deepest condolences.” John was always generous and had a high level of success in the business and community projects he undertook. “He and his family built great businesses throughout our community and Pennsylvania. I met John well over 20 years ago, served with him on the Misericordia University Board, and followed his lead on many charitable and philanthropic endeavors. Dan Meuser: “Very saddened to hear of the passing of John Metz, a giant in our community. The community has lost an icon, and I have lost an incredible friend.” “He was always available when we needed advice, encouragement, and a good laugh. My parents and my relationship with John were ones of true friendship. Marjorie Henry Marquart, long time family friend: “There are many accolades that can be said about John’s business experiences. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.” “His greatest love and emphasis was always his family. His business acumen earned him national plaudits in the hospitality industry, yet his demeanor exemplified modesty, coupled with both concern for others and immense generosity. We will honor his memory and life’s work by continuing to uphold the values he held dear and working together to build on the foundation that he laid.”Īttorney Murray Ufberg: “John was a gentle giant. Jeff Metz, President and CEO of Metz Culinary Management, added, “We are comforted by the knowledge that his spirit will live on in the company he created and in the hearts of all who knew him. “He was a mentor, friend, and role model to so many, and his legacy will continue to inspire and guide us.” “Even in light of his many accomplishments, Dad was always humble and down-to-earth,” said Maureen Metz, Executive Vice President of Metz Culinary Management. “He was a man of tremendous integrity who knew how to make people feel special by sharing his warmth, smile, and contagious laughter.” “Our father was passionate about the power of food to bring people together,” said John Metz, Jr., CEO and Executive Chef of Sterling Culinary Management in Atlanta, which he co-founded with his father, who also served as Sterling’s Chairman of the Board. ![]() Metz is survived by his children John, Jeff (Susan), Maureen (Sean), and grandchildren Kaitlyn, Ashley and Jeffrey, and a wealth of extended family, friends, members of the community whose lives he touched for the better. ![]() Metz, founder of Metz Culinary Management and Environmental Services, died peacefully Monday morning at the age of 83, in his home surrounded by his loving family. ![]() and Jeffrey Metz at the Silver Plate awards in Chicago. Metz, Jeff Metz, Wolfgang Puck, John Metz Jr. ![]()
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