He was born September 10, 1951 in Towson, MD the son of the late John G. and Cora Defibaugh Luntz.
John was a 1974 graduate of Mt. St. Maryâs University with a BA in Economics. He chose to spend his entire life on the family farm in Fairfield, where he raised Angus cattle. He also spent 20 years serving the Fairfield community as a police officer. John started his career in law enforcement in Carroll Valley where he quickly advance to the rank of Corporeal. He then spent 10 years as the Chief of Police for Hamiltonban Township retiring in 1999. John enjoyed taking long weekend rides on his motorcycle.
John is survived by three sons; Garrett Matthew Luntz and his wife Ashley of Gettysburg, PA, Brian Luntz of Biglerville, PA, Mark Stackowitz of Gettysburg, PA, a step-son, David Stephens and his wife Michelle of Ellicott City, MD, 12 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and his former wife, Shelia Diann Luntz. He was predeceased by a daughter, Jolene Rae Luntz.
A Celebration of Johnâs Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Adams County SPCA, 11 Goldenville Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Online obituary and condolences available at monahanfuneralhome.com.
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