M. Joseph Sheridan

M. Joseph "Joe" Sheridan, aged 81, of Troy, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 12, 2026. Born on October 21, 1945, in Pittston, Pennsylvania, Joe dedicated his life to education, community service, and family.

Joe was a respected educator with the Troy Area School District, where he taught history and served as a reading specialist for the schools. His passion for youth extended beyond the classroom, as he devoted countless hours coaching several youth sports teams, including baseball, basketball, and football.

A proud alumnus of King's College in Wilkes-Barre, PA, where he earned his bachelor’s degree, Joe furthered his education by obtaining a master’s degree from Elmira College in Elmira, NY. He was a devoted member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Troy, PA, and an esteemed 4th Degree Knight of the Knights of Columbus. His commitment to service was also evident in his active volunteer work with the Troy Food Pantry, where he worked tirelessly to support those in need.

Joe married Theresa A. Jones on August 2, 1969, sharing a lifelong partnership filled with love and devotion. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph T. and Margaret (Hoban) Sheridan; his brother, Robert Sheridan; and his sister, Eileen Grabosky.

He is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife, Theresa; his children Melissa (Jeff) Weakland of Dallastown, PA, and James C. (Johanna) Sheridan of Oklahoma City, OK; grandchildren Alexander (Gillian) Weakland, Mackenzie Weakland, and Fiona C. Sheridan; his sister Maureen Murphy of West Pittston, PA; several nieces and nephews, and good friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, November 20, 2026 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, located at 106 North Washington Street, Canton, PA 17724. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Wilkes-Barre, PA. . Arrangements have been entrusted to the Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., 1093 W Main St., Troy, PA.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Troy Food Pantry, 532 Elmira Street, Troy, PA 16947 or to the charity of one’s own choosing in honor of Joe’s enduring commitment to helping others.