John Joseph Urick
West Ocean City

John Joseph Urick, known fondly to friends and family as John or Pop, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025 in the home he built for his family in West Ocean City, Maryland.

He was surrounded by his three daughters and loving wife of 58 years. Born on February 8,1948, at Geisinger Hospital in Danville, Pennsylvania to the late Paul Urick and Pearl (Varney) Urick. John’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with his unwavering love for his family, his passion for the great outdoors and his Catholic faith.

John’s early life growing up on a family farm in Irish Valley, Shamokin, Pennsylvania laid the foundation for a lifetime of hard work, dedication and the secrets of enjoying life through the outdoors.

He was a retired real estate broker and was the owner of John J. Urick Real Estate in West Ocean City. His honest integrity was well known by the community and anyone that had the pleasure of being a client. John was passionate about hunting and was one of the first hunter safety instructors in the area. A true outdoorsman, he found joy and peace in the woods and on the water. Hunting, fishing, and spending time under open skies were not just hobbies for him-they were a way of life.

He taught those he loved, to respect nature, to find patience in a quiet morning, and to appreciate the simple beauty of the world around them. He was a member of St. Mary’s Holy Savior Catholic Parish. John’s legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the lessons he taught, and the countless memories.

John is survived by his wife, Linda Tyndall Urick; three daughters, Michelle Webster and husband Jeff of West Ocean City, Christine Urick and fiancé Tommy Joyner of Pittsville and Stephanie Urick of West Ocean City, MD; six grandchildren, Brooke Danielle Connell (Joseph), Aleczander Vaughn Webster (Carrie), Zoie Lane Williams, Grace Korin Ellis (Thomas), Wyatt Kristopher Amsel and Vaughn Michael Amsel; four great-grandchildren, Abigail, Ashton, Aurora and Myles; three brothers, Vince (Sue) Urick of Paxinos, Pa., Steve (Cindy) Urick of Birdsboro, Pa. and Richard (Maria) Urick of Elysburg, Pa.; three sisters, Christine (Randy) Yasenchak of Paxinos, Pa., Maureen (Bob) Hauck of Sunbury, Pa. and Ann (Ted) Hittle of Danville, Pa.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Urick (survived by Judy Urick).

He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were privileged to know him.

A Catholic Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, May 5, at Holy Savior Catholic Church 1705 Philadelphia Ave. Ocean City. A reception following the Mass will be held in the church hall.

A visitation will be held one hour before the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor John’s memory by spending time outdoors, teaching a child to fish or simply sharing a long story with loved ones.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com