John A.

Werbeck

John Arthur Werback was born on October 20, 1932, in Brooklyn, New York. He was the only child of Arthur C. and Alice V. (Kelly) Werback. John graduated from Garden City High School in Garden City, Long Island, New York, and later earned his degree from Duke University in North Carolina.

Throughout his diverse career, he taught high school English, became a Certified Hypnologist, was a gymnast, and was a member of the American Society of Safety Engineers. He spent 24 years with the Bata Shoe Company, serving as a photographer, Assistant Personnel Manager, and Editor of the Bata Newspaper. It was at Bata that he met the love of his life, his wife, Martha Eleanor Fouse. After the Bata Shoe Company closed, he worked for 10 years as a Safety Officer for the Harford County Government. He continued his love for photography and many of his photographs appeared in the County’s Calendar.

John and Martha shared 58-1/2 wonderful years of marriage and loved traveling both in the US and abroad.

In his younger days, he loved snorkeling, fishing and boating, especially with his young nephews. Known affectionately by his friends as "Cowboy" because of his signature Western attire, he left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

John is survived by his beloved wife, Martha Eleanor (Fouse) Werback, along with several nieces and nephews. He will be deeply remembered and missed by all who knew him.