Mr. John Kaplafka, age 68, of Frackville, passed away peacefully Monday at his home surruounded by his family.  Survivors include his wife the former Colleen  Stankavage, 2 daughters Kimberly Kaplafka of Frackville, Nicole Kaplafka of Minersville and her companion Jason Ladick, a son Michael Kaplafka of Pottsville and his companion Wendy Haluska, a brother Robert of Frackville, grandchildren Branden Goodrich, McKenzie Briggs and Eva Ladick.  Services will be private. There will not be any calling hours.  David D. Jarrett Funeral Home of Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements.  Please visit www.jarrettfuneralhome.com for more information.