John P. Fockler

John P. Fockler was an American politician and educator from Maryland.

Early life

John P. Fockler was born in Washington County, Maryland, to Benjamin Fockler.

Career

Fockler was a Democrat. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Washington County from 1892 to 1894. He was a member of the education committee.
Fockler taught school in Washington County for 27 years. He was superintendent of Washington County Public Schools for eight years.

Personal life

Fockler married Alice Harbaugh. They had two children, Clifford B. and Mrs. L. B. Anderson. His brother was B. Edwin Fockler, principal of North East High School. He was a member of the Reformed Church and the Freemasons.
Fockler died on December 5, 1911, aged 50, at his home in Cavetown. He was buried at Smithsburg Cemetery.