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Jerry Stiely Obituary
October 23, 2009
Jerry L. Stiely, 65, of 327 N. Goodspring Road, Hegins, passed away Friday at his home.
Born in Klingerstown, June 24, 1944, he was a son of the late Harry and Evelyn Klinger Stiely. He was raised by the late Mary Rohrbach.
He was a 1963 graduate of Tri-Valley High School and a 1965 graduate of Williamsport Tech.
He had been employed as a heavy equipment operator for Frank Krammes Excavating, Sacramento, and Pine Creek Coal Co., Spring Glen.
He was a member of Friedens United Church of Christ, Hegins, where he had served as a former Elder.
He was also a member and past master of F&AM Valley Lodge 797, Valley View, and a member of the Harrisburg Consistory.
He was preceded in death by four brothers, Perry, Guy, Glenn, and an infant brother; a sister, Donna; and a foster sister, Eileen.
He is survived by his wife, Joanne G. Bergey Stiely, to whom he was married 44 years; a son, Kris L. Stiely and his wife, Vickie, Fearnot; a daughter, Terri J. Herb and her husband, Dean, Halifax; two grandsons, John M. Stiely and Ben W. Stiely, both of Fearnot; two granddaughters, Nikki M. Herb and Heidi E. Herb, both of Halifax; eight brothers, George, Jesse, Donald, Harry, Jimmy, Bobby, Paul and Ivan; a foster brother, Stuart; four sisters, Esther, Nancy, Beverly and Alpha; and a foster sister, Lessie.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Friedens United Church of Christ, Hegins, with the Rev. Claude Schach officiating. Masonic services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. The family will receive guests from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633. Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Stiely
November 4, 2009
Aunt JoAnne and Kris and Terri
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father and my uncle I know it is very hard to cope with . But he is in the best place now and there is nomore suffering . I still remember seeing the motorcycle when I was smaller coming down the hill and it was him and you and of course the dog was along . If you need anything please contact me I am here for all of you
Love you niece Tina
Robin Baez
November 2, 2009
Aunt Joanne, Terri and Kris, Uncle Jerry will always be remembered by us. We will forever hold the memory of you and him coming to Kerry's for mom and dad's 45th anniversary on that yellow motorcycle. He was a wonderful man and will be sadly missed. Love Robin, Carmelo, Josh and Alex
David Bossler
October 30, 2009
Aunt Joanne, Kris & Terry: Memories of my uncle Jerry will always be with me. He was a great uncle, mentor and friend. We are very sorry to hear of his passing. Love David, Sue and Chloe Bossler.
Corey & Kelly Stiely
October 27, 2009
Aunt Joanne,sorry to hear about Uncle Jerry.Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Terri and Kris.
October 26, 2009
Joanne, sorry to hear about Jerry..Jesse will attend servise on Saturday..My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sadness....
Mark Smith
October 26, 2009
Joanne-we are so sorry to hear about Jerry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are here for you.
Joanne & Al
Ann Ladd
October 25, 2009
Aunt Joanne, So sorry to hear the shocking news Friday. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Terri and Kris. I am remembering our good times together over the years. Uncle Jerry is no longer suffering. God Bless you and keep you in comfort over this troubling of times.
Ann (Bossler) Ladd
Don Green
October 25, 2009
Dear Joanne-
I was so sorry to learn of Jerry's death. I know how lovingly you cared for him. Both of you have been a blessing to me. May God give you the strength, courage and peace that you deserve.
Fondly,
Dr. Don
October 24, 2009
Chris & family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Treasure the memories as I'm sure there are many. He is now at peace and in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Karen & Mark Wilson
October 24, 2009
Joanne--Please know that we are thinking of you. We will be at the Memorial Service on Saturday. Love, Jake and Luanne
October 24, 2009
I am sorry for your loss
Connie Schwalm
Scott & Sherry Strouphauer
October 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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