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David Laity Obituary
EXETER — David J. Laity, 97, formerly of Kingston and Forty Fort, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Highland Manor Nursing Home, Exeter, on April 1, 2015.
David was born in Edwardsville to Edwin and Anna (Bacho) Laity on Oct. 26, 1917. He was married to the former Mary Batterton, who preceded him in death in 2002.
He was a 1936 graduate of Edwardsville High School.
He retired from PPL after career that spanned more than 30 years.
After his retirement, David served his community as a school crossing guard in Forty Fort for 18 years, having fond memories of the many school children that he met. David was also a member of the King David Lodge 763, Kingston, where he served as chaplain.
In his spare time, David loved making Welsh cookies. He loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a wonderful role model and inspiration, and will be missed by everyone whose life he touched.
Survivors include his children, Dr. Sandra Laity, Schenectady, New York, Maryruth Olshefski (Ted), Allentown, David G. Laity (Brenda), Trucksville; grandchildren, Timothy, Gregory, Theodore III Olshefski, Michael and Jon Laity; great-grandchildren, Anya Reichl-Olshefski, Taylor Laity, Bennett, Emmalyn, Chase and Brycen Olshefski, as well as his pet buddy, Princess.
Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc. Funeral Home, 1044 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort, with Carol Folk, pastor, officiating. The interment will be held at Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the charity of the donor's choice
For more information or to send the family an online condolence, please visit the funeral home's website at www.hughbhughes.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Laity
April 6, 2015
What a treasure Dave was!
Dorothy Beckwith and the Worldwide Laity Family
April 6, 2015
Sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of your father. It is so hard to lose your parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate this difficult time.
Mark and Bernie (Laity)Santana
Chic Leehan
April 5, 2015
The Leehan family offers their sincerest condolences to David, Sandy, and Marybeth for the passing of your father. He was quite the gentleman, always friendly with a genuine smile. With Sympathy, The Leehans
April 5, 2015
My condolences to the family, I know he was a treasured father, grandfather and great grandfather!
Dr. Lanny Pelliccia
April 4, 2015
So sorry Dave. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sue Reese
April 4, 2015
My thoughts are with your family. Praying the happy memories of your Dad will heal your hearts.
Cathy Pickering Conte
April 4, 2015
It is never easy to lose a parent. My prays and thoughts are with you. RIP.
W. Roger Scott
April 4, 2015
The death of Mr. Laity brings back memories of painting his and other houses in Commerce Park over forty years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Laity were always very nice. My late father (Wilbur W. Scott) thought very highly of Mr. Laity. My deepest sympathy to the family. May Mr. Laity's memory serve as an inspiration for generations to come.
Linda Gingell
April 3, 2015
Sandy, Maryruth and David, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 3, 2015
Sandy, Maryruth and David. I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Wells
April 3, 2015
Maryruth
So sorry for your loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Peter Saenger
April 3, 2015
Not much can be said to comfort you at this time, but he sounds like he was a great man.
My most heartfelt thoughts are with you,
Peter
Frank Malia
April 3, 2015
Very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. As an old friend from Forty Fort, we were in almost constant contact. A real gentleman and pleasant personality at all times. My sincere condolences to all the family.
April 2, 2015
Dear Maryruth,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely, Jane Hudak
Cathy Williams
April 2, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to you Sandy and your family. -Cathy Williams and Gina Perry
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