Edward L. Niessner

1936 - 2018

Edward L. Niessner

1936 - 2018

BORN

1936

DIED

2018

Edward Niessner Obituary

Published by Harris Funeral Home, Inc. - Johnstown on Oct. 16, 2018.
Edward was born on October 22, 1936 and passed away on Sunday, October 14, 2018. Edward was a resident of Richland, Pennsylvania at the time of passing. A 1955 graduate of Johnstown Catholic High School. Edward served in the US Navy. Friends received 6-8 PM Thursday at Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland, where Vigil Service will be held. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM Friday at St. Benedict Church. Committal at St. Anthony Cemetery, Geistown.

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