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Aaron Liebrum Obituary

AARON LIEBRUM February 18, 1955 - March 22, 2008 Aaron Liebrum, 53, passed away on March 22, 2008, at his residence in Altoona. Born in Carlisle on February 18, 1955, he was a son of Glenda Liebrum of Carlisle and Thomas Liebrum of Newville. After graduating from Carlisle High School and then Shippensburg State College, Aaron spent a short time living in St. Augustine, Fla., where he earned his pilot's license. He returned to Pennsylvania to attend graduate school at Penn State University. He was the owner of Liebrum Coachworks in State College. Aaron recently worked in Altoona pursuing his lifelong love of restoring classic automobiles. He coached his sons in State College Little League baseball and continually inspired them to follow their dreams. He was also an avid fan of Penn State Football and Pittsburgh professional sports teams. He is survived by two sons; Austin and Connor Liebrum of Lemont; a sister, Apryl Liebrum of Boalsburg; a brother, Rory Liebrum of Mechanicsburg; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends who loved him and his warm and loving personality. He will be remembered as an extremely intelligent and generous man who would go out of his way to help someone in need. At his request, cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, March 29, 2008,at 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church, 2201 University Dr., S.C.

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Published by Centre Daily Times on Mar. 26, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Aaron Liebrum

16 Entries

B.S.

April 6, 2008

My Friend. My heart. Always.

David Nell

April 2, 2008

I just heard of Aaron's passing &wanted to send my condolences but also share my pleasant and smile inducing memories of our time spent together. Along with mutual friend Rick we lived together,laughed together and only rarely got into trouble together. We spent much time cruising for chicks but Aaron always got the girls! I remember his fondness for Sticks potato chips(eating them by the bag full!) and his talent for art & singing & playing the guitar-America's songs were some of his favorites& boy could he sing & play them. I also remember his going to bed with his next days clothes on(so he was ready in the morning) and looked pretty good in the process. I remember hanging out with his favorite teacher(geometry). What I remember most is his smile,quick wit & intellect and ability to make friends with anyone. I am so appreciative of the time we had together and can always think of our time together with a smile on my face. Peace,Aaron. Dave

Carl & Dot Green

April 1, 2008

Dear Liebrum Family,
We're so sorry to just learn of Aaron's passing. We were customers of his at the 'Coachworks', and were thrilled with his outstanding workmanship. We truly enjoyed his irreverence, great honesty, and wonderful smile. He kidded us that it was a bad sign that 'bodywork' customers were on his Christmas card list (frequency)! He always took great care of us. We can't believe that he is gone. Take care, and know what a terrific person he was.

Sharon (Liebrum) Nowlen

March 31, 2008

Austin and Connor,
I knew your father from school and then married into the family. He was a very generous, kind person and I want you to know that when my daughter Jennifer (his niece) past away, he was there for me. He encouraged me with his spirituality and held my hand through tough times. I can only imagine that he is with Jennifer now and taking her to the beach, which she never had the opportunity to do. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your mother, as I know you all loved and supported him the best you could. Please take care of each other and always remember the good times.

Kathy Kitner Liebrum

March 31, 2008

Austin had written the following for his Dad's memorial service. Unfortunately, he didn't get a chance to share it that day. I think it is such a beautiful tribute that I asked him if I could post it here and he agreed.

First of all, I want to thank you all for coming. Everyone seems to be dressed up pretty nicely, but perhaps it would be more fitting if we all wore white shorts and a golf polo.
Dad wouldn’t want to be remembered with tears today, but rather with memories of his fun-loving nature, his high level of intelligence, as well as his ability to fix anything that is broken. Unfortunately he is not here today to fix my broken heart.
Dad was the kind of guy whose smile could light up a room. The kind of dad who laughed after I took a corner too hard on the go-cart he bought me, sending him rolling on the pavement. The kind of coach that would be the first to greet me in the dugout with a smile and a pat on the back after striking out or making an error. The kind of person who would “accidentally” enter the school parking lot from the exit to pick me up in a limo, so as to hide the ugly dent he was repairing on the other side. Most of all, he was the kind of soul who would be willing to listen to any problem anybody had and would do all that he could to try to help them get through it. In the end, the only person he could not help was himself.
Dad used to tell me wild stories of all the crazy stuff he had done growing up. I always hoped that I would be able to tell such enticing stories to my children. That is yet to be seen, but I can say without question that all that is good in me is because of his unfaltering love. He told me that anything can be accomplished through perseverance and a will to succeed. He taught me the importance of respecting others and the innate reward of helping those in need. He showed me that nothing is easy in life and, in his final lesson, taught me the most important of all: life is precious.
I will miss my father at the day of my graduation. I’ll miss him the day I get married. I’ll miss him the day my first child is born, and I’ll miss him every moment of every day in between. Dad loved being at the beach and told me often how he wanted to return there someday. I’m sure that right now he is lying on the sand of eternity, enjoying rays of bliss, staring out onto an ocean of peace of tranquility, and enjoying the company of once lost loved ones.
I want to hug him and tell him one last time how much he means to me, but I’m left with thousands of memories that cannot ever be taken away. I love you so much dad and we will never forget you.
Austin Lucas Liebrum 3/28/08

George Spanos

March 26, 2008

Austin, Connor

You are in my thoughts and prayers on the passing of your Dad.

I remember him fondly. When I was at Penn State, Beth and I would visit your parents often.

Aaron always made us feel very welcome in their home. He had a great sense of humor, was very bright, and genuinely a great person to be around.

We've missed seeing him these last number of years, but always wished and prayed for the best for him.

I pray that God grants you peace and strength during this difficult time for you both.

George & Beth Spanos

Mark Kruger

March 26, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. It was a shock to me to learn of Arron's passing. I went to school with Apryl and knew Aaron and Rory. Keep the memories in your heart and Aaron will always be there.

Janine Gismondi

March 26, 2008

I will remember Aaron as smiling, poking fun, and being so, so proud of Austin and Connor. He always lit up when he talked about them. And, of course, I'll remember him dressed in white.

I hope it is of some comfort to his family to know that he touched so many lives.

Michael Kauffman

March 26, 2008

Aaron and I lived in the same neighborhood and I came to know him through the friendship of our son's. He was a multi-talented man whose skills ranged from music, to sports, to practically any kind of mechanical skill. Aaron was also an accomplished cook and shared recipes with my wife Penny. The thing that I remember most about Aaron, is that he would do anything for anybody. I will miss you my friend, and hope to see you soon.

Angela Stackfield-White

March 26, 2008

To the family,

I was in Aaron's graduating class and wanted to send my condolences to each of you. Please know you are all in my prayers and I know God will give you the strength you need to get through this time of sorrow.

Steve Hysinger

March 26, 2008

Aaron was my friend for a short time in reality but forever in my mind. He once hitchhiked from Carlisle to Hereford,Tx to vist us on our farm.. My dad had just retired from the military and was not sure about all these long hairs showing up from Carlisle and especially Aaron who had a ponytail when even the longhairs were not wearing ponytails.Aaron broke through the tension one morning when he found my dad trying to fix a farm pickup that would not start. Well Aaron fixed it and helped pave the way for many more visits from Dicks Boys. I will always remember his amazing smile and big sparkling eyes. He was my friend and I do believe we will meet again in a much happier place.
God bless you Aaron, be at peace.

Robert Hall Jr

March 26, 2008

Arron was a Good Friend and Neighbor, we will miss him.

Melissa Blacksmith (Fair)

March 26, 2008

To all of Aaron's family, I want to send my deepest sympathy. I haven't seen Aaron in quite a few years, but I know he was a wonderful guy and will be greatly missed by many people. My heart goes out to Aaron's wife and sons. My sympathies to you, too, Rory. I know you've had more than your share of loss and it is never, ever easy.

Tom Lebo

March 26, 2008

Austin and Connor,
While I was not as close to your father in high school as some of my mates, I later became a good friend and hunting buddy of his. I have many fond memories of our pilgrimages to your home for the deer hunt and Penn State football games. Regretfully, I will not be able to attend his memorial service, but you two are both in my thoughts and prayers.

Randolph Hays

March 26, 2008

It's that time of year...flowers start to push up thru the ground, as they have done since the beginning of time...Aaron is now plucked from our midst...not unlike the blossom of springtime...we'll miss you.

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