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Dannie Comly Obituary
March 8, 1953 - October 19, 2025
Yarnell, Pennsylvania - Dannie K Comly, 72, of Yarnell, passed away at home on Sunday, October 19, 2025, surrounded by his family while watching his favorite football team, the Dallas Cowboys. Born on March 8, 1953, in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Charles Comly, Sr. and Helen (Spotts) Comly. On April 29, 1972, he married his lifetime sweetheart, Rita (Burns) Comly, who survives at home after sharing 53 years of marriage together.
Dannie was a 1971 graduate of Bald Eagle Area High School. He worked as a miner and a mechanic who could fix everything and proudly passed that talent on to his sons!
In addition to his wife, Rita, he is survived by his children, Robyn Dyke (Donnie) of Milesburg, Bradley Comly (Kerri) of Howard, and Erik Comly (Jamie) of Yarnell, and seven grandchildren: Moreta Dyke (Dakota Bartley), Dale Walker (Jonathan), Tessa Comly, Brayden Comly, Macey Hahn, Jalyn Hahn, and Aaron Varner. Also surviving are his siblings: Janet Rice (Don) of California, Barry (Marg) of Dix Run, Gene of Bush Hollow, Nancy Wenrick (Bob) of Tennessee, Patricia Miller of Lamar, Linda Carlson of Howard and Barb of Pocono.
Along with his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Charles "Sonny", Jack "Buzz", and a sister Joanne.
Dannie enjoyed tinkering around in the garage; throughout the years he fixed anything and everything for his family and friends. He also enjoyed being outside, whether he was cutting trees, hunting, gardening, or just soaking in the sun. He loved his cats, working out, and watching his grandchildren play ball. Dannie was also proud of the fact that he built his own house. More than anything, he loved the time that he spent with his grandchildren.
A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 135 W. Main Street, Howard. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc. in Howard, with Chaplin Luke Miller officiating. Burial services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Dannie to Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., PO Box 108, Howard, PA 16841.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com
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Sherry F. Walk
October 26, 2025
Dear Rita, Robyn, Bradley, Erik, and family,
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May the wonderful memories of your time together help you through this time. All of you remain in my thoughts and prayers. Lovingly, Sherry Flick Walk
Karen Efaw
October 21, 2025
So sorry, Sending Prayers to his family!
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