Clark Edward Leitzel

Clark Edward Leitzel

June 17, 1932 - January 17, 2024

MILLERSBURG - Clark Edward Leitzel, age 91, of 301 North Street, died January 17, 2024, at his residence at the Polk Personal Care Center.

Clark was born on June 17, 1932, in Millersburg, PA, the son of (the late) Frank Leitzel and Marguerite (Row) Leitzel. He was the widower of Peggy (Dreibelbis) Leitzel, his wife of 34 years, who passed away in 1994.

Clark was a proud Veteran of the United State Marine Corps, and had served during the Korean war. Clark lived most of his adult life in Carlise, where he worked as a production supervisor for Kinney Shoes until he retired. In 2000, Clark moved to Duncannon and worked for the United States Post Service at the Distribution Center in Harrisburg. Clark was known for his tireless work ethic and always being there for his family.

He always put others needs ahead of his own. Clark volunteered with the Salvation Army and he helped restore the Mahanoy Union Church near his home in Perry County. He enjoyed doing projects around the house, kayaking, golf, tennis, and woodworking. Clark was a member of the Duncannon American Legion.

Clark is survived by his son, Troy; daughter-in-law, Mimi; and grandchildren: Ellie and Macy Leitzel. He was preceded in death by a twin brother, Mark; and brothers: Earl, and Captain Robert Leitzel, USN Retired.

The family would like to thank the staff at Polk Personal Care Center for the excellent care and compassionate support they gave to Clark over the last six years.

There will be a visitation held at Hoover-Boyer Funeral Homes Ltd., Millersburg on Friday, January 26, 2024, from 10:00 - 11:00 AM. A memorial service will begin at 11:00 AM followed by burial at Long's Cemetery, Halifax.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Fisher House Foundation, which provides veterans and their families housing near their healthcare facilities.

Arrangements are being cared for by the staff of Minnich Funeral. We are honored to serve this family at our Hoover-Boyer Funeral Home, Ltd., Millersburg location.

To sign the guestbook go to www.minnichfuneral.com. Clark Edward Leitzel.