Elmer G. BURDICK, 61, of Galeton, PA, died Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born December 2, 1964, in Blossburg, he was the son of Elmer G. and Lorraine Jane Farren Burdick. He was employed by Chattanooga Labeling in Galeton, a sawmill in Emporium, and the Perma Stone Inn in Galeton. A free spirit and outdoorsman, he enjoyed digging leeks, camping, campfires, traveling, and four-wheeling. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Everyone he met left with a story to tell.
Survivors include: two sons, Elmer and William; four grandchildren, Jordan, Nevaeh, Scott, and Robert; a sister, Penny; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by three sisters, Mary Jane, Bonnie Sue, and Candy.
Services will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
621 South Main Street, Ulysses, PA 16948

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