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Jerry Witherite Obituary

Jerry A Witherite

April 30, 1939 - January 6, 2025

Boalsburg, Pennsylvania - Jerry A. Witherite, 85, of Boalsburg, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025. Born on April 30, 1939, at his family home in Hublersburg, he was the son of the late Merrill J. and Dorothy M. (Harter) Witherite. On September 18, 1960, at the Altoona Lutheran Church, he married Judith A. "Judy" Weidley, who preceded him in death in 2021.

Jerry graduated from State College Area High School in 1957. He enlisted with the United States Army and served proudly until his honorable discharge in 1965. He was employed with Cerro for more than 40 years prior to his retirement.

Jerry was a member of the Nittany American Legion Post 245 in State College for many years. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, golfing, and liked his antique cars.

Jerry is survived by his son, J. Allen Witherite, II of Bellefonte; his daughter, Tammy A. Grimes of Harrisburg; 10 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.

Along with his wife and parents, Jerry was preceded in death by one son, Timothy A. Witherite in 1995; son in-law, Keith Grimes; and his brother, Dean Witherite.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 11am, at the Pine Hall Cemetery in State College. Rev Rebecca Horn will be officiating and military honors will be accorded.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Nittany American Legion Post 245, 1950 Pine Hall Rd, State College, PA 16801.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Barbara Daughenbaugh Funeral Home, Inc of Centre Hall. To share memories and condolences online, please visit daughenbaughs.com.

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Published by Centre Daily Times from Jan. 11 to Jan. 15, 2025.

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Vickie Gordon

January 25, 2025

Tammy so sorry for the loss of your dad. Both your parents were such lovely people. My mother was Grace Burris and she used to babysit you and your brother when your parents lived above the bank in Centre Hall, PA. She also helped cook in the stand your grandparents had at Grange Fair. They always were wonderful friend to her and enjoyed when they had time to talk. I will miss them both. Blessings to you and all the family.

Nancy Knoffsinger

January 12, 2025

So sorry for your loss Tammy and Allen. Jerry was my nephew and we have many memories together.

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