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David Searfoss Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — David E. Searfoss, 56, Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.
He was born in Wilkes-Barre, son of David E. and Patricia Burke Searfoss of Wilkes-Barre. He was a 1982 graduate of GAR Memorial High School and attended Luzerne County Community College. He was a Navy veteran, serving aboard the USS America. He retired from employment as a corrections officer at the State Correctional Institute in Dallas.
David was a positive role model and dependable leader as an assistant scout master of Boy Scout Troop 154 in Kingston. Prior to that, he was a den leader at Cub Scout Pack 100 in Plains Township. He also was a member and post commander of the American Legion Post 132. David was a member of the North End Slovak Citizens Club, Wilkes-Barre. He was an avid runner and competed in many triathlons, the annual Run For The Diamonds and community 5K races. He was a great fan of Penn State football, the Philadelphia Eagles and the Philadelphia Phillies. His favorite hobbies were going to antique shops, auctions and collecting sports memorabilia. He enjoyed spending time with his family at Knoebels and vacationing in Walt Disney World.
Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife of 19 years, Theresa Height Searfoss; daughter Amanda Poplawski and her husband, Scott, Dallas; son Nathan Searfoss, at home; grandson Brayden Poplawski; brother Richard Searfoss and his wife, Cindy, Hawaii; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews; and beloved dogs Buster, Scout and Ace.
Memorial services will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, from Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. The Rev. Timothy Alleman, rector of St. Stephen's Pro Episcopal Cathedral, Wilkes-Barre, will officiate. Private interment will be at the convenience of the family.
Family and friends may visit from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in David's name to Northeastern Pennsylvania Council Boy Scouts of America, 72 Montage Mountain Road, Moosic, PA 18507.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting David's obituary at www.natandgawlas.com.
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Eric Madl
January 23, 2021
Thinking about you often Buddy. I wish you could of enjoyed a long retirement . Enjoying it with family and friends .You are sadly missed by this guy and i think of you all the time, you will always be on my mind.Rest for now Dave until we meet once again. Love you brother. your tower buddy Eric
Frank Butry
February 1, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with the Searfoss family.
I have great memories of our friendship while growing up
and in high school.
Rest In Peace Dave.
Sheryl Kollar
January 31, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
BRIAN PHILLIPS
January 30, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Terri, Amanda and Nathan and to Mr and Mrs Searfoss, and Rich and their families. David touched many lives and created memories for the people he knew and loved. Rest in peace - Phillips family
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Christine Hannigan
January 30, 2020
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Dave. Sending our thoughts and prayers to the entire Searfoss family.
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Eric & Patricia Madl
January 30, 2020
Dave you will truly be missed. You were a great co-worker a Tower buddy a great friend. May all the vast memories of your life , carry your wife your son and your family and friends through this most difficult time. My condolences goes out to you all. And my prayers as well. Your fight is over now. Now it is your time to rest. Peace be with you my brother in CHRIST JESUS. Amen.
Samantha Sales
January 30, 2020
Mr. Searfoss was a wonderful man. He was always there when someone needed help. He will be greatly missed. May the great scoutmaster of all great scouts be with us until we meet again.
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