Jesse Seiler Zerbe, 91, of Valley View, passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family early Monday morning November 18, at home.

He was born on February 8, 1928 in Valley View, a son of the late Benjamin and Merle Seiler Zerbe.

Jesse attended Hegins Township High School.

He worked on the family farm and drove coal truck for many years He started Zerbe Refuse Hauling in 1969, retiring at the age of 85 after 45 years.

Jesse was a member of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Valley View.

He enjoyed collecting clocks, tractors, and working in the garden. Jesse enjoyed visiting with his neighbors on his Jazzi scooter, and spending time with his two therapy cats.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Woodrow, Reuben, Henry, Jay, and Myron Zerbe; sisters Frances Bowman and Sally Sleath

Jesse is survived by his wife of 61 years, the former Jeanette Kessler.

He is also survived by two sons, Craig, wife Tami Zerbe and Chris, wife Suzanne Zerbe, both of Valley View; daughter, Tammy, husband Kenny Dengler of Taylorsville; grandson, Bradley, and wife Susan Zerbe; three granddaughters, Stacey, husband Nathaniel Romberger, Deidre Dengler, Desiree Dengler; great-granddaughter of one month, Finley Romberger; sister, Patsy Zerbe; sister in law, Grace Zerbe.

Services were held at St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Valley View, on Friday, November 22, 2019, at 1:00 pm, with Rev. Dwayne Bardo officiating.

A visitation was held from 11:00 am until the time of service on Friday at St. Andrew's United Methodist Church.

Burial was made in the Church of God Cemetery, Hegins.

Memorial contributions can be made to Hegins Area Ambulance Association 352 Gap St, Valley View, PA 17983 or Advantage Hospice, 1502 Rt. 61 Highway South, Pottsville PA 17901.

Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, was in charge of arrangements.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com .