Eugene L. Geistwite
November 10, 1930 - April 10, 2017
Eugene L Geistwite, age 86, of Lykens Twp, passed away Monday, April 10, 2017 at his residence. He was born on Monday, November 10, 1930, in Millersburg, a son of the late Louella Geistwite. He served in the US Army. Gene retired from Penn Dye, Pine Grove. He was a member of Pine Creek United Methodist Church, Spring Glen. He was also a member of the Gratz Fire Company and a former member of the Erdman Sportsmans Association. Gene enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing cards. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda L Geistwite. He is survived by his wife Twila N Wolfe Geistwite, to whom he was married for 66 years. He is also survived by two sons, Randy A Geistwite and his wife Linda of Lykens Twp, David G Geistwite and his wife Debra of Gratz; a daughter, Heidi M Zerby and her husband Daniel of Lykens Twp; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; a brother, John Forceskie of Arizona; and three nephews. Funeral services were held at the Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, on Saturday, April 15, 2017, at 11:00 am, with Rev. W. Keith Rockwell officiating. A viewing was held from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial was made in St. Peter's Cemetery, Fearnot. Memorial contributions can be made to the Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, 1320 Linglestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com.
Eugene L Geistwite, age 86, of Lykens Twp, passed away Monday, April 10, 2017 at his residence. He was born on Monday, November 10, 1930, in Millersburg, a son of the late Louella Geistwite. He served in the US Army. Gene retired from Penn... View Obituary & Service Information