Gene B Headdings, age 90, of Gratz, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at his residence.

He was born on Friday, August 25, 1933, in Greenbrier, a son of the late George Headdings and the late Millie (Kline) Headdings.

Gene served in the US Army.

He retired from Interstate Tile Mantle Company, Harrisburg.

He was a member of Salem Church of Rough and Ready.

He was also a member of the Gratz Fire Company, Klingerstown Fire Company, and American Legion Post 504 Mandata.

Gene enjoyed gardening, taking care of his yard, trips to the beach, and spending time with his family. He was an avid all around sports fan. He also enjoyed attending Phillies and Penn State games.

He was preceded in death by his parents; by five brothers, Marvin Headdings, Charles Headdings, Paul Headdings, Clarence Headdings, and Mark Headdings, and three sisters, Eleanor Paul, Norma Wenrich, and Gladys Cooper.

He is survived by his wife Marilyn J (Heim) Headdings, to whom he was married for 65 years.

He is also survived by a daughter, Wendy D (Eugene) Houck; son, Scott K (Lori) Headdings; grandson, Kyle (Hannah) Headdings; two step grandsons, Michael (Tish) Houck and Christopher (Erica Spann) Houck; two step granddaughters, Kristin (John) Ronan and Emily (Mark) Paulson; six step great grandchildren, Theo, Edward, Josie, and Nicholas Houck and Sammy and Charlie Ronan; two brothers, Woodrow Headdings and Dallas Headdings; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at Salem Church of Rough and Ready, on Monday, October 23, 2023, at 10:00 am, with Rev. Mark E Mantz officiating.

A viewing will be held from 9:00 am to 10:00 am on Monday at the church.

Burial will be in Riverview Memorial Gardens, Halifax.

Memorial contributions can be made to Salem Church of Rough and Ready, 11 Church Road, Klingerstown PA 17941 or to the Gratz Fire Company, PO Box 8, Gratz PA 17030.

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

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