Gerald E. Koontz Sr.

Gerald E. Koontz Sr., 78, of Lewistown, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at William Penn Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center.

Born on June 15, 1946, in Lewistown, he was the son of the late Earnest J. and Louise Grace (Johnson) Koontz.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane (Cowan) Koontz, who passed in 2020; son, Gerald E. Koontz Jr; and a brother-in-law, Jeffrey Youtzy.

He is survived by; children, David Koontz and wife, Beth, of Burnham, Pamela McConaughey and husband, Curt, of Mill Creek; four grandchildren, Samantha R. Koontz, Emily M. Koontz, Alyssa B. Koontz and Seth J. Bowersox; a great-granddaughter, Gracelyn; and a sister, Donna M. Youtzy, of Longfellow.

Earlier in life, Gerald was a member of Lewistown CMA Church and Pine Glen CMA.

He was a graduate of Lewistown High School, Class of 1965.

Gerald worked at Avtex Fibers, later known as the American Viscose for 30 years of service. He then worked as a custodian for the Mifflin County School District where he retired after 10 years of service.

He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Gerald was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was proud to have harvested 54 deer in his 55 years of hunting.

A viewing will be held from 10 to 11 a.m, Friday, December 27, 2024, at Heller-Hoenstine Funeral Home (Woodlawn), 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, with a funeral service to follow at 11 a.m., with Pastor Chad Oberholtzer officiating.

Interment will be held at Juniata Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Gerald’s memory may be made to Pine Glen CMA, 1058 SR 103 North, Lewistown PA 17044.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www .hellerhoenstinefuneralhome.com.

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