Samuel E. Lyter, 56, of Lewistown, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

Born May 20, 1968, in Lewistown, he was the son of the late Charles Lyter Sr. and Edna K. ‘Toot’ Wolfley, who survives.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lori Lee (Simonetti) Lyter; maternal grandfather, Albert Vega; paternal grandparents, Charles and Hazel Lyter; siblings, Charles Lyter, Michael Wolfley; step-father, Robert E. Wolfley.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his maternal grandmother, Dora Vega; daughter, Cortney L. Blankenship and husband, Kevin, of Maryland; step-children, April Clark, Ashley Maben, and Brandon Maben; grandchildren, Peyton, Raven, Zaden Blankenship; and seven step-grandchildren; sisters, Steffanie Guether and husband, Thomas, Christinia Laub and husband, Donnie, both of Maitland.

He was a member of City Hook and Ladder.

Sam loved his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, music, and shooting pool for City Hook and Ladder firehouse.

In keeping with Sam’s wishes, there won’t be a formal service. If you’d like to remember Sam, you can send a memorial contribution made to: Hoenstine Funeral Home,  at PO Box 631, Lewistown, PA 17044.

Arrangements are under the care of Hoenstine Funeral Home, Lewistown.

You can share your memories and condolences online at www.hellerhoenstinefuneralhome.com