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David T. Reeder, 90

David T. Reeder, 90

David T. Reeder, 90, of Montoursville, died on Feb. 15, 2017 at AristaCare in Loyalsock Twp. He was born May 11, 1927, in Eldred Twp., the son of the late Grant L. and Dorothy (Souter) Reeder.

Dave had worked for the PA Game Commission, Former GTE Sylvania in Montoursville, and Grit Publishing before retiring in 1992 from the Montoursville Area School District.

He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church where he was a church treasurer for over 30 years and a trustee, and was a member of High Rock Hunting Club. He had served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.

Dave loved the lord, his family, and serving his church. Getting family together for holidays and birthdays were very important. His hobby of repairing and fixing bikes for his grandchildren and resale led to repairing them for the American Rescue Workers, up to 100 per year.

He and his wife of 67 years, the former Gladys P. Ulmer, enjoyed yard sailing, delivering Meals-On-Wheels, and doing for others in general.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, Gary D. (Wendy) and Steven L. (Bonnie) both of Montoursville; a daughter, Janice M. (Rev. James) Sunderland of Montoursville; a brother, Don E. Reeder of Warrensville; a sister, Jane R. Ulmer of Montoursville, eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 20 at Bethel United Methodist Church, 400 Montour St., Montoursville with Rev. Richard M. Barner officiating. Burial will follow in Montoursville Cemetery. A viewing for friends and family will be held from 6 -7 p.m., Monday Feb. 19 at Spitler Funeral Home, 733 Broad St., Montoursville and from 10 – 10:30 a.m. at the church on Tuesday.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church.

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