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Palmer Tobias Wetzel, Jr., 92, of Trout Run, passed away on the morning of May 30, 2024.
Born June 13, 1931, in Lock Haven, he was a son to the late Palmer T. Wetzel, Sr. and the former Edna M. Englert. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John E. Wetzel; a granddaughter, Hadassah G. Wetzel; and great-granddaughter, Rachel T. Shoup.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, the former Sonia Celeste Faivre; 11 children (six daughters and five sons), Joan W. (David, d. 2022) Joines, of Stewartstown; Penny L. (Craig) Mutchler of Jersey Shore, Kathy A. (Richard) Taylor of Sugarloaf, Steven T. Wetzel of Trout Run, Shane T. (Sarah) Wetzel of Lehighton, Shanna T. Wetzel of Trout Run, Sven T. (Anna) Wetzel of Montoursville, Shannon T. (Stacey, d. 2022) Wetzel of Muncy, Shawnta T. (Jonathan) Fladd of Trout Run, Dr. Palmer T. (Esther) Wetzel, III of Maryland, and Sherilee T. (Mark) Niedermyer of Muncy; 48 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren and counting. He is also survived by two sisters, Ethel Paulhamus of Jersey Shore and Sarah Martz of Ohio, and many nieces and nephews.
For many years, Palmer owned and operated Wetzel Lumber Company in Salladasburg. He was an active and skilled member of the Jersey Shore Legion Pool Team. He was fondly referred to by many as Poppy, Junior and even the mayor of Brookside.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was known for his witty one-liners, storytelling, brute strength and business savvy. His children will remember him for his faithfulness to our family, his generosity and exemplar of a man who was strong when needed, but gentle in character. He will be deeply missed.
A funeral service will be held this Saturday, June 8, 2024 at River Valley Church, 470 Pine St., Williamsport, PA. Viewing will begin at 10 a.m., service 11:30 a.m., and burial will follow at White Pine United Methodist Church, 45 Campbell Rd, Trout Run, PA.
Arrangements are entrusted to Frederick B. Welker Funeral Home, Jersey Shore, PA.
www.WelkerFuneralHome.com