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Mary Jane Koontz

Mary Jane Koontz, 73, of Lewistown, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2020, at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital.

Born April 28, 1947, in Lewistown, she was a daughter of the late Robert R. and Margaret L. (Hefner) Cowan.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by; a son, Gerald E. Koontz Jr.; and siblings, Viola Danko, Ruth Smith, and Debra Cowan.

She is survived by: husband, Gerald E. Koontz Sr., whom she married Sept. 11, 1965; 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; siblings, Myron J. Cowan, of Belleville, Raymond Cowan and wife, Iva, of Granville, and James L. Cowan, of Delaware.

Earlier in life, Mary attended the Assembly of God Church.

She was a 1965 graduate of Lewistown High School.

Mary was a cafeteria worker for the Mifflin County School District, she retired after 27 years of service.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and vacationing at the beach. Her activities included, attending her grandchildren’s sporting events, playing Bingo at the Burnham Fire Company and volunteering at the Lewistown train station.

Services and interment are private and held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the care of Heller-Hoenstine Funeral Homes, Woodlawn, Lewistown.

Memorial contributions in Mary’s memory can be made to: Burnham Fire Company, 205 N. Beech St., Burnham, PA 17009.

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