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Dale J. Byers, 94, of Kansas Road, McVeytown, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital.
Born Nov. 25, 1929 in Tiffin, Ohio, he was a son of the late James Russel and Ethel May (Nagle) Byers. His first wife, Dorothy L. Byers, preceded him in death on Oct. 17, 1976. His second wife, Edna G. (Hartley) Byers, preceded him in death on June 10, 2021.
Also preceding him in death was a daughter, Foxine Byers; and several siblings.
Surviving are: a daughter, Lorraine Drake, and husband, DeWayne, of Mount Union; six stepchildren, Betty Ann Albright and husband, Ron, of Lewistown, Daniel R. Grove, of Port Royal, Larry L. Grove, of Lewistown, Grace I. Lucci and husband, Mark, of Milroy, Ronald N. Grove, of California, Ricky A. Grove, of Lewistown; and numerous grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
He was U.S. Army veteran having served during the Korean War. Early in life he was employed in construction and at Containment Solutions in Mount Union. He also formerly owned B&D's Bar and Cafe in Mount Union.
Dale was a member of the Spring Run Church of the Brethren, McVeytown, where he served as custodian for many years. He was also a member of the Moose Family Center in Lewistown, and enjoyed time with his little dog, Buddy.
A funeral service will be held at noon Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Harshbarger Funeral Home, 3 South Market St., McVeytown, with Pastor Connie Maclay officiating. Interment will be in Haven Rest Memorial Park in Shirleysburg.
A viewing will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of service Thursday, June 27, 2024 at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.harshbargerfuneralhome.com.