Palmer T. Wetzel Jr.

     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. 

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