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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Bernard J. Drayer
Bernard J.
Drayer
Aug 27, 1933 — Dec 22, 2013
Bernard J. Drayer's Obituary
Bernard J. Drayer, 80, of Bellefonte, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2013 at Centre Crest.
Born August 27, 1933, in Harrisburg, PA, he was a son of the late Adam C. and Miriam (Sheriff) Drayer.
On February 18, 1972, he married Evelyn "May" Lucas, who preceded him in death seven days ago on December 15, 2013. He was previously married to Patricia Ann Yeatts who preceded him in death in 2010.
Bernard was a 1952 graduate of Susquehanna High School He worked for Bethlehem Steel for 10yrs, for GE in the hot pointe divison and Sears. He retired in 2001 from the Camp Hill, Boscov's as the manager of carpet and bedding.
He enjoyed Penn State football and held season passes for over 35 years.
He is survived by two children, Gary (Sandra) Drayer of Hershey and Sheri Reifsnyder of Harrisburg; three step children, Wayne (Carol) Vonada of Pleasant Gap, Jerry (Lee Dorey) Vonada of Bellefonte and Janet (Robert) Novosel of Howard; ten siblings, Doris Simpson of Harrisburg, William (Sandy) Drayer of Arkansas, Wayne (Nancy) Drayer of Harrisburg, Myron Drayer of Middletown, Shirley Swope of New Cumberland, Bernice Drayer of Camp Hill, Virginia (William) Keller of Middletown, Roland (Lori) Drayer of Dillsburg, Albert (Shelly) Drayer of Middletown, and James (Sharon) Drayer of Harrrisbug; and seven grandchildren, Sarah, Aaron, Bridget, Rosanna and Crystal Keckler, Katrina Lontz and Remington Reifsnyder; six step grandchildren, Doug, Greg and Karen Vonada, Laurie (Ralph) Capparelle, and Jeff (Holly) and Kevin Novosel; one great step grandson, Nathan Capparelle; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A joint visitation for Bernard and Evelyn "May" Drayer will be held 1-3 PM, Sunday, January 5, 2014 at Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Service, 1034 Benner Pike, State College. A joint memorial service will follow at 3:00 PM at the funeral home with the Reverend Christopher Thomas officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Bernard's name may be made to Centre Crest, 502 E. Howard Street, Bellefonte, PA 16823
A guest book can be signed or condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com
Born August 27, 1933, in Harrisburg, PA, he was a son of the late Adam C. and Miriam (Sheriff) Drayer.
On February 18, 1972, he married Evelyn "May" Lucas, who preceded him in death seven days ago on December 15, 2013. He was previously married to Patricia Ann Yeatts who preceded him in death in 2010.
Bernard was a 1952 graduate of Susquehanna High School He worked for Bethlehem Steel for 10yrs, for GE in the hot pointe divison and Sears. He retired in 2001 from the Camp Hill, Boscov's as the manager of carpet and bedding.
He enjoyed Penn State football and held season passes for over 35 years.
He is survived by two children, Gary (Sandra) Drayer of Hershey and Sheri Reifsnyder of Harrisburg; three step children, Wayne (Carol) Vonada of Pleasant Gap, Jerry (Lee Dorey) Vonada of Bellefonte and Janet (Robert) Novosel of Howard; ten siblings, Doris Simpson of Harrisburg, William (Sandy) Drayer of Arkansas, Wayne (Nancy) Drayer of Harrisburg, Myron Drayer of Middletown, Shirley Swope of New Cumberland, Bernice Drayer of Camp Hill, Virginia (William) Keller of Middletown, Roland (Lori) Drayer of Dillsburg, Albert (Shelly) Drayer of Middletown, and James (Sharon) Drayer of Harrrisbug; and seven grandchildren, Sarah, Aaron, Bridget, Rosanna and Crystal Keckler, Katrina Lontz and Remington Reifsnyder; six step grandchildren, Doug, Greg and Karen Vonada, Laurie (Ralph) Capparelle, and Jeff (Holly) and Kevin Novosel; one great step grandson, Nathan Capparelle; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A joint visitation for Bernard and Evelyn "May" Drayer will be held 1-3 PM, Sunday, January 5, 2014 at Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Service, 1034 Benner Pike, State College. A joint memorial service will follow at 3:00 PM at the funeral home with the Reverend Christopher Thomas officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Bernard's name may be made to Centre Crest, 502 E. Howard Street, Bellefonte, PA 16823
A guest book can be signed or condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com
To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit our flower store.
Funeral Services for Bernard J. Drayer
Visitation
January
5
Sunday
Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Services - State College
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Service
January
5
Sunday
Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Services - State College
Starts at 3:00 pm
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