Obituaries

Harold C. Huffman, 78, of New Bethlehem,(Putneyville) died early Wednesday morning, December 19, 2018 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born on April 17, 1940 in Putneyville, he was a son of the late Ray C. and Gladys A. (Schreckengost) Huffman. He was married on October 12, 1957 to Patricia M. (Hetrick).

He first worked at the Climax Brick Plant and then he joined the Carpenters Local Union # 2274 in 1958 and he retired from there in 1997 where he worked for S J Grove and Ruhlin Company as a foreman. He worked on and built the Kinzu Dam, the bridges around the stadiums in Pittsburgh, several hydro plants, and the Jefferson Manor in Brookville. He enjoyed fishing, going to auctions, and carpentry work. After his retirement he ran Peddler’s Ridge Flea Market in Strattanville. The pride and joy of his life was time spent with his three sons, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patricia M Huffman of New Bethlehem, three sons, Mark W. Huffman and his wife Wendy of New Bethlehem, Martin N. Huffman and friend Amy of Rochester Mills, and Michael W. Huffman and his wife Deanne of Irwin, eight grandchildren, Leah Miloser (Adam), Dustin Huffman (Andrea), Jason Huffman (Jena), Jaimie Eisenhart (Ben), Janel Huffman, Jolene Gotwald (Ryan), Zachary Huffman and friend Hope Meanix, and Jordan Huffman, nine great grandchildren, Brynna, Owen, Teagan, Brody, Anna, Austin, Audrey, Judah, and Esme, a sister, Carol Staley and her husband Larry of Fredonia, and two brothers, Edward Huffman and his wife Doris and Rodney Huffman and his wife Joni, both of New Bethlehem.

Huff’s wish was to be cremated. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 11:00 am at the Grace Baptist Church on Keck Ave. in New Bethlehem with Pastor Bob Ryver officiating.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations may be made to the Food Pantry in New Bethlehem or a Charity of one’s choice.

The Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn is handling the arrangements.