1956
Willard
2024
Willard J. Leibensperger
August 16, 1956 — December 8, 2024
Willard J. Leibensperger, 68 years of age of Weatherly, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at home after a lengthy illness with his family by his side.
Born Thursday, August 16, 1956 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania the son of the late Willard, and Joan (Kuta) Leibensperger.
A 1974 graduate of Carbon County Vocational Technical School in the Machine Shop curriculum, Willard graduated at the top of his class. A Machinist by trade Willard worked at Wilmot Engineering, White Haven for 26 years, and retired from Bergen Industries in 2021.
Surviving are; sisters, Donna Korba wife of Donnie of Mountain Top; Darlene Gerhard wife of Jonesy of Weatherly; nieces, Jamie, and Jackie; nephew, Joey.
An avid gun collector, Willard loved to hunt and fish. He was a member of the Penn Haven Gun Club. Willard enjoyed restoring his classic cars, a 1971 Chevelle, and 1964 Chevy Truck similar to his fathers which he used to teach Willard how to drive. Willard looked forward to time spent with his family, and especially doting on his nephew and nieces. Willard took great pride in keeping his home in top shape.
Private arrangements entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First Street Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255. (570) 427-4231
Interment Union Cemetery Weatherly, Pennsylvania.
A special thank you to Lehigh Valley Hospice, Lehigh Valley Cancer Ctr. especially Dr. Hotchner and the infusion nurses for the care he was given. Yocum's Pharmacy and the staff for being there for his medication needs and caring about our brother’s wellbeing.
Memorials to:
Lehigh Valley Hospice
17th Street
Allentown Pennsylvania 18102
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
Born Thursday, August 16, 1956 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania the son of the late Willard, and Joan (Kuta) Leibensperger.
A 1974 graduate of Carbon County Vocational Technical School in the Machine Shop curriculum, Willard graduated at the top of his class. A Machinist by trade Willard worked at Wilmot Engineering, White Haven for 26 years, and retired from Bergen Industries in 2021.
Surviving are; sisters, Donna Korba wife of Donnie of Mountain Top; Darlene Gerhard wife of Jonesy of Weatherly; nieces, Jamie, and Jackie; nephew, Joey.
An avid gun collector, Willard loved to hunt and fish. He was a member of the Penn Haven Gun Club. Willard enjoyed restoring his classic cars, a 1971 Chevelle, and 1964 Chevy Truck similar to his fathers which he used to teach Willard how to drive. Willard looked forward to time spent with his family, and especially doting on his nephew and nieces. Willard took great pride in keeping his home in top shape.
Private arrangements entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First Street Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255. (570) 427-4231
Interment Union Cemetery Weatherly, Pennsylvania.
A special thank you to Lehigh Valley Hospice, Lehigh Valley Cancer Ctr. especially Dr. Hotchner and the infusion nurses for the care he was given. Yocum's Pharmacy and the staff for being there for his medication needs and caring about our brother’s wellbeing.
Memorials to:
Lehigh Valley Hospice
17th Street
Allentown Pennsylvania 18102
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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