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Robert L. Barger
Robert L. Barger February 13, 1921 -February 7, 2008 Robert L. Barger, 86, of Port Matilda, died Feb. 7, 2008, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born Feb. 13, 1921, in Centre Hall, he was the son of the late Milton Haven Barger and Emma (Breon) Barger. On Nov. 28, 1940, at Boalsburg Zion Lutheran Church, he married the former Marion E. Witherite, who survives. Also surviving are children, Wendell L. and Martha Barger, of Port Matilda, Leonard E. and Alda Barger, of McVeytown, Donald W. Barger, of Port Matilda, Charity and husband Daniel Maher, of Port Matilda, and Robert M. and Sara Barger, of State College; 14 grandchildren, Patty, Randy, Scott, Elizabeth, Kevin, Robin, Leana, Carol, Ronnie, Donnie, Evie, Alex, DJ and Phillip; 24 great-grandchildren; faithful friend and companion, Mr. Tuppins; a sister, Carrie Spicer, of Pleasant Gap; and a sister-in-law, Bessie Fisher, of Howard. He was a member of the State College Assembly of God and was a founding member of the church. He was a lifelong farmer in Buffalo Run Valley, of which he was a faith steward of the land. He enjoyed his many friends and spending time at the Belleville Auction. He enjoyed winters in Florida. He was always helpful when there was a need. He was a beloved father. He was a member of the National Rifle Association. Friends will be received at the State College Assembly of God Church, 2201 University Drive, State College, from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, 2008, and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, at the church, with Pastor Paul Grabill and Pastor Harry Brotzman officiating. Burial will be in Pine Hall Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Indonesia Orphanage, in care of State College Assembly of God Church, 2201 University Drive, State College, PA 16801.
Published in the Centre Daily Times on 2/9/2008.