David L. Casner1,2

M, (12 June 1945 - 22 January 2004)
     David L. Casner was born on 12 June 1945 at Cogan Station, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.1 He was the son of Cyrus West Casner and Anna M. Kurtz.1,2 David L. Casner died on 22 January 2004 at 6905 Pleasant Valley Road, Cogan Station, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, at age 58 years, 7 months and 10 days.1 He was buried on 27 January 2004 in the Oak Lawn Cemetery, located in Eldred Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. The funeral service was officiated by Reverend Glenn F. Myers.1
     David L. was listed in Anna M. Kurtz's obituary on 27 June 2000 in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, as her son.2 His obituary was published on 24 January 2004 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. His obituary stated:

     David L. Casner, 59, of 6905 Pleasant Valley Road, Cogan Station, died at his residence on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2004, as the result of a wheelchair accident. He was born June 12, 1945, in Cogan Station, the son of C. West and Anna M. Kurtz Casner.

In his early life, David was employed at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and he owned a landscaping business. During this time he raced his Dodge Dart in drag races, later becoming a NASCAR fan. He enjoyed tractor pulling contests as well.

Although he was disabled with muscular dystrophy for the past 20 years, David lived an active, productive and happy life. He had volunteered at the Williamsport Hospital Rehabilitation Department since November 1991 as an activities director and had contributed more than 4,100 hours during that time helping patients.

David served on the Governor’s Committee for the Employment of Disabled People for many years. He was also involved in the local Muscular Dystrophy Society.

He was an avid artist, painting primarily landscapes and historic buildings. His paintings have been displayed at the Williamsport Hospital and in local art shows. A long-time member of the Bald Eagle Art League, he served four years on the board of directors. In addition to painting, David enjoyed designing and making country craft items. He was a member of the Warrensville First Baptist Church.

Surviving is a brother, Cecil H. Casner of Warrensville; two sisters, Rose Ann Read and Susan Marie Quigel, both of Cogan Station; and 14 nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church of Warrensville, 5658 Warrensville Road, Montoursville, with his pastor, the Rev. Glen F. Myers, officiating. Burial will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church. Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville.1
Last Edited=20 May 2005

Citations

  1. [S329] David L. Casner obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 24 January 2004. Original obituary from the Williamsport Sun-Gazette 30 day obituary archive found at: http://www.sungazette.com/obituary/obituaryArchive.asp. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
  2. [S330] Anna M. Casner obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 27 June 2000. Original obituary from the Williamsport Sun-Gazette 30 day obituary archive found at: http://www.sungazette.com/obituary/obituaryArchive.asp. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.