PAUL R. ETZWEILER
MILLERSBURG– Paul R. Etzweiler, age 90, passed away, Friday June 12, 2020, at Premier at Susquehanna. He was born on May 24, 1930 in Upper Paxton Township., son of the late Harvey Etzweiler Sr. and Lizzie [Shaffer] Etzweiler.
He lived in Millersburg most of his life. He was called dad by his children, pappy and pap-pap by his grandchildren, and “Uncle Paul” by his many nieces and nephews. Family togetherness was important to him. The last few years of his life he looked forward to our monthly picnics outside on the lawn at Premier. He retired from Witmer Motors where he worked as a parts-man. After retirement, he continued working as a school bus driver. He also was a farmer and raised animals.
He was a member of David’s Community Bible Church where he served as an adult Sunday school teacher for many years. He also served on consistory and was a member of the choir.
Paul was an Army veteran having served in Korea as a Sergeant and Field Artillery Cannoneer. He was a member of the 176th Armored Field Artillery Battalion that was cited for outstanding performance of duty and extraordinary heroism. Paul was awarded a Korean Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars. He was also a member of the National Guard.
Paul loved country/bluegrass music. He bought himself his first guitar from the Sears and Roebuck catalog and taught himself to play. He played in many bands and also called for square dances. He passed his love of music to his children. The Etzweiler Family sang together at various events, churches and nursing homes. The Lykens Valley Bluegrass Band was formed in 1979. The band remained active for about 30 years and released six albums. One of the highlights for Paul was opening for Willie Nelson.
Paul was married to Grace [Smith] Etzweiler for 50 years prior to her passing in 2003.
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Obituary and photo from Hoover-Boyer Funeral Homes.
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The correct spelling of his name on headline should be Etzweiler.