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Obituary of Howard Corl, 91

Name of Deceased Howard Corl
Age 91
Date of Death 06/16/2013
Date of Birth 10/19/1921
Funeral Home Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Services

Howard T. “Howdy” Corl, 91, of Bellefonte, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2013, at Mount Nittany Medical Center.

Born October 19, 1921 in Bellefonte, he was the son of the late Boyd and Grace (Tressler) Corl.

On March 18, 1943, in Pleasant Gap he married Pauline F. Struble, who preceded him in death on May 10, 2011.

In 1943, he purchased the neighboring farm from where he grew up. He was a dairy and crop farmer, until his retirement in 1995, when he handed the farm over to his sons; then he only farmed for his own enjoyment.

He was a member of the New Hope United Methodist Church (formerly the Axemann Methodist Church), the Logan Grange for 75 years and a former longtime member of the PA Farmers association.

Howdy loved spending time with his family, enjoyed hunting, and had a way about him that made everyone smile.

He is survived by one daughter, Deborah Brooks (Dennis) of Pleasant Gap; three sons, Gerald, Leo (Rose Marie) and Bernard (Catherine) Corl all of Bellefonte; one brother, Lynn Corl of Bellefonte; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren and his dog Harley.

In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by two brothers; Dale and Harold Corl and a daughter-in-law, Pamela Corl.

Visitation will be 7-9 PM, Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Services, 1034 Benner Pike, State College and on Thursday, June 20th from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM at the funeral home with Pastor Andy Morgan officiating. Interment will follow at Centre County Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers contributions in Howard’s name may be made to the New Hope United Methodist Church, 1575 Axemann Road, Bellefonte, PA 16823.

A guest book can be signed or condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com.