Richard Thomas “Dick” Facer, Jr., 85, of Pleasant Gap, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Wynwood House, State College.
Born April 17, 1940, in Bellefonte, he was a son of the late Richard Thomas Facer, Sr. and Betty (Kerstetter) Facer.
Mr. Facer was a U.S. Navy veteran.
He worked as a correctional officer lieutenant at SCI Rockview. Dick belonged to the former Elks Lodge in Boalsburg and was a lifetime member of the Pleasant Gap Fire Company. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Surviving are his loving wife of 61 years, Kay (Cramer) Facer; 2 sons, Gary (Lori) Facer and Michael (Leann) Facer; 3 grandchildren, Thomas James Facer, Laura Lyn Dolan, and Rodney Lee Facer; and 4 great-grandchildren, Alexis (Steven) Young, Hailey, Olivia, and Garrett.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by 3 brothers, Larry, Edward, and Ernie Facer; and his sister, Roberta Farkas.
A viewing will be held Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10-11am, at Haky/Georgiana Centre County Funeral Home, 1034 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801. Interment following the viewing will be at Pine Hall Cemetery.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff at Wynwood House State College for their compassion and excellent care.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Pleasant Gap Fire Company, 475 Robinson Lane, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823.