Robert E. Sheeder, 77, of Madera, died on Friday, December 30, 2022 at his home.
He was born on September 10, 1945 in Lumber City, a son of the late Leon and Betty (Wisor) Sheeder.
Mr. Sheeder graduated from Curwensville High School and was employed as a welder, having worked at J.P. Noonan and the Benjamin Coal Company. In his spare time, he enjoyed boating and fishing. He also thoroughly enjoyed taking rides with his dog and best friend, Scoobie Doo. Mr. Sheeder was a member of the Curwensville Moose, The Curwensville Veteran of Foreign Wars, and the Curwensville Rescue Hose and Ladder Co.
He is survived by five children, Dennis Sheeder and wife Rhonda of Curwensville, Brian Sheeder and wife Pam of Brooksville, FL, Brad Sheeder and wife Shelley of Curwensville, Damon Sheeder and wife Molly of Curwensville, and Barb Vidal and husband Hal of Scranton; thirteen grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and two sisters, Bonnie Moore and husband Dave of Curwensville, and Lena Mae Flemming and husband Ray of Cherry Tree.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Donna (Demontigny) Sheeder on February 6, 2021. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Leon 'Butch' Sheeder and Richard Sheeder.
Friends will be received at the Beardsley Funeral Home and Crematory, Curwensville on Thursday, January 5, 2023 from 5-7 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Curwensville Public Library, 601 Beech Street, Curwensville, PA 16833; or to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 275 21st Street, Clearfield, PA 16830.
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