Sheldon l. Lehman

Lehman, Sheldon L., “Dutch”,93, of Richland Township, Died Mar. 30, 2012, at Windber Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. Born Oct. 27, 1918, in Windber. Son of the late Norman and Goldie (Wissinger) Lehman. Also preceded in death by wife, Sarah Jeanette (Sharpe); sisters, Lillian Gordon and Dorthea Hunter and brothers; Eugene and Howard. Survived by son, David (Sandra) Lehman Sr., Richland; grandchildren, David (Sherry) Lehman Jr., Jennifer (Jason) Miller and Thomas Lehman and friend, Sifira Reed; great-grandchildren, Nicole and Tyler Miller, and Mason, Brittany, Tanner and Haley Lehman; several nieces, nephews and a special friend, David Lehman Sr’s. 1st wife, Jane Bragg, Elkhart, IN.  WWII Navy Veteran, SFC, LCI (L) 1005, serving in 13 invasions, 6 first waves. Employed at Brumbaugh Lodge, Berwind-White and retired from Richland School District as Maintenance Supervisor.  It is very difficult to separate the memories of Sheldon without mentioning his first true love, Sarah Jeanette. Sheldon loved fresh air, watching a wood fire, sleeping under the stars and spent countless hours on his front porch where loved ones could gather and talk, discuss various topics, and be set straight when needed. He had a loving heart and was very resourceful. His ability to restore another’s trash into an eventual family heirloom which always contained a significant story was a hallmark of the modest, but proud lifestyle. Even when life became difficult, few if any complaints were expressed. He taught his family that worth did not come from possessions, but through hard work, care, compassion and love. Sheldon had a lifelong passion for family genealogy and stamp collecting, was involved in Boy Scouts for 20 years and was in the Order of the Arrow. We know you have found the peace and contentment you were looking for.”We will miss you Pap”. He would say when he hung up the phone, “Bye for Now”. Friends received from noon until time of service at 2 P.M. on Monday at the Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland with the Rev. Thomas Moore, officiating. Interment will be at Richland Cemetery with military rites. Memorial contributions may be directed to Windber Hospice or Hospital.(Online condolences may be posted at www.wharrisfuneralhome)



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