Kenneth Witt

Kenneth G. Witt, 83, of Carlisle, PA, passed away February 20, 2018 at the UPMC Pinnacle West Shore. He was born in Muskogee, OK on November 13, 1934 to the late Maxand Louise (Prange) Witt. Kenneth was preceded in death by his first wife, Joanne Marie Witt who passed away November 27, 1998.

After 21 years of service, Kenneth retired from the US Navy at the rank of E7. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1299 for over 40 years and served as President for the local and state levels. Also, a member of the St. John's Episcopal Church, Carlisle, VFW Post 477, American Legion Post 101 and AMVETS Post 274. A Navy veteran of the Vietnam War.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mary M. (Swartz) Witt of Carlisle; four children, Wendy Miller and husband, Robert of New Bloomfield, Paula Close and husband, Neil of Philadelphia, Debra Rotz and husband, Donald and Beverly Rockwell and Husband, Gary, both of Carlisle; two step-children, Julie Gaidis and husband, Joseph of New York and Todd Leedom of Marysville; 9 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 5 step-grandchildren. Also surviving is his brother, Robert Witt of California. In addition to his first wife, Kenneth is preceded in death by one brother, Rev. Melvin Witt.

Services will be held Sunday, February 25 at 3:00 PM in the Hollinger Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 501 N. Baltimore Ave., Mt. Holly Springs, PA 17065 with Rev. Richard L. Reese Officiating. A visitation will begin at 1:00 PM until the time of service. Reception will follow the services and will be held at FOE Aerie #1299. Burial will take place at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Visit www.hollingerfuneralhome.com for condolences to the family.