Robert B. Katherman

Robert B. Katherman, 89, formerly of Parkesburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2016 at Conestoga View of Lancaster.  He was the widower of the late D. Marie Engle Katherman, who passed away in 2014.  

Born in Downingtown, Robert was the son of the late Helen (Brouse) and Percy Katherman.  A resident of Parkesburg most of his life, he was a member of Parkesburg United Methodist Church, an former Chief at Parkesburg Fire Co. and a member of the former Keystone Lodge #569 F&AM of Parkesburg.

He worked as a machinist for R-V Industries, Inc. of Honey Brook.  He managed a restaurant in Parkesburg.    

Robert is survived by his two children, Donna and Robert; his stepdaughter Lou Ann Henley, wife of John, of Parkesburg; two grandchildren; one great grandchild; and one sister Barbara Murphy of Ephrata.

He was predeceased by two sisters, Ada Moore and Jean Moses.

The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 6th at 11 AM at Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, followed by interment in Upper Octorara Cemetery of Parkesburg.  The viewing will be from 10 until 11 AM.

Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com