Harold "Bud" Geedy, Sr.

Harold “Bud” Geedy, Sr., 83, of Dover, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019. Son of the late Glen and Mae (Smith) Geedy, he was born on June 7, 1936 in Port Royal, Juniata County.

Bud was a trucker for most of his life; he most recently drove for Motor Freight Express, York. He was an Army National Guardsman, and in his free time, he was a family man and an outdoorsman. When it came to rifle hunting, small game was his favorite. He also enjoyed a coffee and passing the time at Newberrytown Peddler’s Market, Dover. Bud was an avid bluegrass fan, traveling to different concerts and festivals around the area. In his later years, he was quite enamored with his grand and great-grandchildren and spent as much time with them as possible. Bud put his family above all else.

He’s survived by his wife of 63 years, Belva (Orris) Geedy; his three sons and their spouses, Harold Geedy, Jr. (Carolyn) of New Cumberland, Anthony Geedy of Dover, and Michael Geedy (Melissa) of Bradford County; 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. He’s also survived by two brothers, Harry and James Geedy; and a sister, Mildred Wilson.

A public viewing will be held from 10-11 AM on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Parthemore Funeral Home & Cremation Services, New Cumberland. Following the viewing, a procession will travel from the funeral home to Rolling Green Cemetery, Camp Hill, where an 11:30AM graveside service will take place in the Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in Bud’s name to: Hospice & Community Care (www.hospiceoflancaster.org), 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17604.