Mark W. Hunsicker, 98, of Myerstown, died Friday, March 12, 2021, at his residence. He was the husband of Amelia (Donmoyer) Hunsicker, and the late Oga Wierich Hunsicker.
Born in Myerstown on May 20, 1922, he was the son of the late William and Minnie (Spitler) Hunsicker. A 1940 graduate of Myerstown High School, he was a member of St. Paul’s UCC, Hamlin.
Mark was a farmer and cattle hauler in Myerstown for over 50 years, retiring in 2007. He also managed deli stands at the Leesport and Hamburg Markets for many years. Mark was a former member of the Frystown and Mt. Zion Fire Companies and the Frystown Lions Club.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, James Hunsicker, of Jonestown, daughter-in-law, Nancy Hunsicker, of Florida, eight grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren, and sisters, Helen Rabold, of Myerstown, and Nancy Swanger, of Myerstown.
He was preceded in death by a son, John Hunsicker, sisters, Catherine Blouch, Grace Schaeffer, and Vera Houtz, and brothers, Wayne and Herman Hunsicker.
A viewing will be held Wednesday, March 17, 2021, from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Grose Funeral Home, 358 W. Washington Ave., Myerstown. Services and interment will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s UCC of Hamlin, 2351-2355 Mt. Zion Rd., Fredericksburg, PA 17026.
