Francis J. Bercher

Francis J. Bercher, 84, of Pottsville passed away Thursday evening at his residence.

Born May 14, 1933, he was the son of the late Harry and Alberta (Bercher) Weber.

He was a member of St. John the Baptist RC Church, Pottsville. He was also a member of Seltzer and Big Hill Gun Club.

Francis retired from Allied Chemical as a machine operator.

He enjoyed trap shooting, hunting, fishing, and trips to the cabin. He loved spending time with all his grandchildren.

He proudly served his country, in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia A. (Caldas) Bercher (2013).

He is survived by his son, Joseph F. Bercher; daughters, Donna M. Bercher and Lisa M, Bercher; grandchildren, Vanessa Bercher, Carissa Bercher, Jake McClure, and Justin McClure; great grandson, Luke Bercher.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11AM on Friday, July 7, 2017 at St. John the Baptist RC Church, 913 Mahantongo St, Pottsville, Rev. David Loeper, officiating. Family and friends may call Thursday evening 6:00PM til 8:00PM and Friday morning 9:30AM-10:30AM at Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 W. Market St., Pottsville. Interment will follow with Military Honors in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Pottsville.

Please visit SchlitzerAllenPugh.com to leave a condolence for the Bercher family.

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