Daniel Lynn Van Orsdale
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Daniel Lynn Van Orsdale, 87, of Cochranville, passed away at his home on Monday, March 28, 2011. He was the beloved husband of Jacqueline Freeman Van Orsdale with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. Born in Baltimore, MD he was the son of the late Lynn F. and Mabel O. Simmons Van Orsdale. Dan served honorably in the US Army during WWII in the European Theater with the 556th AAA Battalion, Battery C. After the war, he continued his education in Electrical Engineering and later was employed by IBM retiring with 37 years of service.
He was a member of the Manor Presbyterian Church of Cochanville and Civitan International. He also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and the Special Olympics.
He is survived, in addition to his wife, by one daughter; Lynn V., wife of David A. Brown of Atglen and four grandchildren; Amanda, Joseph, Daniel and Eliza Brown. He was preceded in death by two children; David S. and Patricia Gayle Van Orsdale.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, April 1, 2011 at 11:00 am from the Faggs Manor Cemetery, 505 Street Road, Cochranville, PA.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg, PA.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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Lynn, my heart goes out to
Lynn, my heart goes out to you and your family. I have wonderful memories of the many times I spent with you and your parents. They always welcomed me into their home. My prayers are with you at this sad time.
Love, Eva Ruth
Jackie and Lynn, Harold and I
Jackie and Lynn,
Harold and I send our love and sympathy to you and your family. We have many wonderful memories of Dan. He was a dear, sweet man. You and your family were very special neighbors. Please know how very much we care.
Ann
Dear Lynn, I know how very
Dear Lynn, I know how very dear your father was to you and I am thinking about you during this difficult time. I remember your Dad as a sweet and gentle man who loved his family and was always so proud of you! I will always remember how kind your parents were to all of us at G-C. Please remember me to your Mother and know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Love, Cindi
Dear friend Lynn,
Dear friend Lynn,
Extending much sympathy to you and your family during this time of sorrow but rejoice in the long life of your wonderful dad. I pray that God will comfort you all and give you strength. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you, Teresa
Lynn, I am so sorry to hear
Lynn,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I have fond memories of your parents' warm hospitality and laughter.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda