Charles R. Hernley

Charles R. “Chuck” Hernley, 91, of Goshen passed away Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Greencroft Healthcare.

He was born December 4, 1930 in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania to Elam R. and Mabel (Stauffer) Hernley.

On September 22, 1951 he married Betty L. Hartzler at the Goshen College Chapel. They enjoyed 51 years of marriage prior to her death August 4, 2003.

Survivors include three daughters, Kathi (Gail) Janssen, and Pam (Bob) Reedy, both of Goshen and Cindy (Bob) Clayton of New Paris; four sons, Steve (Tammy) Hernley of LaGrange, Georgia, Doug (Gwen) Hernley of Goshen, Ron Hernley of  McMinnville, Oregon, and Jeff (Lisa) Hernley of Milford; 34 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great grandchildren.

Along with his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Elva R. Markley and Marilyn L. Hernley; and a great-grandson.

Chuck was a hard worker holding several jobs in the news printing industry; was a delivery driver for Coachman Inc.; and also owned Raceview Florist for a time. He was a gifted story-teller and writer of poetry. He and Betty enjoyed many travels together. He was an avid golfer and fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates.

A member of New Paris Church of the Brethren, Chuck was an active volunteer for the Chamberlain School Reading Program and with Meals on Wheels. He was also involved with Christian Writers Club.

Visitation will be Tuesday, March 1, 2022 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen.

There will also be an hour of visitation prior to the 2 p.m. funeral service, Wednesday, March 2, at New Paris Church of the Brethren, 68170 Division Street, New Paris. Pastor Stan Godfrey will officiate.

Burial will follow at New Paris Cemetery.

Memorial gifts may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association or New Paris Church of the Brethren.