Lee Larmon, former linotype operator for the Brethren Missionary Herald Co., has gone to be with the Lord. The following obituary is from the online version of the Johnstown (PA) Tribune-Democrat. Thanks to Grace College and Seminary librarian Bill Darr for alerting us to Lee’s passing.
LARMON – Leland S., 87, Davidsville, died June 28, 2010. Born Feb. 24, 1923, in Windber, PA. Preceded in death by parents. Survived by wife of 63 years, the former Margaret Engle.
He was a graduate of Somerset Area High School, Class of 1940, and an Army veteran of World War II, where he served with the 82nd Engineering Combat Battalion, and was at the European Theater and the Battle of the Bulge.
He was a former printer for Somerset Daily American, The Tribune-Democrat, and Brethren Missonary Herald. He retired at the age of 75 from the Government Printing Office as a proof reader for the Congressional Record.
No viewing or receiving of friends. Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, at Laurel View Village Chapel with Pastor Wes Yoder officiating. Inurnment, Husband Cemetery. Arrangements by George E. Mason Funeral Home Inc., Davidsville.