Jeffrey E. Pontious

      Jeffrey E. Pontious, 60, of Harmonsburg, formerly of Edinboro, passed away after a short illness on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at Edinboro Manor. 

      Born February 6, 1960, in Erie, he was the son of James and Geraldine (Sauers) Pontious. 

      Jeff graduated from General McLane High School in 1978.  He then served our country in the United States Army from 1978 until 1984 and served three years in Germany.  For over 30 years, he worked as an electrician.

          He was a member of the American Legion.  Jeff was a Cleveland Browns and Penn State football fan.  He enjoyed having a Bud Light with his friends.  His best buddy was his Miniature Schnauzer, Rocky.  Jeff was his own person and he did things his way, but he did them well. 

Survivors include his loving companion of many years, Denise Parker and her family, of Harmonsburg; he was a caring father will be lovingly remembered by his children, Jessica Pontious of Erie and Sean Pontious of Texas and his grandson, Gavin; four siblings, Terry Vatter of Dubois, Brian Pontious of Lincoln, Nebraska, Connie Eastman and her husband, Mike, of Dubois and Shelly Gilbert and her husband, Gary, of Lakewood, New York; and nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. 

      He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Greg Pontious. 

      As per Jeff’s wishes no services will be held.

      Arrangements are under the direction of Royal-Coleman Funeral Home, 6028 U.S. Hwy 6, Linesville. 

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