David R. Meyers, 86, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026 in Menno Haven, Chambersburg.
Born February 23, 1940 in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late Raymond and Edna (Rife) Meyers.
He was a graduate of James Buchanan High School with the Class of 1958. Dave then went on to serve with the United States National Guard from 1959 until 1967. He was employed for over 36 years at Pet Inc. until his retirement in 2000.
Dave was a member of Chambersburg Church of the Brethren, Civitan Club, and member and former president of Occupational Services, Inc. all in Chambersburg. He and his wife volunteered with American Red Cross. Dave enjoyed going camping, square dancing, watching sports, and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joanne L. Meyers who he married September 30, 1961; two sons, Douglas R. Meyers wife Jennifer of Lancaster, PA and Kent D. Meyers wife Holly of Chambersburg; three grandchildren Megan Bernath husband Tyler, Amber Meyers husband Evan Misal, and Brooke Meyers fiancé Kaden Hoover; one great-grandson Carson Bernath; two sisters-in-law, Mary and Kathy Meyers both of Iowa; and a number of nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters, Janet Gayman and Mildred Eller and seven brothers, Robert, Reuben, Roy, Martin, Daniel, Thomas, and John Meyers.
Services will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, October 21, 2026 in Chambersburg Church of the Brethren, 260 S. 4th Street, Chambersburg, PA 17201 with Pastor Mark Baliles officiating. Burial will follow in Parklawns Memorial Gardens, Chambersburg.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday evening in the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, 333 Falling Spring Road, Chambersburg, PA 17202 as well as one hour prior to the service in the church Wednesday morning.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Chambersburg Church of the Brethren at the above address or to Menno Haven Benevolent Fund online here.
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