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Lawrence L. Herb Jr. 1940-2026

Lawrence L. Herb Jr. (Larry), 85, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away at home on June 2, 2026.

Lawrence L. Herb Jr.
Lawrence L. Herb Jr.

Born August 24, 1940 in Shamokin, PA, he was the son of the late Lawrence L. Herb Sr. and Julia (Ellis).

He was preceded in death by his wife Catharine (Symmonds), his brother Robert and grandchild, Nikki. 

After graduating from Shamokin High School he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps serving from May 1959 until his discharge in April 1963. Upon military discharge, Larry enlisted with the Pennsylvania State Police and served as a State Trooper for 27 years. 

Larry enjoyed Golf, watching sports and fishing with his grandchildren. 

He is survived by his sons, David of Carlisle, PA, John of Highpoint, NC (wife Tamara), sisters, Carol Ellis of Shamokin, PA, Judy Wesloskie of Dalzell, SC, six grandchildren, Megan of Fort Loudon, PA, Sarah of Chambersburg, PA, Noelle and Maddie of Carlisle, PA, Lauren and Hayley of High Point, NC, and great-grandson Rowan of Chambersburg, PA. 

Funeral will be held on June 11, 2026. Attendees are asked to arrive at Sellers Funeral Home by 10:30 am and the procession will move to Parklawns Memorial Gardens for the graveside service. 

Condolences may be expressed at the funeral home’s website.

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