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Seibert Coy Strait 1941-2025

Seibert Coy Strait, 84, of Buck Valley, PA, passed away on October 15, 2025, at home under the care of hospice and CRI.

Seibert Coy Strait
Seibert Coy Strait

Seibert was born on August 8, 1941, at home in Buck Valley, PA, the son of the late Coy and Julia Cutchall Strait of Buck Valley, PA.

Seibert married Norma Jean Sigel on September 16, 1959, in Hancock, MD.

Seibert was a life-long dairy farmer, retiring in 2019. He enjoyed hunting, watching sports and spending time with his family.

Seibert is survived by his wife of 66 years, Norma Jean Strait of Buck Valley, PA, his four sons, Warren (husband of Terra) of Buck Valley, PA, Kevin (husband of Miquela) of Pagosa Springs, CO, Darrin (husband of Sandy) of Buck Valley, PA and Scott Strait of Buck Valley, PA; three grandsons, Anthony and Logan (sons of Warren), and Cole (son of Kevin); one granddaughter, Hailee (wife of Taylor) Strait-Bishop (daughter of Darrin); and one great grandson, Hudson Bishop (son of Hailee). Seibert is also survived by one brother, David (husband of Nancy) and one sister, Barbara (wife of Rod).

Seibert is preceded in death by his parents, Coy and Julia Strait, and two brothers, Grover and Chalmer Strait.

A celebration of life service will be held at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grane Hospice, 115 Union Ave, Altoona, PA 16602 or CRI. The family would like to thank both organizations for all their help.

The family has entrusted Seibert’s care to Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home in McConnellsburg, PA.

Online condolences may be expressed at the funeral home’s website.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Seibert, please visit the floral store.


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