Harold Lloyd Pyle, Jr.

Harold L. Pyle, Jr. (73), of Williamstown, passed away peacefully at home on October 7, 2024. 

He was born on June 29,1951, in Somerset, PA to Harold L. Pyle, Sr. and Adelene Mary (Fisher) Pyle. He was the oldest son of seven children.

Harold worked as an underground coal miner after which he joined the army as a diesel tech. He retired as a Sergeant First Class from the US Army after 28 years of honorable service, including a combat tour in Iraq. Harold was an active member of Williamstown Lion's Club. Harold enjoyed bowling, playing cards, watching old cowboy movies and practicing his banjo as a founding member of the Ridge Row Band. 

He was an avid recycler. He especially loved his two faithful companions, Brix and Sparky. 

Harold is survived by his wife, Carol; three sons: Michael (Michelle), Marshall (Bree), Wesley (Arun): four daughters; Lindsey (Tim), Angie (Josh), Jamy, and Jackie(Dave); the mother of his children (JoAnne Miller), 17 grandchildren ; Brad, Ashley, Erika, Katie, Zach, Ryley, Tyler, Dakota, Taylor, Braydon, Bella, Maxton, Mallory, Marielle, Mya, Lilly and Alaina; one sister: Dorinda Bowser, five brothers: Charlie(Penny), Dennis (Carolyn), David (Sandy), Jeffrey (Debbie) and Gregory (Sara); many nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Doug; and a daughter, Erin.

A celebration of Harold’s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 26, at the Williamstown Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Elizabeth Campbell-Maleke officiating.