Sheldon T. 'Bernie' Abernethy, 64, of 2710 West Washington Street Bradford, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016 at his residence.
Born November 26, 1951 in Bradford, he was the son of the late Paul Bernard and Mary Ellen (Sheldon) Abernethy.
He was a 1969 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
After high school, he worked for Loblaw's for a time.
He was drafted into the U.S. Army on February 1, 1971. He served during the Vietnam Conflict and was awarded The National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal and Sharpshooter. He was honorably discharged January 31, 1973.
Upon returning to Bradford, he began working for the United States Post Office as a clerk, retiring in 2009 after many years of service.
Bernie was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman. He loved to ice fish, play Euchre and was a voracious Dallas Cowboys Fan.
He is survived by two sisters, Karol L. Erickson, of Warren and Susan E. Abernethy, of Bradford; five nieces and nephews, Ed Snider, Michelle Snider, Melody Snider, John Paul (Susan) Piganelli and Meredith (Karla) Piganelli and six great nieces and nephews, William, Geneva, Thomas, Kera, Evan and Andrew.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
At the request of the family, there will be no public visitation. A celebration of Bernie's life will be held at a time and date to be announced. Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to The American Heart Association, The Wounded Warrior Project or to the charity of the donor's choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com