Obituaries

Thomas E. Beiter, 86, of Danville, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Grandview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Danville, PA. He was born on January 13, 1939, in Williamsport, PA, the son of the late Paul E. and Edith E. (Greevy) Beiter.

Tom graduated from St. Mary’s High School, Williamsport, PA in 1956.

He served his country with honor in the United States Army.

He was married to the love of his life, Letitia (Williams) Weaver Beiter for 34 years. They were married November 10, 1990.

Tom was a dedicated self-employed retailer, opening Beiter’s Department Store in 1977. He dedicated many years to his work, always thriving in the hustle and bustle of his business while connecting with people. His infectious laugh and warm personality illuminated every room he entered. He was known for his humble demeanor and selfless spirit, always putting others before himself. Tom found joy in handing out popcorn to the children of Liberty Valley Elementary School, a simple gesture that brought smiles to their faces. He had a special gift for seeing the beauty in little things and shared that joy with everyone around him. A respected leader in the Danville community, he enjoyed serving on many boards.

Tom's adventurous spirit took him across the globe—from the enchanting streets of Rome to the sandy shores of Ocean City, New Jersey. He had a remarkable zest for life, always ready for a new journey, whether by airplane or train. His love for playing cards, especially pinochle and Uno, became a cherished activity among family and friends. Family meant the world to Tom. He took immense joy in spending quality time with his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandson. They were his pride and joy, and he treasured every moment shared with them.

He was a long-time parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Danville.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Tom was a wonderful father and stepfather to Thomas Beiter and his wife Kathi, Corinne Lyons, Glen Weaver, Carla Raup and Cynthia “Cindy” Weaver, all of Danville. He is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson as well as one brother Paul H. Beiter of Williamsport, and one sister, Jeanne West of Santa Barbara, CA. Tom is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Ann (Naughton) Beiter; two stepchildren, Susan Weaver and Carl “Doug” Weaver; one stepson in-law, Dan Lyons; one stepdaughter in-law, Lorraine Weaver as well as one brother, Robert W. Beiter, and one sister, Kathryn (Sister Paula Marie SCC) Beiter.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 1:00PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 68 Center Street, Danville, PA with Father Kenneth Roth as celebrant. Friends will be received from 11:00AM-12:45PM in St. Hubert’s Chapel. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Danville, PA.

The family will provide flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Giving Foundation, and please note, In Memory of Thomas E. Beiter, 725 West Front Street, Berwick, PA 18603 or online at Community Giving Foundation which will be utilized to establish scholarships funds for Danville High School Students.

Arrangements are under the direction of Visneski Funeral Home, Inc 42 West Mahoning Street Danville PA 17821. www.visneski.com.