James Wayne Sechler

James Wayne Sechler, 78, Somerset, died Nov. 26, 2021 at Somerset In Touch Hospice House. Born Aug. 30, 1943 in Somerset, son of Fay and Margaret (Barron) Sechler. Preceded in death by parents, brothers: Edgar, Calvin and Ronald Sechler, and sisters: Maxine Leventry, Jane Cilli-Stephan and Wilma Mostoller. Survived by his wife of 54 years the former Peggy Marteeny; son Brett (Yvonne) Sechler, Haymarket, VA; grandson Chace; granddaughter Emma; and sister Kay Heist. He was a graduate of Somerset High School and served in the National Guard. He was retired from dairy farming in partnership with his cousin Brad Winters. Member of Friedens Lutheran Church. Jim loved farming, hunting, baseball, bowling, and going to high school sporting events. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Friday at Friedens Lutheran Church. Rev. John Barichivich officiating. Interment Somerset Co. Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers contributions may be given to Friedens Lutheran Church, 131 S. Main St., Friedens, PA 15541. Arrangements entrusted to Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com