Herndon, Pennsylvania - LuAnn Wetzel, 70, of Herndon, passed away Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, surrounded by her loving family after a fearless battle with cancer.

She was born Aug. 5, 1954, in Sunbury, a daughter of the late Ned and Marlene (Byerly) Long and the late Marvin Leitzel.

She was a 1972 graduate of Line Mountain High School and was a member of Saint Paul's UCC, Urban. She was a retired manager for American Eagle Outfitters.

Affectionately known to many as 'Mom' or 'Grammie', her passing leaves a tremendous hole in the hearts of all the people she touched. LuAnn used her career as a manager in various retail positions to help guide and mentor young people and help shape their futures. She was an avid fan of Penn State football and her beloved Pittsburgh Steelers who brought her so much joy but also the occasional anxiety. LuAnn's true joy in life was her family who she loved fiercely and passionately. Her annual holiday dinners and birthday picnics were a must for both family and friends, she always made sure no one left hungry. LuAnn's courageous battle with her illness was truly an inspiration. Her light and spirit will live on within all that loved her.

LuAnn is survived by her husband, Jeffry Wetzel; daughters, Angela Barninger (fiancé Brian), Jennifer Vargo (Brian), Shelly Gilbert (Bobby); son, Bradley Wetzel (Kennedy); grandchildren, Alexa Michaels, Ashlynn Bretz, Drew Barninger, Finley Wetzel, Owen Wetzel; great-grandchild, Hudson Michaels; and granddogs, Mason, Cooper, Archie; sister, Cheryl Bordner (Jeffrey); brother, James Leitzel (Tammy).

She was preceded in death by a brother, Craig Leitzel.

An open house to celebrate LuAnn's life will be held in the banquet room at the Best Western Plus, 7701 West Branch Highway, Lewisburg, from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. The Rev. George P. Heberling will speak briefly about LuAnn at 4 p.m. for those who would like to attend.

James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guestbook, or to post a picture of LuAnn, visit www.reedfh.com.