Florence Arlene McCaslin, 89, of Runville, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021, at Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College. Born on May 20, 1932, in Boggs Township, she was the daughter of the late Paul L. and Edna M. Burd Bennett. Florence was married to her devoted husband, Allen F. McCaslin, was preceded in death in 2020.
Florence worked for the former Ames Department Store in State College. She was an active member of Freedom Life Church in Milesburg, formerly known as Milesburg Assembly of God Church.
She is survived by her six children: Terry (Nancy) McCaslin of Runville; Yvonne (Bob) Mongold of Mill Hall; Rosalie (Jim) Rossman of Milesburg; Rose Marie (Paul) Esenwine of Beech Creek; Gail (Earl) Leigey of Karthaus; and Lisa (Johnny) Blaylock of Snow Shoe. She is survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren along with extended family.
In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by a son, Allen L. McCaslin, four sisters: Anna McMillen, Stella Owens, Dorothy Crater, E. Jean Clouser; three brothers: Irvine Bennett, Paul M. Bennett, and Charles R. Bennett.
Florence enjoyed gardening and camping at Snow Shoe Campgrounds as well as their family camp at Black Moshannon State Park. More than anything else, she loved spending time with her family.
A public viewing will be held on Friday, June 4, 2021, from 10am until 11am, with funeral services immediately following visitation at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 206 N. Spring Street, Bellefonte with Pastor Eric Gerber officiating. There will be no graveside services; burial will be at Meyer Cemetery in Benner Township.
The family wishes to thank Mt. Nittany Medical Center, UPMC and Geisinger Home Health nurses and staff for taking excellent care of their mother.
Anyone wishing to make a donation in memory of our mother can send it to her church, Freedom Life Church, PO BOX 378, Milesburg, PA 16853
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.