LaVern E. “Vern” Couse, 64, of Lander, PA., died Monday afternoon, January 21, 2019 at Warren General Hospital Emergency Room after suffering an apparent heart attack. He was born May 18, 1954 in Jamestown, N.Y. Vern was a Lander, PA., resident most of his life and a 1973 graduate of Eisenhower High School. He was employed with the former National Forge Company as a boring foreman, retiring due to illness in 2002, after 32 years employment. He had served as a past Assistant Chief of the Lander Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of the Pinegrove Sportsman’s Club. Vern was an avid hunter and fisherman. His greatest joy in life was being a Papa to his grandchildren and numerous others.
Vern is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sonja Dyke Couse whom he married October 20, 1973 in Russell, PA., his mother, Marjorie Emerson Couse Larson of Warren, PA., 2 Sons – Jason L. Couse and wife, Christina of Ocean View, N.J., Justin M. Couse and wife, Cheyelle of Girard, PA., 1 Daughter – Shelly Darts and husband, Bob of Russell, PA., 3 Sisters – Maryetta Taylor and husband, Dan, Eva Alexander and husband, Terry, Debbie Blum.
10 Grandchildren – Garrett, Sierra, Justin “JJ” Darts, Owen, Lincoln, Elliette, Ryan, Jacie, Danika and Megan Couse.
Sister-in-law, Lona Lindvay and husband, Micheal of Warren, PA., 3 Brother-in-laws, Richard C. Dyke and wife, Ebeth of Russell, PA., Phillip L. Dyke and wife, Diane of Warren, PA., Terry L. Dyke of Seattle, WA., several nieces and nephews, his beloved and loyal dog, Buddy.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Couse, stepfather – Eric Larson, 1 Brother – Clarence Couse, 1 Sister – Delora Colucci.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. where a funeral service, will be conducted Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Todd Venman, Pastor of Wiltsie Community Church, officiating. Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Russell, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do through Lander Volunteer Fire Department, 4400 Miller Hill Road, Russell, PA., 16345 or a charity of one’s choice. E-mail condolences may be submitted by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Thoughts and prayers
Thank you Maryann for your thoughts and prayers.
Such a great friend. You will be missed but your memories will always be in our souls.
Thank you Donna, thank you for always being a great neighbor and thank you for sharing at the funeral.
When I hear the phrase, “it takes a village to raise a child,” know that you always come to mind as earning some credit for my upbringing, along with countless others you have guided along the way.
Thank you.
You will be greatly missed Uncle Vern i love you
Love and prayers to the family. He was a great caring person . Loved camping.
Mrs Couse, Justin and family ~ thinking of you at this sad time.
Sending thoughts and prayers to the entire family. A great man that will truly be missed.
Sending thoughts n condolances to your family.
Jason and family so sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family brother’s and sisters! If you need anything at all please don’t hesitate to ask!
Thank you Chuck!
So very sorry for your loss….
Sonja and Family, We’re sending deepest sympathies to all of you in Vern’s passing. He was an awesome man, so happy we connected with you both through the Fire Dept. We’ll keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Jason and family,
I am so sorry for your sudden loss.
– Bill
Thank you Bill!
To the entire Couse family….
Very sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Kevin Martin
Couse family,
I am so sorry to for you loss. Please accept my condolences.
Thank you Chris!
Jason and Family,
My condolences to the Couse family and friends. We are sorry for your loss.
Thank you Matt!
Sonja, Jason, Justin & Shelly,
There are no words that can remove this pain from your hearts. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you learn to live this new life.