Gary Kistler

Gary "Spike" Kistler, died after a short illness on November 18, 2025, at the age of 72.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kimberly Burd Kistler; brother and best friend, Patrick Kistler, his wife Celeste Walker Kistler; sister-in-law, Roberta McCahan, and brother-in-law, Robert Burd his wife Francine; uncle, Richard Kistler; his aunts, Silvia Kistler and Gloria Schott; and nieces and nephews Jacob Kuhns, Robert Burd Jr. "B.J.", and Elizabeth Pacella; and his dog and constant companion Corky.

For four decades, Gary dedicated himself to his work, first as a member of the Labor Union and then as a carpenter with Carpenter Construction.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Frank “Bud” Kistler and Patricia Schott Kistler.

Gary was a Lifetime Social Member of the VFW Post 33 in Greensburg and a member of the Lobo camp and an avid hunter and fisherman.

No services will be held at Gary’s request.

Arrangements entrusted to the Snyder-Green Funeral Home Ligonier Pa