Brian E. Witmyer, 57, of Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2014, at his residence.

He was born in Lancaster to the late Eugene and Nancy Ann (Leonard) Witmyer.

Brian was a 1976 graduate of Ephrata High School. He was an avid fisherman, birdwatcher and falconer. He loved looking for arrowheads, was a lifelong Eagles and 76ers fan. Brian was loved by everyone who knew him. He was always ready with a wise crack.

He is survived by his favorite person on earth, his nephew, Marcus Rivers; step-mother, Shirley Witmyer; 4 siblings, Kathy L. Steffy, Randy G. Witmyer, Kim E. Farlow, Carla J. Stark, with whom he resided and numerous nieces and nephews,.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.