Obituary of Gregory Scott Orner

Gregory Scott Orner, 58, of State College, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.

Born May 7, 1966, in Johnstown, he was the son of the late Willis and Phyllis (Stanisloff) Orner. On June 22, 1991 he married Beth Ann Elias, who survives.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Kayla Orner of State College; and brother, Jeffrey Orner (Cheryl) of Reading, PA.

Gregory was a 1984 graduate of Richland High School who went on to earn his bachelor's in Business Management from the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown.

He spent over 20 years with Walmart, most recently as an academy facilitator where he taught new associates how to assist customers on the sales floor.

Being outdoors gave him great joy, especially camping and boating. He also enjoyed time spent taking rides on his motorcycle. Gregory was a car enthusiast who especially enjoyed working on his Dad's 1969 Chevy Impala.

He succumbed to cancer after a 3.5 year fight. His family will miss him dearly, along with his beloved dog, Buddy.

Visitation will be from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 28, 2024 at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton St., State College, PA.

Funeral Mass will be at 9:00 am, Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 820 Westerly Parkway, State College, with Father George Jakopac officiating.

Private Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org/donate and click on the tab for "in memory of someone's life" and enter Gregory Orner.

Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. Online condolences may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.