Kenneth "Ken" D. Irwin

Kenneth “Ken” D. Irwin, age 86, of Brookville, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Penn Highlands Jefferson Manor in Brookville, PA. Ken was born in Red Cliff, PA, on July 13, 1939, to the late Lawson D. and Sara B. (Hetrick) Irwin.

Ken attended East Forest High School in Marienville, PA and then served his country in the United States Army from 1963 to 1969, where he was stationed in Germany with the Tank Battalion.

Ken married his forever love, Barbara A. (Lachner) Irwin, on November 30, 1968, at the Gilfoyle Methodist Church in Marienville, PA; she survives. Their faith and commitment to each other remained a constant source of strength for over fifty-seven years.

Ken worked as a welder for Ti-Brook in Brookville, PA, for more than twenty-five years, before retiring in 2001. For several additional years, he cleaned and maintained the Rest Stop Areas.

For more than fifty years, Ken had been a dedicated member of the Sigel United Methodist Church in Sigel, PA, and regularly attended church every Sunday.

Ken was an avid bowler and participated in a bowling league. He also enjoyed playing his guitar and singing along. He had a strong affection for the outdoors whether he was camping or fishing.

Faith and family stood at the very center of his life. A beloved husband and friend, Ken will be remembered for his warmth, gentle humor, and friendly nature. His kindness and steady presence will remain forever in the hearts of those that loved him.

In addition to his wife Barbara, Ken is survived by one sister; Rosalie (Harold) Clemens of Sigel, PA; brother-in-law; John W. Lachner of NC; three nephews; Steve Clemens of Brookville, PA, Billy Lachner of Jamestown, NY, and Scott Matthew of MS; two nieces; Jennifer Pangallo of Reynoldsville, PA, and Tammy Lachner of Jamestown, NY; four great-nephews, three great-nieces; cousin; Connie Bradley of Spartansburg, PA;

In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by an infant brother; David; two nephews; James Clemens and Timothy Pangallo; brother-in-law; Thomas Lachner; and sister-in-law; Darlene Lachner.

Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 11 am -1 pm at the Carrier Funeral Home, 2834 Maplevale, Rd., Brookville, PA 15825. A funeral service will be held immediately following the viewing, also at the funeral home, beginning at 1:00 pm and officiated by Pastor Gary Sheesley. Military honors will follow the service and will be conducted by the Brookville Honor Guard.

Interment will take place privately at the Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Eldred Twp., Jefferson Co., PA. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carrier Funeral Home, 2834 Maplevale, Rd., Brookville, PA 15825. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Ken’s name to the donor’s choice. Please visit our website at www.carrierfh.com to find more information or place online condolences.

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