Eugene Paul Doden, 97, of Buffalo, died Sunday December 16, 2012 at Rebecca’s Manor, Everett.

Born July 27, 1915 in Burlington, IA; he was a son of the late John and Bertha (Hoelzen) Doden. He was also preceded in death by his wife Bette V. (Lane) Doden; and a son, Bruce E. Doden.

He is survived by daughters, Christine Doden and husband DaveClause, Falls Church, VA; Linda Clendening , Woodstock, VA; six grandchildren, Brad Greg, Jeff, Stephanie, Doug, and Tank; eight great grandchildren, Suzanne, Ben, Josh, Haley, Dylan, Zachary, Ray and Rori.

Mr. Doden retired from the United States Postal Service as a letter Carrier. He was also a farmer and drove truck and bus.

Friends will be received at the Harvey H. Zeigler Funeral Home, Inc., 169 Clarence Street, Hyndman on Wednesday From 1 to 2 p.m. where a funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Rev. Beverly Roscoe officiating.

Burial will follow at Milligan’s Cove Cemetery, Buffalo Mills, PA.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to South Central Blind Association, 202 S. Juliana St., Bedford, PA 15522.