Carl S. Usner, 89, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born on February 22, 1937, in Durlach, Pennsylvania, Carl was raised in the Mt. Airy area as one of nine children in a large and loving family and was a son of the late Harry and Salinda (Shealer) Usner. Carl was also the loving husband of Carole A. (Youndt) Usner for 62 years. 

Throughout his life, Carl demonstrated a strong work ethic; working in the construction field for decades and eventually starting his own painting and wall covering business. His military service is a proud chapter of his life. A U.S. Army veteran, Carl earned distinction as a pitcher for the U.S. Army All Star Touring Team, highlighting his athletic talents and dedication to service. His love for baseball was evident early on, having coached and played in the Lebanon Valley league and later giving back to the sport by coaching softball at the former Zinn's Park league. Carl also enjoyed baseball off the mound as he cheered on the Philadelphia Phillies. In addition to baseball, he was an avid league bowler at Dutch Lanes. He was a passionate outdoorsman. A testimony to his deep love for hunting and fishing, he was a proud member of the East Fork Rod & Gun Club in Potter County for over 70 years. He was active in the Cocalico Sportsman's Association where he volunteered as a cook, and he participated in the Reamstown Athletic Association. Carl was a longtime member of Mellinger's Lutheran Church. He was an outgoing individual who possessed a naturally affable humor and a spirited, competitive nature. He enjoyed trivia and could easily name all 67 counties in Pennsylvania along with numerous baseball facts. Other interests included following the oldies group - The Mudflaps. His devotion to family extended beyond his love for his wife, children, and grandchildren to his many nieces and nephews. He enjoyed family trips to the mountains, Maine, and out West. His warmth, enthusiasm, and positive attitude will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who had the privilege to know him. 

In addition to his wife, Carl is survived by two children, Christine L. Ward (Douglas) of Sinking Spring and Christopher S. Usner (Elizabeth) of Ephrata; grandchildren, Shannon, Connor, Ryan, Keara, Kaelyn, Taylor, and Brandon; siblings, Harold Usner, Pauline Martin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Salinda (Shealer) Usner, and siblings Mary Lou Weaver, Esther Fuehrer, Ruth DeVerter, Galen Usner, Russell Usner, and Eugene Usner. 

Services will be private to the family. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions are appreciated to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, www.stjude.org/donate or East Fork Sportsman’s Club, 1061 East Fork Rd., Austin, PA 16720.

Cremation arrangements by Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc. of Reamstown (Stevens), www.goodfuneral.com