Brian Martin Felten Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Brian Martin Felten, 51, of Cumberland, MD, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at his residence, on Monday, June 2, 2014. Born on January 16, 1963, he was the son of the late Evelyn F. Dick Beck and Martin Curtis Felten. He is survived by his cousin, Barb Toth Moskala of Fayette City, and many distant cousins, as well as his best friend of 45 years, John Dignan and the entire Dignan family. Another special, long-time friend whom he met at work, Kim Hughes, described Brian as a “gentle soul”. Also left to miss him terribly are his “cat family” Lizzie, T.J., Noah and Midnight. Brian graduated from Allegheny High School in 1981 and has worked at the Cumberland Times News since then. Beginning as a newspaper delivery person, he moved to the mailroom where he was employed until his death. Brian loved his hometown and was an expert in the history of Cumberland. He was a passionate collector of rare, old beer cans, having accumulated a very large display. Cremation was handled by the Ferguson Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., (724.929.5300) 700 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. Memorial Contributions may be made in Brian’s name directly to the funeral home or Donations may be made to the Diabetes Foundation.

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Brian Martin Felten

January 16, 1963 - June 2, 2014