Wayne H. Gainer, 73, of Lititz, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born November 8, 1935, in Lancaster County, he was a son of the late Clarence and Mary Gainer.

 Gainer was employed by Lititz Boro for over 40 years. He was a member of the Lititz VFW, Elstonville Sportsman's Association and the American Legion in Lititz. Wayne, "Snook", was a very independent individual who always had a trick up his sleeve and was quick with a joke (although some of the jokes were kind of corny). He loved both being around people and doing things for people (the folks from the Vet's can tell you that). He was a legendary Sauerkrautologist (most Lititz Sauerkraut lovers could tell you that.except for his rivals!).  Even though Gainer enjoyed agitating a body, he will be sorely missed by all that were close to him and loved him.

Mr. Gainer is survived by his son, Steven W., husband of Sally Gainer of Ronks; a daughter, Jennifer, wife of Ralph Wilhelm of Harrisburg; five brothers: Russell Gainer of East Petersburg, Melvin Gainer, Sr. of Manheim, Charles Gainer of Rexmont, Wendell Gainer of Lititz, and Gene Gainer of New Hampshire; three sisters: Lucille Haldeman, Sandy Elliott, Rebecca Donlin all of Lititz; and three grandchildren: Jonathan, David, and Ian. He was preceded in death by three sisters: Grace Gainer, Constance Wise and Thomasena Grossman.

Funeral Services will take place on Monday, March 9, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. from the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, with Rev. David Kreider officiating. A viewing will take place from 6-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please send a charitable contribution in Wayne's name to Lititz VFW Post 1463. Arrangements by the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel. To send an online condolence please visit: www.snyderfuneralhome.com