|
 Vincent
J. Luta, 85, of Lancaster, waltzed into Heaven surrounded by the
love of his caring family and Hospice staff, on Friday evening,
July10th at the Essa Flory Hospice Center.
Vince was the
husband of Agnes J. Rovinski Luta, with whom he celebrated 62
dedicated years of marriage. Born in Atlas, PA, Vince was the son
of the late Vincent and Antoinette Derwinski Luta.
He retired
from Fuller Company, Manheim in 1988 after working 33 years as a
machinist. He served as the financial secretary for Local 1778 of
the Machinist's Union for 15 years. Vince was a 55 year member of
St. Anthony of Padua
Catholic
Church, where he
 served
as an usher for 25 years.
Vince enjoyed
life and cherished his family. He was an avid storyteller capable
of turning a simple tale into one of wonder and humor. Dancing and
music was an important part of his life. He and Agnes were charter
members of the Dutchland Polkateers, providing presentations of
their polka abilities and members of the Lebanon Polka Pals, St.
John Neumann's Senior Club, and the Polish Cultural Club of Mt.
Carmel, PA.
Vince spent
his 21 years of retirement enjoying travel throughout the United
States and had an opportunity to visit the Polish homeland of his
parents. Vince also enjoyed the time he spent in his wood shop.
There are many less homeless birds today due to his birdhouse
making talent.
A US Army
veteran of World War II, Vince served as an anti-tank gunner and
corporal in the Battle of the Bulge and in the European Theater.
During his service time, he received, among other commendations,
the Bronze Star Medal and the Combat Infantry Badge.
In addition to
his wife, he is survived by his children: Vince R. married to Lynn
of Hopeland, PA, Francis T. married to Diane of Brownstown, Diana
married to Jim Koller of Marietta, and Christine E. married to
Chance Miller of Lancaster; his 10 grandchildren, Nathan, Ian,
Kendra, Izaak, Jonathon, Caitlyn, Caitlin, Luke, Madison, and
Sidney; his two great grandchildren Raya Jane and Lennox Vincent;
a sister, Bertha Long of Shamokin and a brother Leonard Luta of
Mt. Carmel.
Friends will
be received on Monday from 7-9PM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral
Home, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA, with a Christian Prayer
Service at 8:15PM. On Tuesday, a Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated at 1PM at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 501 E.
Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602 with the Rev. Daniel Mitzel as
Celebrant. Interment in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of
flowers, please make contributions in his memory to St. Anthony of
Padua Catholic Church or to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good
Dr., Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send an online
condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com |
