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Donald Paul Platt, 71

January 10, 2015

Donald Paul Platt, 71, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at the Hershey Medical Center. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Ira and Esther (Striggle) Platt. Donald was the husband of Shirley A. (Hardnele) Platt.
Donald was employed by Gerhart Coffee Company for over 54 years. He was a member of CYAA, Crusaders Midget Football Asso., the “original” Catholic High Carnival Committee, Loyalty Day Festival Committee, St. Joseph’s Carnival Committee and the Knights of Columbus Council 6810. Both, the late Chuck Pletcher and Donald coached the St. Anne’s Girls Basketball Team for 35 years. He was a longtime member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church.
Donald was also an avid hunter and outdoorsman.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Shirley, Donald is survived by 2 daughters, Jessica Seagraves, companion of John Sears, and Stephanie Sheaffer, wife of Bart; 5 grandchildren: Carolyn, Zachary, Elissa, Nigel and Simone; 2 great-grandchildren: Elijah and Jetta; 3 sister-in-laws: Doris Platt (the late James), Glora Platt (the late Morris) and Patricia Wolf, wife of Charles (the late Raymond); and many nieces and nephews.
Donald was preceded in death by 7 brothers: Benjamin, Richard, Chester, James, Edward, Raymond and Morris.
A viewing will take place from 6-8 PM on Friday, January 16, 2015 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Road, Lancaster, PA 17601. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to Crusaders Youth Activities Association, St. Anne Catholic Church, c/o Patrick Henry, 108 East Liberty Street, Lancaster, PA 17602.

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January 14, 2017

It has been two years and I read the condolences every year — Donald P.(Paul) was a very  kind and gentle sole like his mother(Esther) . He loved life and I know he loved me.. He was so proud and loved his two beautiful girls! And they  were perfect , he felt so blessed I used to tell him , the children and I are blessed to be in your life!!! I can still feel his presence  around me . I thank God very Nite for Don Paul.
 
 

January 20, 2015

My sincere sympathy goes out to Shirley and the family.  Paul touched my heart in a special way and will never be forgotten!  What a special man.  I am so glad I had the pleasure of getting to know him.  May he rest in peace now with all his brothers and longtime friend. 
Sandy – Prime Time 

January 17, 2015

Dear Shirley and family, praying God will envelope you with His Peace and Grace. Blessings, Cassandra and Paul Mimidis. 

January 16, 2015

Uncle Donny will not be forgotten just as his 7 brothers will not be forgotten.  I hope you meet with all your brothers, and also the basketball team in heaven that many wrote about.  Christmas here in Germany was not the same as home, where a Jolly Good guy played Santa for my Daughter until we move here.  That was just one of many things that will keep his spirit living.  Uncle Donny, you be very much missed here on earth, but hopefully when it is my turn to go, My Dad, you & the rest of the family are there to great me. To Shirley, Jessy, Steph & the rest of the family, my condolence goes out to you in this hard time. Trust me, he is in a much better place, and knowing him, if able, he is looking down on all of you now and watching over you.  You will always have a gaurdian Angel looking over all of you. Sorry I am not in the country to attend, but my heart and thoughts will be with all you.  Dirk,Andrea & Nina Platt

January 15, 2015

Shirley and family, 
We are saddened to learn of Don’s passing. We were just asking about him at the Christmas dinner. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Ben & Kathy Law

January 15, 2015

Aunt Shirley, Jessica and Stephanie, I am so very sorry for your loss. Uncle Donny was the last of the brothers and I am sorry that he is gone, I will always remember fondly the family gatherings when the cousins were young. He was a great man and will be missed by so many. My heart hurts for you.  Patti Colyer

January 14, 2015

sypathy and love to you all platts .wow uncle ray had lots of brothers. celebrate  his life and legacy of all the servantude toward others. how great thou art .to god be the glory great things he hath done  love in christ,mrs.kyra dobler

January 14, 2015

I have such wonderful memories of C team basketball practice with the faint smell of coffee!! Such a great man who will be missed greatly!!
Megan Zimmerman Roth 

January 14, 2015

To Donnie’s Family,
     Sorry to hear of your loss. Although I haven’t seen Donnie’s family in some time, I know in my heart that he was an carrying husband, father, grandfather,uncle and friend to every one he met.  RIP.        Sherry Reynolds

January 14, 2015

So very sorry the great loss. Always knew you could count on a complement and kind words with Paul. Love to all of you and our loving sympathy, Sharron (Nolt) & Tom Gilbert and sons

January 14, 2015

Steph and family –
It was an honor to have met your father, and although it had been many years since I had seen him I remember his compassion and kindness.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
– Terry (Boyle) Kraft

January 14, 2015

Dear Jessica,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  Please know that he will be watching over you from above.  I hope that you find comfort and peace in his name.
With sincerest sympathy, Kim Keith

January 14, 2015

Mr. Platt was more than just a coach. I have had coaches come and go throughout my years of attempting sports – I’ve always loved them, never so good in the actual playing of them however. But he and Mr. Pletcher were special. They’ve watched me grow up since the fifth grade and have helped shape the person I am today. Mr. Platt was undoubtbly the kindest, most giving, most gentlehearted person you could ever meet. Heaven has truly gained an angel and he and Mr. Pletcher are finally coaching together once more. I am sorry I will not be able to attend the services this weekend, but know my heart and thoughts are with each and every one of you there. He was an amazing man, thank you for sharing him with us.
 
Char Grimm

January 14, 2015

Sincere sympathy from Joe and Henrietta. The loss of a father, husband, and granddad is truly devastating to those left behind, but always remember that he is in a better place and will live on in your hearts.

January 13, 2015

Keeping you in our prayers.   Sally and Dick McClain

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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Lititz, PA 17543
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