Obituaries
J. Emory Plank, 90
J. Emory Plank, 90, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2010 at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community. Born and raised in Bird-in-Hand, Pa., he was the son of the late John S. and Clara (Bachman) Plank. Emory was the husband of the late Shirley (Bitzer) Plank who died in 2007.
Emory proudly served his country in the United States Army 179th Infantry 2nd Battalion during WWII. He was awarded a Purple Heart during his service. Emory was employed by Neuhauser Store, in Bird-in-Hand, Rapps Gas Station, Miller Brothers Vending, and most recently Servomation Vending. At one point Emory owned and operated his own Garage, Planks Service Station. He enjoyed working in the yard, antiquing, friendship, going out to breakfast, and Achenbach Long Johns. Emory attended Bird-in-Hand Methodist Church
and St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church.
Emory is survived by 2 sons; John E. companion of Dawn of Lancaster, and Stephen J. husband of Frances of Lancaster. 3 granddaughters; Ashleigh, Katy, and Gloriann. A great granddaughter; Cheyenne. 2 sisters; Mary Fritz and Ruth Herr both of Lancaster. A brother in law; Jack Bitzer husband of Nancy of Lancaster. 4 sisters in law; Margaret Koser wife of Eugene of Lancaster, Nancy Groff of Leola, Mary Kay Hensel of Ephrata, and Linda Mellot wife of Rodney of Fl. And numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
The Plank family would like to thank Davita Dialysis, Quarryville Presbyterian Nursing Home, Evergreen Estates, and Hospice of Lancaster County for all of their support and care for Emory and his family.
A Christian Prayer Service will be held Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at 11 a.m. the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, 414 E. King St., Lancaster 17602. Family and friends will be received Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at the funeral home from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. and again on Wednesday before the service from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Kidney Foundation of Central PA, Suite 101, Old Liberty Square, Harrisburg, PA 17109 or Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. To send an online condolence or for more information please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com
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John and Steve, "when someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure".
Your Dad (and Mom)were both treasures in my heart. It is sad he has left us here on earth before Cheyenne really got the to know the kind person he truly was. But I know he is very happy now that he has rejoined the love of his life, Shirley.
Hoping the many, many happy memories of him (and your mother) can carry you through these difficult days and feel good that you were able to accept his wishes to die with dignity. I know Emory (and Shirley) were very proud of both of you and are both smiling in heaven looking down at both of you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Deb and Sam Sterkenberg
