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Jeffrey Kirk Weitzel, 52

Jeffrey Kirk Weitzel, 52, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at his home in Holtwood. He would have been married to Penny L. Shumake Weitzel for 30 years in November. Born in West Grove, he was the son of Tom Weitzel of Landisville and the late Ann Caldwell Weitzel.

Jeff graduated from Oxford High School and worked for various firms as a boiler engineer and natural gas pipeline inspector. He was a member of Oxford Lodge #353 F. & A.M. and attended New Providence Baptist Church. He enjoyed motorcycling, golfing and BBQ’s.

Surviving in addition to his wife and father are his daughter Ashley, wife of Christopher Stringer and granddaughter Madison of Holtwood, and his brother Rodney, husband of Denise Weitzel of Ephrata. Jeff’s son Jeffrey Ryan “Whitey” died in 2008 and his brother Chris died in 2009.

A Viewing will take place 10-11 AM Saturday, April 30th, and the Funeral at 11 AM, with Pastor Ron Rush officiating, at New Providence Baptist Church, 2411 Beaver Valley Pike, New Providence, PA. Private Interment. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Jeff’s memory to Lebanon Rescue Mission, 439 S. 6th St., Lebanon, PA 17042. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100

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July 18, 2019

Its chris weitzel  jr. I know  kirk died in 2011 but i was thinking about him. Love you  all

Dear Penny,
Our heart goes out to you and Ashley at this sad time. There aren’t any words to express are sorrow but  Know  that he is with Whitey and not alone.  God bless you. 
Ed and Cathy Galante

Penny and Ashley,

My thoughts and prayers are with you both,  I am so sorry for your loss.  I love you both very much.  I wish i could be there to give you hug and show support.  Your family is on our heart and we send you both our love.

Stephanie and Richard

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