Raymond G. Kneisley, Jr., 83

August 05, 2016

Raymond G. Kneisley, Jr., 83, of Lancaster passed away Friday August 5, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Raymond G. Kneisley, Sr. and Rosabelle (Bouder) Kneisley. He was the loving husband of Shirley A. (McKelvey) Kneisley with whom he shared over 58 years of marriage.
He worked for Warner/Lambert Pharmaceutical Co. from 1956-1995 retiring after 39 years.
Ray served in the US Navy aboard the USS New Jersey during the Korean War.
He enjoyed his weekly family Sunday dinners and all family events. He enjoyed attending children’s sporting events and following college and professional football. Ray played slow pitch softball into his late 40’s and also bowled. Along with his wife, he camped over a lifetime with family and friends, fished and traveled across the US and were “snow birds” who loved the warm winters. He also belonged to several dance clubs, played lots of games and enjoyed volunteering at St. Anne’s and the landscaping committee in FL.
Above all he was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Country Meadows staff and Grane Hospice for their loving care and devotion that was given to Ray.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Raymond G. Kneisley, III husband of Debra (Raup) of Conestoga and a daughter, Karen Caplinger wife of Jay of Lancaster. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Brynne Young wife of Aaron, Melissa and Shawn Kneisley, Brendan Caplinger as well as a great grandchild on the way. Also surviving is a sister, Jane Aspril wife of Robert of Lancaster and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings, June Horst and John Geltz.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10AM on Friday, August 12, 2016 at St. Anne Catholic Church, 929 N. Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602. Interment to follow in Conestoga Memorial Park. Friends will be received one hour prior to the mass at the church on Friday. In lieu of flowers a donation to St. Anne Catholic Church in Ray’s memory would be appreciated.