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Theodore “Ted” J. Gottwald, 81

January 09, 2017

Theodore “Ted” J. Gottwald, 81, of Lititz, PA, passed away on January 9, 2017 at Maple Farm Nursing Center surrounded by his family. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Theodore and Mary (Grieger) Gottwald. Ted was the faithful husband to Geraldine “Gerry” M. (Schwartz) Gottwald and together they shared 48 years of happy marriage.
Ted retired as an Electrical Engineer from Lockheed Martin. He built a live model steam locomotive called Catawatha. Ted spent many hours constructing his intricate train layout, which he designed himself and in which he took much pride. He enjoyed hiking and traveling with his wife and two daughters, as well as gardening vegetables. Ted was a volunteer at Lititz Springs Park (Caboose), where he helped train enthusiasts from all over the country and the world. He was a very former Eucharistic Minister at Our Lady Of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Moorestown NJ.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Gerry, are two daughters: Regina Gottwald and Maria Orrs, wife of Andrew; one grandson, Alfred Orrs; and a sister, Mary Ann Reynolds, wife of Lawrence.
A viewing will be held from 6-8 PM followed by a Prayer Service at 8 PM on Friday, January 13, 2017 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Saturday January 14, 2017, with a viewing prior to the service from 10-11 AM at St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Ave, Lititz, PA 17543. Ted will be laid to rest at 11 AM on Monday, January 16, 2017 at Witness Park in Lititz PA.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Oblate Development Fund, Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, P.O. Box 87, Childs, MD 21916 or to Food for the Poor, Inc., 6401 Lyons Rd, P.O. Box 979002, Coconut Creek, FL 33097.

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Condolences to the Family

January 19, 2017

Dear Gerri and family, 
My condolences to you on the passing of Ted, husband, father and grandfather. So thankful we know he is at peace in the presence of our Savior Jesus.
I think of you often. I don’t know how to contact you, so call me if you can.  717-473-6615
With Sympathy and Prayers, Sharon Yoder

January 13, 2017

Dear Regina – My thoughts are with you and your family and for fond remembrances of your Dad.  Take good care of your Mom and yourselves during this sorrowful time. 
Christine Baranak
 

January 12, 2017

Dear Gerri and Family, I am so sorry for your loss.  I am praying for your comfort and peace.
Lori Breisch (Lititz Rec Center)

January 12, 2017

Dear Regina and Family,  so sorry to hear the loss of your dad.  My thoughts are with you and your family.
Heather Leibensperger

January 11, 2017

Dear Gerri, Regina, Maria and Alfred
No words to tell you how sorry we are to hear of your loss.  Though we knew, it does not alleviate the pain in our hearts.  I will talk with you soon, Gerri, but til then, please know you are in our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers.  May God grant you the peace, strength and courage only He can give.  Love, Fran and Ed Fritsch

January 11, 2017

Maria, Andy and family,
Our sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your father. May the Lord comfort and guide you.
Mike and Sharon Redcay

January 11, 2017

Maria & Andy and family,
Mike and I send our sympathy. May the Lord comfort and keep you.

January 10, 2017

Dear Gerri and family,
Fred and I are so sorry for the loss of your dear husband.  I know your family will miss him very much.
Sherrie and Fred Heyse

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Friday, January 13, 2017
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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Saturday, January 14, 2017
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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505 Woodcrest Ave,
Lititz, PA
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Saturday, January 14, 2017
11:00 AM
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505 Woodcrest Ave,
Lititz, PA
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