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Donald J. Bitzer, 67

Donald J. “Butch” Bitzer, 67, of Manheim, passed away, Saturday, January 24, 2008. Born in E. Lampeter Twp., he was the son of the late Clarence and Margaret (Sullivan) Bitzer.

Donald was employed by Lancaster Malleable Casting for 22 years as a fork lift operator. He attended St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Butch was an avid Philadelphia Phillies and Hershey Bears fan.

Donald is survived by a brother; John S. Bitzer of Lancaster. 4 sisters; PeggyE. Koser wife of H. Eugene of Lancaster, Nancy L. Groff of Leola, Mary K. Hensel of Ephrata, and Linda E. Mellott wife of Rodney N. of FL. And several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a sister; Shirley A. Plank.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association, N. Progress Ave., Suite 101, Harrisburg, PA 17110

A Christian Prayer Service will be held Friday, January 30, 2008 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home 414 E. King St. Lancaster 17602 at 11 a.m. Family and Friends will be received before the service at the funeral home from 10-11 a.m. Interment will follow the service at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. To send an online condolence or for more information please visit snyderfuneralhome.com

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Condolences on behalf of myself and Don’s many friends at Lancaster Malleable Castings Co, where Don was one of the most loyal and reliable members of our organization for over twenty-two years.
Bob Hess
Former CEO

We were so sorry to hear about Donald. He was a very nice person and we will miss him.
Sincerely,
His Dental Office
Dr.Jennifer Po,D.M.D. & Staff

I am so sorry to read of Don’s passing…he was such a loyal customer to me over the years, and a friend as well. I’m sure he will be missed by his family and friends.  I’m thankful to have known him. My sincere sympathy to   his family at this difficult time.
Donna L. Beam
Lancaster Nissan

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