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Richard “Rick” F. Stover, 66
May 09, 2014
Richard “Rick” F. Stover, 66, of Lancaster, died suddenly Friday, May 9, 2014 in his residence.
Born in Philipsburg, he was the husband of Judy Stover of Lancaster, and the son of the late Franklin and Frances (Klinger) Stover.
Rick was employed as a maintenance machinist for Pfizer for 29 years until his retirement in 2004. He was a member of Moose Lodge #2117, Palmetto, FL.
Of the Methodist faith, Rick was a man who was young at heart and loved a good laugh, the outdoors, and his hot rod. He was always doing for others, and he cherished his family, especially his grandchildren. Rick and Judy enjoyed traveling and spending time at their vacation home in Florida. He will be greatly missed by those whose lives he touched.
In addition to his wife of 40 years, he is survived by a daughter, Tammy Snavely of Lititz; a son, Jeffrey Richard Stover and his wife Mandy of Conestoga; 4 grandchildren: Meghan, Kelsey, Jordan, and Elizabeth; 2 sisters: Kathleen Stanley of Millersville and Gail Diviney of Philipsburg; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Nadine Kelley.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Friday, May 16, 2014 at Charles F. Snyder, Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 PM Thursday, May 15, 2014 at the funeral home, and again one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery.
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Condolences to the Family
May 16, 2014
Judy & Family,
So very sorry for your loss. My Dad & Rick shared many happy times & some disagreements too ;).I will always remember his quiet chuckle & smilw during his haircuts. Please stay strong during this difficult time.
My thoughts are with you & your family,
Michele Deckman Gerberich
May 13, 2014
I was a high school classmate of Ricks and am truly saddened to hear of his passing.I have good memories of sitting next to him in some classes at good old POAHS. He sure had a great sense of humor & was a terrific guy as well.
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to his wife and entire family.My prayers are for all of you to feel the loving arms of God and be comforted in your time of sorrow.
Sincerely and in sympathy,
Ruthanne(Richmond) Guyer
May 13, 2014
Jeff and family, I was so sorry to hear from Rhoda about your father’s passing.
I am keeping you all in my prayers and asking God to comfort your hearts.
Sincerely, Edna Lapp from Lapp Lumber
May 13, 2014
jeff sorry for the loss of your dad he was a great person i remember when we where young and our boy scout days with both our dads. i lost my dad 4 yrs ago hang in there it will get better as time goes on . matt yohn
May 12, 2014
Judy and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
He will be missed.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Donna Speece
May 12, 2014
A good man.I enjoyed working with Rick at Warner Lambert/Pfizer and sharing some laughs. Kenneth Shee
- Visitation
- Thursday, May 15, 2014
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Friday, May 16, 2014
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Friday, May 16, 2014
- 11:00 AM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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