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J. Harold Burkhart, 89
January 26, 2023
J. Harold Burkhart, 89, of Lancaster, passed away at home, Thursday, January 26, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born in East Petersburg, he was the son of the late Roy M. and Barbara B. (Buch) Burkhart. Harold was the husband of the late Anna (Thompson) Burkhart who preceded him in death in 2019.
Harold was the owner of Burkharts Furniture, Lancaster, from 1978-2004.
Harold was known for his love of God and love of his family. Harold’s example as a father, grandfather and great-grandfather is the legacy he leaves. Harold enjoyed Bluegrass Gospel and Country Music which he promoted for 20 years. He was a member of the Lititz Church of the Brethren and a lifetime member of the Gospel Music Association.
Harold is survived by his children: Richard L. Burkhart (Christie), Rhonda A. Gessner (Ronald), Roger E. Burkhart (Lisa), and Ronald M. Burkhart (Sharon); 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Harold was preceded in death by his sister, Lorraine Rohrer.
Memorial Services will be held at 7PM, Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at Lititz Church of the Brethren, 300 W. Orange St., Lititz, PA 17543. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Harold’s name to Lititz Church of the Brethren at the address above, or the Parkinson’s Foundation by visiting www.Parkinson.org.
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Condolences to the Family
April 13, 2023
I took care of this man for a year and loved him every minute of it. He was a caring, grateful, motivating man. I wish I hadn’t heard of his passing this way and this late, but I love your family, and I really hope you’ll heal and find light and love in this life.
Blessings to all of you.
Jasper
January 31, 2023
We Care Home Care Agency LLC and the Gbossou family would like to send our condolences, to the family of HAROLD Burkhart.
Best Regards, Shawna Gbossou
January 30, 2023
It is with great sadness that the Homegoing of your loved one will soon be celebrated.
The Burkhart Family is of special significance to me. We have enjoyed many years in the L-S School District. It has been a wonderful experience sharing and communicating, one with another. Your Grandfather and I became Facebook friends. It is of significance that your Grandmother and I shared the same maiden name…Thompson.
I hope to be present for the Memorial on Tuesday evening. Being the SPECIAL FAMILY that you are, I am bringing different kinds of WHOOPIE PIES to be shared by you all.
God’s Greatest BLESSINGS will continue to warm our hearts, as we continue to PRAY for OUR DEARLY BELOVED.❤️🎁
In Christ’s Abundant Love,
Rosemary Thompson Litz
January 29, 2023
We are so very sorry for your loss! Sending love and prayers!! Bonnie & Tom Brackbill
January 29, 2023
So sorry for your loss. He was a kind man. Always enjoyed seeing him when shopping for furniture. Keep your memories close to your heart.
Sharon Myers
January 29, 2023
He was a caring and loving person. No matter how i felt he always brought me happiness. Hope he gets those good cream filled doughnuts in heaven love you and miss ya a lot.
paula desper
- Services
- Tuesday, January 31, 2023
- 7:00 PM
- Lititz Church of the Brethren
- 300 W. Orange St
- Lititz, PA 17543
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