Obituaries
Earl Frederick Boots, Sr., 98
April 15, 1927 - May 13, 2025
Through many tears the family of Earl Frederick Boots, Sr. announce his passing on May 13, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 98 years of age. Earl was welcomed into the world on April 15, 1927, to Clarence E. and Harriet E. (Brodis) Boots, in Lancaster. He shared over 75 years of love, memories, and a beautiful family with his devoted wife, Mary Elizabeth (Curtis) Boots.
A dutiful husband, an inspiring father, a man who cherished his family, and a beacon to his community, were a few resounding qualities many remember Earl for. He was jovial and comedic by nature; always a jokester making others smile. His generous nature and warm spirit reflected in extending himself to those in his community, as well as visiting local nursing homes to uplift others and make them laugh.
Earl will be remembered by many as a pillar of his family and community. His love and legacy will live on in his wife Mary, their children, Earl F. “Papa” Boots, Jr. and Bonita B. Borden, wife of Willie, all of Lancaster, grandchildren, Nicole “Nick” Boots (Sorina) of Lancaster, Monique Boots (Greg Foster) of West Virginia, Lyndell Gjanci of Lancaster, and Aaron Kyle Potts of Lancaster, great-grandchildren, Nicole O’Shen Giebus (Cynthia) of Cochranville, N’Gai L. Brabham II, Briana N. Boots, and Bonita Gonzalez Boots, all of Lancaster, and his sisters, Lorraine F. Adams (Boots) of Pineville, NC, Yvonne L. Boots of Lancaster, and his only Godchild Kimberly L Williams.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Clarence B. Boots, Elwin W. Boots, Sr., Raymond A. Boots, Sr., Janet M. Christian, Beatrice J Cooper (Boots) and Theresa M. Mobley (Boots)
A Homegoing Celebration will be held in honor of Earl on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 beginning at 11 AM. The family welcome guests to a viewing from 9 AM until the time of service. Interment to follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to St. Jude’s and/or Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster.
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Condolences to the Family
May 31, 2025
Please accept my condolences and deepest sympathies for all those who lost their loved one. May Mr. Boots R.I.P.
Jerry Harnish
May 31, 2025
Mrs.Mary and Family!
My Deepest Sympathy 💐
Monica Williams
May 31, 2025
Sending sincere condolences and prayers to Mrs Mary, Earl, Bonnie and the the rest of the family for your loss. We have always considered the Boots as our extended family. From the Hightower family. (Carmita Loretta)
May 31, 2025
We love you Boots family! The Hinton Family! 💕🙏🏾
May 31, 2025
Sending my condolences to the Boots family and continual prayers. Blessings from Rosa Rosario- Herbert and family.
May 30, 2025
Extending Our Total Condolenes
Apryle Banks
May 29, 2025
To Miss Mary, Pappa, Bonnie, and to the family; sending my condolences with prayers. Love Florence Harrison Garnett and Family!
Florence Harrison Garnett
May 29, 2025
To The Boots Family I Send My Condolences 🙏 Sending Prayers to All Friend and Family.
Diana Mclemore
May 29, 2025
Condolences to the Family and may he RIP.
Charlie Hargrove Sr
May 28, 2025
Ms Mary ,Papa, Bonnie, Nick, Lyndell and Aaron May God give you Peace knowing that you all took great care of Mr Earl. Sincere Condolences
Kunya
May 23, 2025
To the Boots family I send my condolences God be the glory ,to the family be strong God knows best he has served his time on earth now God has called upon him to come Home for the everlasting and peace May God Continue to bless his family and keep them in Everlasting prayers.
ELLIOTT GODWIN
May 21, 2025
Family my 💔 for you all, especially Auntie. May you rest peacefully in Heaven with all other guardians Unc. Truely be missed but never forgotten, your Dawnie 🕊🙏🏾❤️
May 21, 2025
To the Boots Family
Our deepest Condolences to all family members, May God give you all Strength and Peace! God Bless.
Rodney & Cheyanna (Parker) Lambert
May 20, 2025
Sending my Condolences and Prayers to the Family. 🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️ Warren S Taylor
May 20, 2025
Prayerfully sending my deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Boots Family. May the happy memories of your loved one continue to live on and bring you comfort during this difficult time.” Respectfully Ms. Karen Duncan
May 20, 2025
Sending My Condolences to the entire family ❤️ Patricia Hunter
May 19, 2025
My most heartfelt condolences in memory of Gramps who brought a smile to every occasion!! In our thoughts and prayers to the entire Boots family.
Judy Casiano
May 19, 2025
To The Family: Our Deepest Condolences to each one of You. May God continue to Bless You All With Strength And Peace!
Victor & Theresa (Henson) Mendez
May 19, 2025
Condolences to the Boots family, we are here for and will keep the family in prayer.Owens/Stewart family
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- Saturday, May 31, 2025
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Saturday, May 31, 2025
- 11:00 AM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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